3M Co EV/EBITDA
Data as of August 04, 2026
EV/EBITDA
17.28
Enterprise Value
$100.51B
EBITDA (TTM)
$5.82B
Sector
Industrial Conglomerates
How It's Calculated
17.28 = $100.51B ÷ $5.82B
What This Means
3M Co's EV/EBITDA of 17.3 is in a moderate range for Industrial Conglomerates.
About 3M Co
3M Co (MMM) operates in the Industrial Conglomerates sector, specifically in Industrial Conglomerates. With a market capitalization of about $90.91B, it ranks as a large-cap stock — a major established company.
Shares recently traded near $177.23, within a 52-week range of $139.34 to $184.90 (-4.1% from the high, +27.2% from the low). Beta of 1.01 is broadly in line with typical market sensitivity.
Trailing profit margin is about 11.9%, signaling a solid profit margin for its industry.
Understanding This Metric
EV/EBITDA is widely used when comparing companies with different debt loads because enterprise value includes net debt while EBITDA approximates operating cash earnings power. For 3M Co, the ratio should be read with growth, capex needs, and cycle position in Industrial Conglomerates. Pair EV/EBITDA with free cash flow yield and net debt metrics before drawing conclusions — especially when EBITDA is depressed or boosted by one-time items.
Using This Number in Practice
Near 17.28x EV/EBITDA, 3M Co (MMM) carries an elevated EV/EBITDA multiple that may embed growth expectations or scarcity within its peer set. Enterprise value of about $100.51B and EBITDA near $5.82B form the ratio — adjust for one-time items before treating the headline multiple as comparable.
Credit and LBO workflows often sort names on EV/EBITDA before drilling into free cash flow and maintenance capex. Pair this view with the EV/EBITDA calculator and the MMM metrics hub for related valuation pages.
Sector Comparison
Among Industrial Conglomerates names on our S&P 100 coverage, 3M Co's EV/EBITDA of 17.28 can be compared with peers such as HON (13.18). Sector context helps interpretation, but each company's growth profile and balance sheet differ — use multiple metrics before drawing conclusions. View all Industrial Conglomerates stocks.
Key Takeaways
- MMM is grouped in the Industrial Conglomerates sector for peer comparisons.
- Recent beta of 1.01 suggests market-like price sensitivity.
- Trailing profit margin of 11.9% provides context for how much earnings support the headline multiple.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is MMM's EV/EBITDA?
EV/EBITDA compares enterprise value to operating earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization. 3M Co's ratio is about 17.28 — common for comparing leveraged companies in Industrial Conglomerates.
Is 17.28 high or low vs peers?
Among Industrial Conglomerates peers (e.g. HON (13.18)), MMM's 17.28 should be read with growth, capex, and debt levels.
When is EV/EBITDA misleading?
EBITDA ignores capex, working capital, and stock-based comp; negative or tiny EBITDA makes the ratio meaningless. Cross-check with free cash flow and net debt.
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