3M’s new product launches declined before CEO Bill Brown took charge. Brown’s strategy led to a significant boost in new product launches, with 284 launched in 2025, up 68% from 2024. The company aims for 350 launches in 2026 to drive growth. New products accounted for 23% of revenue in 2025.

3M’s innovation engine reignited in 2025, launching more new products to drive growth. Despite a 2.2% organic sales increase in Q4, new products offset market softness. The company plans a 3% organic sales growth in 2026, supported by a $3.5 billion R&D investment.

While 3M’s innovation pace is improving, macroeconomic pressures and potential tariffs pose risks. Despite this, the stock’s valuation looks reasonable, trading at 18 times the midpoint of the adjusted earnings per share range for 2026. Long-term investors may find 3M’s stock a solid bet in the turnaround story.

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