3M Co (MEX:MMM) Dividend Payout Ratio: 0.36 (As of Mar. 2026) — 36% Below Median


MEX:MMM 3M Co MEX:MMM
63 GF Score
Price MXN2,859.00
GF Value MXN2,411.18
Valuation Modestly Overvalued
! 7 Warning Signs
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What is 3M Co Dividend Payout Ratio?

3M Co MEX:MMM -3.03% 63 Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.36 as of Mar. 2026, which is 36% below its 10-year median of 0.56. GuruFocus rates MEX:MMM with a GF Score™ of 63/100 and a GF Value™ of MXN2,411.18 (Modestly Overvalued). The stock has 7 warning signs investors should review. Among 307 Conglomerates companies, 3M Co ranks better than 52.12% on this metric.

The Dividend Payout Ratio is the measure of dividends paid out to shareholders relative to the company's net income. It is calculated as the Dividends per Share divided by the Earnings per Share (Diluted) during the same time period. 3M Co's Dividend Payout Ratio for the months ended in Mar. 2026 was 0.36.

The historical rank and industry rank for 3M Co's Dividend Payout Ratio or its related term are showing as below:

MEX:MMM' s Dividend Payout Ratio Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 0.36   Med: 0.56   Max: 0.99
Current: 0.36

During the past 13 years, the highest Dividend Payout Ratio of 3M Co was 0.99. The lowest was 0.36. And the median was 0.56.

MEX:MMM's Dividend Payout Ratio is ranked better than
52.12% of 307 companies
in the Conglomerates industry
Industry Median: 0.37 vs MEX:MMM: 0.36

As of today (2026-06-27), the Dividend Yield % of 3M Co is 1.89%.

During the past 13 years, the highest Trailing Annual Dividend Yield of 3M Co was 8.28%. The lowest was 1.68%. And the median was 3.63%.

3M Co's Dividends per Share for the months ended in Mar. 2026 was MXN14.07.

During the past 12 months, 3M Co's average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate was 4.90% per year. During the past 3 years, the average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate was -21.20% per year. During the past 5 years, the average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate was -13.30% per year. During the past 10 years, the average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate was -1.40% per year.

During the past 13 years, the highest 3-Year average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate of 3M Co was 20.50% per year. The lowest was -21.20% per year. And the median was 5.50% per year.

The growth rate is calculated with least square regression.

For more information regarding to dividend, please check our Dividend Page.

* Please note that "special dividend" is not included in the calculation of dividend per share and related fields.

3M Co (MEX:MMM) Dividend Payout Ratio Explanation

In dividends investing, Dividend Payout Ratio and Dividend Growth Rate are the two most important variables for consideration. A lower payout ratio may indicate that the company has more room to increase its dividends.

3M Co Dividend Payout Ratio Related Terms

3M Co Dividend Payout Ratio Historical Data

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The historical data trend for 3M Co's Dividend Payout Ratio can be seen below:

* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD.
* For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.

3M Co Dividend Payout Ratio Chart

3M Co Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
Dividend Payout Ratio
Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only 0.56 0.89 0.99 0.50 0.36

3M Co Quarterly Data
Jun21 Sep21 Dec21 Mar22 Jun22 Sep22 Dec22 Mar23 Jun23 Sep23 Dec23 Mar24 Jun24 Sep24 Dec24 Mar25 Jun25 Sep25 Dec25 Mar26
Dividend Payout Ratio Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only 0.39 0.34 0.33 0.40 0.36

MEX:MMM vs VMI, HON, SEB: Dividend Payout Ratio Comparison

For the Conglomerates subindustry, 3M Co's Dividend Payout Ratio, along with its competitors' market caps and Dividend Payout Ratio data, can be viewed below:

* Competitive companies are chosen from companies within the same industry, with headquarter located in same country, with closest market capitalization; x-axis shows the market cap, and y-axis shows the term value; the bigger the dot, the larger the market cap. Note that "N/A" values will not show up in the chart.

3M Co Dividend Payout Ratio vs Conglomerates Industry

For the Conglomerates industry and Industrials sector, 3M Co's Dividend Payout Ratio distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where 3M Co's Dividend Payout Ratio falls into.


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3M Co Dividend Payout Ratio Calculation

The Dividend Payout Ratio is the measure of dividends paid out to shareholders relative to the company's net income. It is calculated as the Dividends per Share divided by the Earnings per Share (Diluted) during the same time period.

