3M Company (MMM) 140.23 $MMM
3M Falls 1.02% on Heavy Volume: Watch For Potential Rebound
Comtex SmarTrend(R) - Tue May 20, 4:26PM CDT
3M (NYSE:MMM) traded in a range yesterday that spanned from a low of $139.89 to a high of $141.90. Yesterday, the shares fell 1.0%, which took the trading range below the 3-day low of $139.91 on volume of 1.8 million shares. Often times after large one-day declines, short-term traders may play for some degree of mean reversion.
3M Set to Possibly Rebound After Yesterday's Selloff of 1.02%
Comtex SmarTrend(R) - Tue May 20, 4:25PM CDT
3M (NYSE:MMM) traded in a range yesterday that spanned from a low of $139.89 to a high of $141.90. Yesterday, the shares fell 1.0%, which took the trading range below the 3-day low of $139.91 on volume of 1.8 million shares. Often times after large one-day declines, short-term traders may play for some degree of mean reversion.
Dow Component 3M (MMM) To Go Ex-dividend Tomorrow
at The Street - Tue May 20, 10:00AM CDT
Wednesday, May 21, 2014 is the ex-dividend date for Dow component (NYSE:MMM).
3M Petrifilm Salmonella Express System Receives First AOAC Official Methods of Analysis Validation
Business Wire - Mon May 19, 7:07AM CDT
3M Food Safety announced today that its 3M(TM) Petrifilm(TM) Salmonella Express System has been validated through AOAC INTERNATIONAL as a First Action Official Method of Analysis (OMA method number 2014.01) for the detection of Salmonella in raw ground beef, cooked breaded chicken nuggets, raw ground chicken, raw ground pork, pasteurized liquid whole egg, fresh shrimp, fresh spinach, dry pet food and stainless steel. A complete review of the study conducted for the AOAC-OMA validation will be published by the Official Methods of Analysis of AOAC INTERNATIONAL, online at http://eoma.aoac.org/ and in an upcoming edition of the Journal of AOAC INTERNATIONAL.
Global Digital Signage Market - Forecast to 2020: Intense competition is likely to trigger a competitive pricing war across both hardware and software offerings
M2 - Mon May 19, 6:11AM CDT
Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/gkrgv2/digital_signage) has announced the addition of the "Global Digital Signage Market - Forecast to 2020: Intense competition is likely to trigger a competitive pricing war across both hardware and software offerings" report to their offering. Digital signage is one of the most promising and upcoming media in the field of information and advertising network. It is also known as narrowcasting or electronic signage. Technological innovations such as touch screen technology, near field communication technologies, and such others have created opportunities for digital signage market. Its market is wholly and solely dependent on the end-results when it is viewed by individuals at different places and locations. Its visibility and user-friendly feature easily catches the interest of people in comparison with the printed media formats which require high investments and more time. There is an increasing trend toward the adoption of interactive displays that uses technological capability such as interactive dashboard, gesture recognition, and embedded location-based maps. This has given a growth momentum to the mature markets such as the U.S. and has opened a number of avenues for emerging markets such as India and the Middle East. In terms of software, Analytics is expected to witness the highest growth, thanks to the advancement in business intelligence for retail and other advertising media. Key Topics Covered: 1 Introduction 2 Executive Summary 3 Market Overview 4 Digital Signage Market By Hardware 5 Digital Signage Market By Software 6 Digital Signage Market By Products 7 Digital Signage Market By Application 8 Digital Signage Market By Geography 9 Competitive Landscape 10 Company Profiles Companies Mentioned: - 3M Co. - Adflow Networks - Au Optronics - Brightsign Llc. - Broadsign International Inc. - Cisco Systems Inc - Hewlett-Packard Company - Keywest Technology - LG Display Co. Ltd - Nanonation Technology - Navori - Nec Display Solutions Ltd - Omnivex Corporation - Onelan Ltd. - Panasonic Corporation - Planar Systems Inc - Samsung Electronics Co.Ltd - Scala Inc. - Ucview Media Inc. - Winmate Communication Inc. For more information visit http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/gk...al_signage
Global Sports Medicine Devices Market - Forecasts to 2019: Major players profiled in this report include Arthrex, Arthrocare, Biomet, Stryker, Wright Medical, DJO, OttoBock, Ossur and Zimmer
M2 - Mon May 19, 5:54AM CDT
Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/r68v7m/sports_medicine) has announced the addition of the "Global Sports Medicine Devices Market - Forecasts to 2019: Major players profiled in this report include Arthrex, Arthrocare, Biomet, Stryker, Wright Medical, DJO, OttoBock, Ossur and Zimmer" report to their offering. Sports medicine devices in medical field are used to treat and prevent sports and exercise related injuries. Various injuries caused due to sports and general exercise include head, knee and ankle injuries, muscle cramps, sprains and strains and ligament ruptures. These devices are either surgically implanted, externally attached or used for minimally invasive procedures such as arthroscopy. These also involve use of performance monitoring devices and various accessories products such as wraps, tapes and slings. The recovery products comprises hot and cold packs, electro stimulators and compression clothing. Rise in technological advances and growing importance of sports activities among the young as well as the older population as well as focus on developing cost-conscious treatment methods currently form major drivers for the growth of this market. Demand for arthroscopic procedures is expected to grow in the near future owing to the increase in geriatric population and sports injuries across the globe. A rise in disposable incomes in developing countries has boosted the confidence of OEMs towards these regions. Key Topics Covered: Chapter 1 Introduction Chapter 2 Executive Summary Chapter 3 Global Sports Medicine Devices Market Overview Chapter 4 Global Sports Medicine Devices Market , By Orthopedic Products Chapter 5 Global Sports Medicine Devices market , By Recovery& Support Products Chapter 6 Global Sports Medicine Devices Market, by Geography Chapter 7 Competitive Landscape Chapter 8 Recommendations Chapter 9 Company Profiles Companies Mentioned: - 3M Company Ace Brand - Arthrex, Inc. - ArthroCare Corporation - Biomet, Inc. - BREG, Inc. - Conmed Corporation - DePuy Mitek, Inc. - DJO Global, Inc. - Mueller Sports Medicine, Inc. - Ossur hf - OttoBock Healthcare GmbH - Skins International Trading AG - Smith & Nephew PLC - Stryker Corporation - Wright Medical Technology, Inc. - Zimmer Holdings, Inc. For more information visit http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/r6...s_medicine
Don't Ignore These 3 Dow Dividend Powerhouse Stocks
Dan Caplinger, The Motley Fool - Motley Fool - Sat May 17, 10:13AM CDT
Dividend investors love to get as much income as they can find. But picking the best dividend stocks in the Dow Jones Industrials takes more than just finding a high yield. You also need an ongoing commitment from a company to keep its payout ...
Will General Electric Company's Bid for Alstom Spur More Takeover Activity in the Industrial Sector?
Lee Samaha, The Motley Fool - Motley Fool - Sat May 17, 7:01AM CDT
The questions that most industrial sector followers must be asking themselves about General Electric Company 's intended purchase of Alstom 's energy business, are whether it will kick-start a prolonged bout of takeover activity in the...
3M, TriZetto Collaborate, Advance Healthcare - Analyst Blog
Zacks Equity Research - Zacks Investment Research - Fri May 16, 1:30PM CDT
3M Health Information Systems, a division of 3M Company (MMM) announced a strategic collaboration with the TriZetto Group wherein the latter would gain exclusive access to 3M's ICD-10 Code Translation Tool.
Critical Alerts For 3M, SanDisk, WebMD Health, Polo Ralph Lauren, and NPS Pharmaceuticals Released By InvestorsObserver
PR Newswire - Fri May 16, 8:31AM CDT
InvestorsObserver issues critical PriceWatch Alerts for MMM, SNDK, WBMD, RL, and NPSP.
Offer Pricing, Stock Updates, Dividend Declarations, Conference Schedules, and Partnerships - Analyst Notes on L-3, John Deere, ITW, UTC and 3M
PR Newswire - Fri May 16, 7:10AM CDT
Today, Analysts Review released its analysts' notes regarding L-3 Communications Holdings Inc. (NYSE: LLL), Deere & Company (NYSE: DE), Illinois Tool Works Inc. (NYSE: ITW), United Technologies Corp. (NYSE: UTX) and 3M Co. (NYSE: MMM). Private wealth members receive these notes ahead of publication. To reserve complementary membership, limited openings are available at: http://www.analystsreview.com/2532-100free.
3M Teams with TriZetto to Offer Grouping, Compliance and Payment Reform Methodologies to Commercial Payers
Business Wire - Thu May 15, 8:34AM CDT
3M Health Information Systems and TriZetto Corporation have signed a strategic agreement to provide optional integration of 3M grouping, edit, compliance and pay-for-outcomes logic into TriZetto's industry leading NetworX Pricer(R) and NetworX Modeler(R) solutions. When integrated, 3M software promotes timely compliance with federal and state government payment regulations and enables TriZetto's clients to implement programs that identify avoidable cost and reward efficiency, quality, and care coordination.
