3M Reports Third Quarter 2023 Results; Company Increases Full Year Adjusted Earnings and Cash Flow Expectations
"We are building momentum through strong operational execution. In the third quarter 3M again delivered for our customers in an uncertain environment, positioning us for a solid close to 2023. Our actions led to underlying earnings ahead of our expectations, as well as better than expected margins and cash flow," said 3M chairman and CEO Mike Roman. "Our results reflect continued execution of our priorities -- driving operational performance, spinning off Health Care, and reducing risk and uncertainty. Our strengths in material science innovation align with global trends in high-growth markets and sustainability, enabling us to develop indispensable products in attractive areas such as automotive electrification, climate technology, and industrial automation."
- Adjusted sales of $8.0 billion, down 3.0 percent year-on-year with adjusted organic sales decline of 3.1 percent year-on-year.
- Operating cash flow of $1.9 billion, up 25 percent year-on-year; adjusted free cash flow of $1.9 billion, up 39 percent year-on-year.
- As a result of 3M's year-to-date performance and the continued strong operational execution, the company is raising its full-year 2023 adjusted EPS2 and adjusted free cash flow conversion2 expectations.
- Adjusted operating cash flow2 is estimated in the range of $6.5 to $6.9 billion, contributing to 100 to 110 percent adjusted free cash flow conversion2.