3M Co's Dividend Payout Ratio for the fiscal year that ended in Dec. 2025 is calculated as

Dividend Payout Ratio=Dividends per Share (A: Dec. 2025 )/ EPS without NRI (A: Dec. 2025 )
=52.577/ 145.126
=0.36

3M Co's Dividend Payout Ratio for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 is calculated as

Dividend Payout Ratio=Dividends per Share (Q: Mar. 2026 )/ EPS without NRI (Q: Mar. 2026 )
=14.066/ 38.59
=0.36

* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD.
* For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.

Frequently Asked Questions Learn more about Dividend Payout Ratio →
What does a Dividend Payout Ratio of 0.36 mean?
3M Co (MEX:MMM) has a Dividend Payout Ratio of 0.36 as of Mar. 2026. Dividend payout ratio is the percent of company earnings paid out as dividends. View historical data on 3M Co and its competitors. This is 36% below median its historical median of 0.56. Over the past decade, 3M Co's Dividend Payout Ratio has ranged from 0.36 to 0.99. According to the industry distribution chart, 3M Co ranks #147 out of 307 companies in the Conglomerates industry, placing it in the top 47.9%.
Is 3M Co's Dividend Payout Ratio too high?
3M Co's current Dividend Payout Ratio of 0.36 is 36% below median its 10-year median of 0.56. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 0.36 to a high of 0.99. The Conglomerates industry median Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.37. 3M Co's value of 0.36 is 2.7% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, 3M Co ranks #147 out of 307 companies in the Conglomerates industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, 3M Co has a GF Score™ of 63/100 and is considered Modestly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does 3M Co's Dividend Payout Ratio compare to VMI and HON?
According to the Conglomerates industry distribution chart, 3M Co ranks #147 out of 307 companies for Dividend Payout Ratio. This puts 3M Co in the upper half of its industry. The industry median Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.37. 3M Co's value of 0.36 is 2.7% below this benchmark. Historically, 3M Co's own Dividend Payout Ratio has ranged from 0.36 to 0.99 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 0.56 vs. the industry median of 0.37, 3M Co has consistently been below the industry average. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good Dividend Payout Ratio for a Conglomerates company?
The median Dividend Payout Ratio among Conglomerates companies is 0.37, based on 307 companies in the industry. Companies in the top quartile (top 25%) have a Dividend Payout Ratio significantly above this median, while those in the bottom quartile fall well below. However, Dividend Payout Ratio should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. 3M Co's current Dividend Payout Ratio of 0.36 is 2.7% below the industry median. Use the industry distribution chart on this page to see where any company falls relative to its peers.
What does a high Dividend Payout Ratio mean?
A high Dividend Payout Ratio can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. Dividend payout ratio is the percent of company earnings paid out as dividends. View historical data on 3M Co and its competitors. For the Conglomerates industry, the median Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.37 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. 3M Co's current Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.36, which is 36% below median its own 10-year median of 0.56. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is 3M Co stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, 3M Co (MEX:MMM) is currently considered Modestly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is MXN2,411.18, compared to a current price of MXN2,859.00 — trading 18.6% above its estimated fair value. The current Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.36, which is 36% below median its 10-year median of 0.56 and 2.7% below the Conglomerates industry median of 0.37. 3M Co's overall GF Score™ is 63/100 with 7 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is Dividend Payout Ratio calculated?
Dividend Payout Ratio is calculated from a company's financial statements. For 3M Co (MEX:MMM), the current Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.36 as of Mar. 2026. GuruFocus calculates this using data sourced from SEC filings and annual reports. See the calculation section and 30-year financial data on this page for the full breakdown.

Is 3M Co (MEX:MMM) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, 3M Co stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of MXN2,859.00 is trading 18.6% above its estimated GF Value™ of MXN2,411.18. GuruFocus considers 3M Co to be Modestly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for MEX:MMM:

  • Dividend Payout Ratio: 0.36 (36% below median its 10-year median of 0.56)
  • GF Value™: MXN2,411.18 vs. price of MXN2,859.00 (18.6% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 63/100 with 7 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 2.7% below the Conglomerates median (#147 of 307)

No single metric tells the full story. See the MEX:MMM stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.

3M Co Business Description

Address 3M Center, St. Paul, MN, USA, 55144
3M, a multinational conglomerate founded in 1902, sells tens of thousands of products ranging from sponges to respirators. The firm is well known for its extensive research and development capabilities, and it is a pioneer in inventing new use cases for its proprietary technologies. 3M is organized across three business segments: safety and industrial (representing around 44% of revenue), transportation and electronics (36%), and consumer (20%). The firm recently spun off its healthcare business, now known as Solventum. Nearly half of 3M's revenue comes from outside the Americas.
63GF Score

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