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3M, the company that makes Post-Its, has increased its profit expectations for 2026 once more.

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3M raised its yearly profit forecast after quarterly profit growth and a wider share of sales left after operating costs. Sales narrowly missed the quarter’s estimate, and the full-year sales forecast is below analysts’ estimate, but the higher profit outlook carries more weight.

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The higher profit and cash flow suggest 3M is getting more from its operations. The share of sales left after operating costs also grew, and the company cited productivity gains. Sales tell a less positive story. Quarterly sales came in just under estimates, and the full-year sales forecast is below analysts’ estimate. The higher profit forecast and profit growth carry more weight in this report.

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