Bio-Techne Announces The Appointment Of Harold Wiens To The Board Of Directors
PR Newswire - Thu May 15, 6:00AM CDT
Techne Corporation (NASDAQ:TECH) (d/b/a Bio-Techne) announces that Harold Wiens, a 30+ year veteran of 3M company, has joined the board of Bio-Techne, adding additional seasoned global business experience to a well-established team.
Post-it Sponsors Startup Weekend - Analyst Blog
Zacks Equity Research - Zacks Investment Research - Wed May 14, 4:58PM CDT
3M Company's (MMM) Post-it Brand, a trademark product of the diversified conglomerate, recently sponsored UP Global's Startup Weekend that enables entrepreneurs across the country to launch their businesses in one weekend.
3M Announces New Leadership Appointments
Business Wire - Wed May 14, 9:28AM CDT
Michael F. Roman has been appointed executive vice president of 3M's Industrial Business Group, effective immediately. He replaces Brad T. Sauer, who retires June 1.
Global Single & Double Sided Pressure Sensitive Tapes Market 2014-2020 - Strategic Business Report
M2 - Wed May 14, 6:38AM CDT
Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/77x59v/pressure) has announced the addition of the "Pressure Sensitive Tapes - Global Strategic Business Report" report to their offering. This report analyzes the worldwide markets for Pressure Sensitive Tapes in US$ Million, and in Million Square Meters by the following Product Segments: Single Sided Tapes (Packaging Tapes, Masking Tapes, Medical Tapes, & Other Single Sided Tapes), and Double Sided Tapes. The report provides separate comprehensive analytics for the US, Canada, Japan, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Middle East, and Latin America. Annual estimates and forecasts are provided for the period 2013 through 2020. Also, a seven-year historic analysis is provided for these markets. Market data and analytics are derived from primary and secondary research. Company profiles are primarily based on public domain information including company URLs. Key Topics Covered (Partial) I. INTRODUCTION, METHODOLOGY & PRODUCT DEFINITIONS - Single Sided Tapes - Packaging Tapes - Masking Tapes - Medical Tapes - Electrical & Electronic Tapes - Other Single Sided Tapes - Double Sided Tapes II. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY 1. INDUSTRY OVERVIEW - Recession in Retrospect and the Road Ahead - The 2007-2009 Recession - Reviving Global Economy Stimulates Demand for Pressure Sensitive Tapes - Outlook - Competitive Landscape - Manufacturers Focus on Enhanced Technologies for Cost Reductions - Mounting Pressure on Manufacturers to Produce Eco-friendly PSA Tapes - The Heavy Hand of the Government Continues to Elicit Production Changes - Future Growth Hinges on Prompt Response to Downstream Markets - Frequent Raw Material Shortages: A Major Concern 2. MARKET TRENDS, ISSUES AND DRIVERS - Recovery in Automotive Production Augurs Well for Pressure Sensitive Tapes - Increasing Demand in the Packaging Industry: A Strong Growth Driver - Packaging Tapes Now Become Recyclable - Robust Construction Activity in Developing Countries to Lend Traction to Pressure Sensitive Tapes Market - Building Renovations also Boost Demand - Encouraging Gains in Global PMI Signals an Optimistic Outlook for PSA Tapes - Air Craft Manufacture: A Critical End-Use Sector for Pressure Sensitive Tapes - Developing Nations Spearhead Demand Growth for Pressure Sensitive Tapes - Asia-Pacific Represents the Fastest and Largest Market Worldwide - Technology Innovations: Spearheading Growth - Avery Dennison Launches Brake Shim Adhesive for Electronic Parking Brakes - Avery Dennison Adds Two New Adhesive Lines to Portfolio - An Eco-Friendly Pressure Sensitive Adhesive from Oregon State University Scientists - Tesa Softprint Secure Plate Mounting Tape Range 3. PRODUCT OVERVIEW - Pressure Sensitive Tapes: An Introduction - Evolution of Pressure Sensitive Tapes - Pressure Sensitive Tape Components - Types of Pressure Sensitive Tapes - Single-Sided Tapes - Packaging Tapes - TR20 Formula Tapes - STA Packaging Tapes - Natural Rubber P-S Carton Sealing Tapes - Masking Tapes - High-Temperature Masking Tape - Reflective Tape - Recyclable Masking Tape - Static Resistant Masking Tape - Medical Tapes - Electrical & Electronic Tapes - Other Single Sided