3M Co PEG Ratio
Data as of August 04, 2026
PEG Ratio
2.15
PE Ratio (TTM)
30.33
EPS (TTM)
$5.63
Sector
Industrial Conglomerates
How It's Calculated
2.15 = 30.33 ÷ Growth Rate
What This Means
3M Co's PEG ratio of 2.15 is above 2, suggesting the stock may be overvalued relative to its growth rate. Investors are paying a premium for each unit of earnings growth.
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
The PEG ratio adjusts the PE multiple for expected earnings growth, helping compare fast-growing and slow-growing names on a more equal footing. For 3M Co, a PEG near 1 is often described as fairly valued relative to growth, though the growth estimate itself can change quickly with guidance revisions.
Sector Comparison
Among Industrial Conglomerates names on our S&P 100 coverage, 3M Co's PEG ratio of 2.15 can be compared with peers such as HON (1.19). 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 PEG ratio?
PEG adjusts PE for expected earnings growth: PEG ≈ PE ÷ earnings growth rate. 3M Co's PEG of 2.15 is a shorthand for growth-at-a-reasonable-price comparisons.
Does PEG suggest growth at a reasonable price?
PEG above 1.5 (2.15) may mean the market prices in high growth — or that growth estimates lag reality.
What are limitations of PEG for MMM?
PEG depends on a single growth estimate, ignores balance sheet risk, and can mislead when earnings are volatile. Use it with PE, margins, and Industrial Conglomerates peers — not as a standalone verdict.
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