3M Maintains 2025 Earnings Guidance Amid Tariff Risks

3M reported better-than-expected first-quarter results, with adjusted earnings and sales surpassing analyst estimates. Despite ongoing challenges from tariffs related to the evolving trade war, the company maintained its full-year 2025 adjusted earnings guidance of $7.60 to $7.90 per share. However, 3M warned that tariffs could negatively impact profits by 20 to 40 cents per share, reflecting increased economic uncertainty. The company has added a 'tariff sensitivity' measure to its outlook to clarify how much the levies might affect its financial performance. This approach underscores both the resilience of 3M’s core business and the significant risks posed by global trade tensions. CEO William Brown continues to focus on turnaround efforts while acknowledging the potential headwinds.