Tapes 4. REGULATORY ENVIRONMENT - Coping Up with Pressure - Environmental Impacts on P-S Tape Process - Packaging Tapes - Standing Still - Toxic Content - Solid Waste - Source Reduction - Reuse - Recycling - Disposal of Solid Wastes - A Thorn in the Flesh - Carton Closure and Recycling: Recommended Measures, Processes and Concerns - Carton Recycling 5. PRODUCT INTRODUCTIONS/INNOVATIONS - Adchem Introduces 488M Acrylic Adhesive Double-Sided Tapes - 3M Introduces 3072 Recycled Corrugated Tape - Adorn Introduces New Masking Tape for Use on Delicate Surfaces - Polynics Introduces XT-657 Bonding Tape to Prevent Fire Propagation - Diamond Adhesive Tapes Launches Carry Handle Adhesive Tapes - Graphic Products Launches Customized UV Watermark Tapes - Duraco Express Launches Finger Lift Specialty Tapes Range - 3M Unveils Masking Made Simple Range of Masking Tapes - FrogTape? Launches Shape Tape DIY Painter Tape - 3M Unveils Scotch Expressions Tapes - Xyron? Expands Range of Adhesive Tape Products - Tesa Tape Launches Tesa? Cable Mounting Tape Line for Automotives - Tecman Launches Double Sided Adhesive Tape - Microland Shanghai Introduced New Butyl Adhesive Tape - Microland Shanghai Introduces S8855B New Single- Sided Embossed PVC Adhesive Tape - Tesa Releases ACXplus Lines of Double Sided Tapes 7. FOCUS ON SELECT PLAYERS - 3M Company (US) - Venture Tape Corporation (US) - Adchem Corporation (US) - Adhesives Research, Inc. (US) - Adhesive Applications Inc. (US) - Advanced Flexible Composites, Inc. (US) - Ahlstrom Corporation (Finland) - American Biltrite, Inc. (US) - Avery Dennison Corp. (US) - Better Packages, Inc. (US) - Berry Plastics Corporation (US) - Custom Printed Tape Ltd. (UK) - DeWAL Industries Inc. (US) - H.B. Fuller (US) - Intertape Polymer Group Inc. (Canada) - Jonson Tapes Limited (India) - Lintec Group (China) - Nadco? Tapes & Labels, Inc. (US) - Nitto Denko Corporation (Japan) - Nitto Denko America, Inc. - Powerband (India) - Scapa Group, Plc. (UK) - Shurtape Technologies, LLC (US) - tesa SE (Germany) - tesa Tape, Inc. (US) - Yem Chio Co. Ltd. (Taiwan) - Achem Technology Corporation (Taiwan) 8. GLOBAL MARKET PERSPECTIVE III. MARKET 1. THE UNITED STATES 2. CANADA 3. JAPAN 4. EUROPE 5. ASIA-PACIFIC 6. THE MIDDLE EAST 7. LATIN AMERICA IV. COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE Total Companies Profiled: 191 (including Divisions/Subsidiaries 217) - The United States (69) - Canada (3) - Japan (7) - Europe (88) - France (4) - Germany (19) - The United Kingdom (29) - Italy (15) - Spain (3) - Rest of Europe (18) - Asia-Pacific (Excluding Japan) (44) - Latin America (1) - Africa (3) - Middle East (2) For more information visit http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/77x59v/pressure
3M's board approves dividend of USD0.855 per share for Q2 2014
M2 - Wed May 14, 3:06AM CDT
The board of directors of a diversified technology company, 3M (NYSE:MMM) approved a common stock dividend of USD0.855 per share for the second quarter of 2014, on its 654,278,447 outstanding common shares as of 31 March 2014, the company reported on Wednesday.
3M Board Declares Quarterly Dividend
Business Wire - Tue May 13, 3:10PM CDT
The Board of Directors of 3M (NYSE:MMM) today declared a dividend on the company's common stock of 85.5 cents per share for the second quarter of 2014, payable June 12, 2014, to shareholders of record at the close of business on May 23, 2014. 3M has paid dividends to its shareholders without interruption for more than 97 years.
Post-it Brand from 3M and Startup Weekend Help Entrepreneurs Build Brilliant Ideas Together
Business Wire - Tue May 13, 2:35PM CDT
To help accelerate ideas into reality, the Post-it(R) Brand from 3M is sponsoring Startup Weekend, a program through the non-profit UP Global that helps entrepreneurs launch their businesses in one weekend. As part of this sponsorship, Post-it Brand will provide products to approximately 300 Startup Weekend events throughout the United States. Through this partnership, the Post-it Brand will play a vital role in the idea-building and sharing processes among the events' participants.
R.I.P. the Momentum Trade, 2012-2014
at The Street - Tue May 13, 1:39PM CDT
The momentum trade is dead. And a new momentum trade has risen to take its place.
3M Falls 1.02% on Heavy Volume: Watch For Potential Rebound
Comtex SmarTrend(R) - Tue May 20, 4:26PM CDT
3M (NYSE:MMM) traded in a range yesterday that spanned from a low of $139.89 to a high of $141.90. Yesterday, the shares fell 1.0%, which took the trading range below the 3-day low of $139.91 on volume of 1.8 million shares. Often times after large one-day declines, short-term traders may play for some degree of mean reversion.
3M Set to Possibly Rebound After Yesterday's Selloff of 1.02%
Comtex SmarTrend(R) - Tue May 20, 4:25PM CDT
3M (NYSE:MMM) traded in a range yesterday that spanned from a low of $139.89 to a high of $141.90. Yesterday, the shares fell 1.0%, which took the trading range below the 3-day low of $139.91 on volume of 1.8 million shares. Often times after large one-day declines, short-term traders may play for some degree of mean reversion.
Dow Component 3M (MMM) To Go Ex-dividend Tomorrow
at The Street - Tue May 20, 10:00AM CDT
Wednesday, May 21, 2014 is the ex-dividend date for Dow component (NYSE:MMM).
3M Petrifilm Salmonella Express System Receives First AOAC Official Methods of Analysis Validation
Business Wire - Mon May 19, 7:07AM CDT
3M Food Safety announced today that its 3M(TM) Petrifilm(TM) Salmonella Express System has been validated through AOAC INTERNATIONAL as a First Action Official Method of Analysis (OMA method number 2014.01) for the detection of Salmonella in raw ground beef, cooked breaded chicken nuggets, raw ground chicken, raw ground pork, pasteurized liquid whole egg, fresh shrimp, fresh spinach, dry pet food and stainless steel. A complete review of the study conducted for the AOAC-OMA validation will be published by the Official Methods of Analysis of AOAC INTERNATIONAL, online at http://eoma.aoac.org/ and in an upcoming edition of the Journal of AOAC INTERNATIONAL.
Global Digital Signage Market - Forecast to 2020: Intense competition is likely to trigger a competitive pricing war across both hardware and software offerings
M2 - Mon May 19, 6:11AM CDT
Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/gkrgv2/digital_signage) has announced the addition of the "Global Digital Signage Market - Forecast to 2020: Intense competition is likely to trigger a competitive pricing war across both hardware and software offerings" report to their offering. Digital signage is one of the most promising and upcoming media in the field of information and advertising network. It is also known as narrowcasting or electronic signage. Technological innovations such as touch screen technology, near field communication technologies, and such others have created opportunities for digital signage market. Its market is wholly and solely dependent on the end-results when it is viewed by individuals at different places and locations. Its visibility and user-friendly feature easily catches the interest of people in comparison with the printed media formats which require high investments and more time. There is an increasing trend toward the adoption of interactive displays that uses technological capability such as interactive dashboard, gesture recognition, and embedded location-based maps. This has given a growth momentum to the mature markets such as the U.S. and has opened a number of avenues for emerging markets such as India and the Middle East. In terms of software, Analytics is expected to witness the highest growth, thanks to the advancement in business intelligence for retail and other advertising media. Key Topics Covered: 1 Introduction 2 Executive Summary 3 Market Overview 4 Digital Signage Market By Hardware 5 Digital Signage Market By Software 6 Digital Signage Market By Products 7 Digital Signage Market By Application 8 Digital Signage Market By Geography 9 Competitive Landscape 10 Company Profiles Companies Mentioned: - 3M Co. - Adflow Networks - Au Optronics - Brightsign Llc. - Broadsign International Inc. - Cisco Systems Inc - Hewlett-Packard Company - Keywest Technology - LG Display Co. Ltd - Nanonation Technology - Navori - Nec Display Solutions Ltd - Omnivex Corporation - Onelan Ltd. - Panasonic Corporation - Planar Systems Inc - Samsung Electronics Co.Ltd - Scala Inc. - Ucview Media Inc. - Winmate Communication Inc. For more information visit http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/gk...al_signage
Global Sports Medicine Devices Market - Forecasts to 2019: Major players profiled in this report include Arthrex, Arthrocare, Biomet, Stryker, Wright Medical, DJO, OttoBock, Ossur and Zimmer
M2 - Mon May 19, 5:54AM CDT
Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/r68v7m/sports_medicine) has announced the addition of the "Global Sports Medicine Devices Market - Forecasts to 2019: Major players profiled in this report include Arthrex, Arthrocare, Biomet, Stryker, Wright Medical, DJO, OttoBock, Ossur and Zimmer" report to their offering. Sports medicine devices in medical field are used to treat and prevent sports and exercise related injuries. Various injuries caused due to sports and general exercise include head, knee and ankle injuries, muscle cramps, sprains and strains and ligament ruptures. These devices are either surgically implanted, externally attached or used for minimally invasive procedures such as arthroscopy. These also involve use of performance monitoring devices and various accessories products such as wraps, tapes and slings. The recovery products comprises hot and cold packs, electro stimulators and compression clothing. Rise in technological advances and growing importance of sports activities among the young as well as the older population as well as focus on developing cost-conscious treatment methods currently form major drivers for the growth of this market. Demand for arthroscopic procedures is expected to grow in the near future owing to the increase in geriatric population and sports injuries across the globe. A rise in disposable incomes in developing countries has boosted the confidence of OEMs towards these regions. Key Topics Covered: Chapter 1 Introduction Chapter 2 Executive Summary Chapter 3 Global Sports Medicine Devices Market Overview Chapter 4 Global Sports Medicine Devices Market , By Orthopedic Products Chapter 5 Global Sports Medicine Devices market , By Recovery& Support Products Chapter 6 Global Sports Medicine Devices Market, by Geography Chapter 7 Competitive Landscape Chapter 8 Recommendations Chapter 9 Company Profiles Companies Mentioned: - 3M Company Ace Brand - Arthrex, Inc. - ArthroCare Corporation - Biomet, Inc. - BREG, Inc. - Conmed Corporation - DePuy Mitek, Inc. - DJO Global, Inc. - Mueller Sports Medicine, Inc. - Ossur hf - OttoBock Healthcare GmbH - Skins International Trading AG - Smith & Nephew PLC - Stryker Corporation - Wright Medical Technology, Inc. - Zimmer Holdings, Inc. For more information visit http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/r6...s_medicine
Don't Ignore These 3 Dow Dividend Powerhouse Stocks
Dan Caplinger, The Motley Fool - Motley Fool - Sat May 17, 10:13AM CDT
Dividend investors love to get as much income as they can find. But picking the best dividend stocks in the Dow Jones Industrials takes more than just finding a high yield. You also need an ongoing commitment from a company to keep its payout ...
Will General Electric Company's Bid for Alstom Spur More Takeover Activity in the Industrial Sector?
Lee Samaha, The Motley Fool - Motley Fool - Sat May 17, 7:01AM CDT
The questions that most industrial sector followers must be asking themselves about General Electric Company 's intended purchase of Alstom 's energy business, are whether it will kick-start a prolonged bout of takeover activity in the...
3M, TriZetto Collaborate, Advance Healthcare - Analyst Blog
Zacks Equity Research - Zacks Investment Research - Fri May 16, 1:30PM CDT
3M Health Information Systems, a division of 3M Company (MMM) announced a strategic collaboration with the TriZetto Group wherein the latter would gain exclusive access to 3M's ICD-10 Code Translation Tool.
Critical Alerts For 3M, SanDisk, WebMD Health, Polo Ralph Lauren, and NPS Pharmaceuticals Released By InvestorsObserver
PR Newswire - Fri May 16, 8:31AM CDT
InvestorsObserver issues critical PriceWatch Alerts for MMM, SNDK, WBMD, RL, and NPSP.
Offer Pricing, Stock Updates, Dividend Declarations, Conference Schedules, and Partnerships - Analyst Notes on L-3, John Deere, ITW, UTC and 3M
PR Newswire - Fri May 16, 7:10AM CDT
Today, Analysts Review released its analysts' notes regarding L-3 Communications Holdings Inc. (NYSE: LLL), Deere & Company (NYSE: DE), Illinois Tool Works Inc. (NYSE: ITW), United Technologies Corp. (NYSE: UTX) and 3M Co. (NYSE: MMM). Private wealth members receive these notes ahead of publication. To reserve complementary membership, limited openings are available at: http://www.analystsreview.com/2532-100free.
3M Teams with TriZetto to Offer Grouping, Compliance and Payment Reform Methodologies to Commercial Payers
Business Wire - Thu May 15, 8:34AM CDT
3M Health Information Systems and TriZetto Corporation have signed a strategic agreement to provide optional integration of 3M grouping, edit, compliance and pay-for-outcomes logic into TriZetto's industry leading NetworX Pricer(R) and NetworX Modeler(R) solutions. When integrated, 3M software promotes timely compliance with federal and state government payment regulations and enables TriZetto's clients to implement programs that identify avoidable cost and reward efficiency, quality, and care coordination.
Bio-Techne Announces The Appointment Of Harold Wiens To The Board Of Directors
PR Newswire - Thu May 15, 6:00AM CDT
Techne Corporation (NASDAQ:TECH) (d/b/a Bio-Techne) announces that Harold Wiens, a 30+ year veteran of 3M company, has joined the board of Bio-Techne, adding additional seasoned global business experience to a well-established team.
Post-it Sponsors Startup Weekend - Analyst Blog
Zacks Equity Research - Zacks Investment Research - Wed May 14, 4:58PM CDT
3M Company's (MMM) Post-it Brand, a trademark product of the diversified conglomerate, recently sponsored UP Global's Startup Weekend that enables entrepreneurs across the country to launch their businesses in one weekend.
3M Announces New Leadership Appointments
Business Wire - Wed May 14, 9:28AM CDT
Michael F. Roman has been appointed executive vice president of 3M's Industrial Business Group, effective immediately. He replaces Brad T. Sauer, who retires June 1.
Global Single & Double Sided Pressure Sensitive Tapes Market 2014-2020 - Strategic Business Report
M2 - Wed May 14, 6:38AM CDT
Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/77x59v/pressure) has announced the addition of the "Pressure Sensitive Tapes - Global Strategic Business Report" report to their offering. This report analyzes the worldwide markets for Pressure Sensitive Tapes in US$ Million, and in Million Square Meters by the following Product Segments: Single Sided Tapes (Packaging Tapes, Masking Tapes, Medical Tapes, & Other Single Sided Tapes), and Double Sided Tapes. The report provides separate comprehensive analytics for the US, Canada, Japan, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Middle East, and Latin America. Annual estimates and forecasts are provided for the period 2013 through 2020. Also, a seven-year historic analysis is provided for these markets. Market data and analytics are derived from primary and secondary research. Company profiles are primarily based on public domain information including company URLs. Key Topics Covered (Partial) I. INTRODUCTION, METHODOLOGY & PRODUCT DEFINITIONS - Single Sided Tapes - Packaging Tapes - Masking Tapes - Medical Tapes - Electrical & Electronic Tapes - Other Single Sided Tapes - Double Sided Tapes II. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY 1. INDUSTRY OVERVIEW - Recession in Retrospect and the Road Ahead - The 2007-2009 Recession - Reviving Global Economy Stimulates Demand for Pressure Sensitive Tapes - Outlook - Competitive Landscape - Manufacturers Focus on Enhanced Technologies for Cost Reductions - Mounting Pressure on Manufacturers to Produce Eco-friendly PSA Tapes - The Heavy Hand of the Government Continues to Elicit Production Changes - Future Growth Hinges on Prompt Response to Downstream Markets - Frequent Raw Material Shortages: A Major Concern 2. MARKET TRENDS, ISSUES AND DRIVERS - Recovery in Automotive Production Augurs Well for Pressure Sensitive Tapes - Increasing Demand in the Packaging Industry: A Strong Growth Driver - Packaging Tapes Now Become Recyclable - Robust Construction Activity in Developing Countries to Lend Traction to Pressure Sensitive Tapes Market - Building Renovations also Boost Demand - Encouraging Gains in Global PMI Signals an Optimistic Outlook for PSA Tapes - Air Craft Manufacture: A Critical End-Use Sector for Pressure Sensitive Tapes - Developing Nations Spearhead Demand Growth for Pressure Sensitive Tapes - Asia-Pacific Represents the Fastest and Largest Market Worldwide - Technology Innovations: Spearheading Growth - Avery Dennison Launches Brake Shim Adhesive for Electronic Parking Brakes - Avery Dennison Adds Two New Adhesive Lines to Portfolio - An Eco-Friendly Pressure Sensitive Adhesive from Oregon State University Scientists - Tesa Softprint Secure Plate Mounting Tape Range 3. PRODUCT OVERVIEW - Pressure Sensitive Tapes: An Introduction - Evolution of Pressure Sensitive Tapes - Pressure Sensitive Tape Components - Types of Pressure Sensitive Tapes - Single-Sided Tapes - Packaging Tapes - TR20 Formula Tapes - STA Packaging Tapes - Natural Rubber P-S Carton Sealing Tapes - Masking Tapes - High-Temperature Masking Tape - Reflective Tape - Recyclable Masking Tape - Static Resistant Masking Tape - Medical Tapes - Electrical & Electronic Tapes - Other Single Sided Tapes 4. REGULATORY ENVIRONMENT - Coping Up with Pressure - Environmental Impacts on P-S Tape Process - Packaging Tapes - Standing Still - Toxic Content - Solid Waste - Source Reduction - Reuse - Recycling - Disposal of Solid Wastes - A Thorn in the Flesh - Carton Closure and Recycling: Recommended Measures, Processes and Concerns - Carton Recycling 5. PRODUCT INTRODUCTIONS/INNOVATIONS - Adchem Introduces 488M Acrylic Adhesive Double-Sided Tapes - 3M Introduces 3072 Recycled Corrugated Tape - Adorn Introduces New Masking Tape for Use on Delicate Surfaces - Polynics Introduces XT-657 Bonding Tape to Prevent Fire Propagation - Diamond Adhesive Tapes Launches Carry Handle Adhesive Tapes - Graphic Products Launches Customized UV Watermark Tapes - Duraco Express Launches Finger Lift Specialty Tapes Range - 3M Unveils Masking Made Simple Range of Masking Tapes - FrogTape? Launches Shape Tape DIY Painter Tape - 3M Unveils Scotch Expressions Tapes - Xyron? Expands Range of Adhesive Tape Products - Tesa Tape Launches Tesa? Cable Mounting Tape Line for Automotives - Tecman Launches Double Sided Adhesive Tape - Microland Shanghai Introduced New Butyl Adhesive Tape - Microland Shanghai Introduces S8855B New Single- Sided Embossed PVC Adhesive Tape - Tesa Releases ACXplus Lines of Double Sided Tapes 7. FOCUS ON SELECT PLAYERS - 3M Company (US) - Venture Tape Corporation (US) - Adchem Corporation (US) - Adhesives Research, Inc. (US) - Adhesive Applications Inc. (US) - Advanced Flexible Composites, Inc. (US) - Ahlstrom Corporation (Finland) - American Biltrite, Inc. (US) - Avery Dennison Corp. (US) - Better Packages, Inc. (US) - Berry Plastics Corporation (US) - Custom Printed Tape Ltd. (UK) - DeWAL Industries Inc. (US) - H.B. Fuller (US) - Intertape Polymer Group Inc. (Canada) - Jonson Tapes Limited (India) - Lintec Group (China) - Nadco? Tapes & Labels, Inc. (US) - Nitto Denko Corporation (Japan) - Nitto Denko America, Inc. - Powerband (India) - Scapa Group, Plc. (UK) - Shurtape Technologies, LLC (US) - tesa SE (Germany) - tesa Tape, Inc. (US) - Yem Chio Co. Ltd. (Taiwan) - Achem Technology Corporation (Taiwan) 8. GLOBAL MARKET PERSPECTIVE III. MARKET 1. THE UNITED STATES 2. CANADA 3. JAPAN 4. EUROPE 5. ASIA-PACIFIC 6. THE MIDDLE EAST 7. LATIN AMERICA IV. COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE Total Companies Profiled: 191 (including Divisions/Subsidiaries 217) - The United States (69) - Canada (3) - Japan (7) - Europe (88) - France (4) - Germany (19) - The United Kingdom (29) - Italy (15) - Spain (3) - Rest of Europe (18) - Asia-Pacific (Excluding Japan) (44) - Latin America (1) - Africa (3) - Middle East (2) For more information visit http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/77x59v/pressure
3M's board approves dividend of USD0.855 per share for Q2 2014
M2 - Wed May 14, 3:06AM CDT
The board of directors of a diversified technology company, 3M (NYSE:MMM) approved a common stock dividend of USD0.855 per share for the second quarter of 2014, on its 654,278,447 outstanding common shares as of 31 March 2014, the company reported on Wednesday.
3M Board Declares Quarterly Dividend
Business Wire - Tue May 13, 3:10PM CDT
The Board of Directors of 3M (NYSE:MMM) today declared a dividend on the company's common stock of 85.5 cents per share for the second quarter of 2014, payable June 12, 2014, to shareholders of record at the close of business on May 23, 2014. 3M has paid dividends to its shareholders without interruption for more than 97 years.
Post-it Brand from 3M and Startup Weekend Help Entrepreneurs Build Brilliant Ideas Together
Business Wire - Tue May 13, 2:35PM CDT
To help accelerate ideas into reality, the Post-it(R) Brand from 3M is sponsoring Startup Weekend, a program through the non-profit UP Global that helps entrepreneurs launch their businesses in one weekend. As part of this sponsorship, Post-it Brand will provide products to approximately 300 Startup Weekend events throughout the United States. Through this partnership, the Post-it Brand will play a vital role in the idea-building and sharing processes among the events' participants.
R.I.P. the Momentum Trade, 2012-2014
at The Street - Tue May 13, 1:39PM CDT
The momentum trade is dead. And a new momentum trade has risen to take its place.
