3M CoTSX:MMMM -4.76%54 Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 8.95% as of Mar. 2026, which is 56% below its 10-year median of 20.46. GuruFocus rates TSX:MMMM with a GF Score™ of 54/100 and a GF Value™ of C$22.02 (Modestly Overvalued). The stock has 6 warning signs investors should review. Among 569 Conglomerates companies, 3M Co ranks better than 87.35% on this metric.
Return-on-Tangible-Asset is calculated as Net Income divided by its average total tangible assets. Total tangible assets equals to Total Assets minus Intangible Assets. 3M Co's annualizedNet Income for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was C$3,584 Mil. 3M Co's average total tangible assets for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was C$40,028 Mil. Therefore, 3M Co's annualized Return-on-Tangible-Asset for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was 8.95%.
The historical rank and industry rank for 3M Co's Return-on-Tangible-Asset or its related term are showing as below:
TSX:MMMM'
s Return-on-Tangible-Asset Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: -19.47 Med: 20.46 Max: 23.79
Current: 9.22
During the past 13 years, 3M Co's highest Return-on-Tangible-Asset was 23.79%. The lowest was -19.47%. And the median was 20.46%.
TSX:MMMM's Return-on-Tangible-Asset is ranked better than 87.35% of 569
companies
in the Conglomerates industry
Industry Median: 2.69
vs TSX:MMMM: 9.22
3M Co (TSX:MMMM) Return-on-Tangible-Asset Explanation
Return-on-Tangible-Asset measures the rate of return on the average total tangible assets (total assets minus intangible assets). Tangible means physical in nature. Intangible Assets are assets that are not physical in nature, and typically "derive their value from legal or intellectual rights." Return-on-Tangible-Asset measures a firm's efficiency at generating profits from its tangible assets. It shows how well a company uses what it has to generate earnings. Return-on-Tangible-Assets can vary drastically across industries. Therefore, Return-on-Tangible-Asset should not be used to compare companies in different industries.
Be Aware
Like ROE and ROA, Return-on-Tangible-Asset is calculated with only 12 months data. Fluctuations in the companys earnings or business cycles can affect the ratio drastically. It is important to look at the ratio from a long term perspective. Return-on-Tangible-Asset can be affected by events such as stock buyback or issuance, and by a companys tax rate and its interest payment. Return-on-Tangible-Asset may not reflect the true earning power of the assets. A more accurate measurement is ROC % (ROC).
Many analysts argue the higher return the better. Buffett states that really high Return-on-Tangible-Asset may indicate vulnerability in the durability of the competitive advantage.
3M Co Return-on-Tangible-Asset Related Terms
3M Co Return-on-Tangible-Asset Historical Data
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The historical data trend for 3M Co's Return-on-Tangible-Asset 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.
TSX:MMMM vs HON, VMI, SEB: Return-on-Tangible-Asset Comparison
For the Conglomerates subindustry, 3M Co's Return-on-Tangible-Asset, along with its competitors' market caps and Return-on-Tangible-Asset 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 Return-on-Tangible-Asset vs Conglomerates Industry
For the Conglomerates industry and Industrials sector, 3M Co's Return-on-Tangible-Asset distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where 3M Co's Return-on-Tangible-Asset falls into.
* 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.
In the calculation of annual Return-on-Tangible-Asset, the net income of the last fiscal year and the average total tangible assets over the fiscal year are used. In calculating the quarterly data,
the Net Income data used here is four times the quarterly (Mar. 2026) net income data.
What does a Return-on-Tangible-Asset of 8.95% mean?
3M Co (TSX:MMMM) has a Return-on-Tangible-Asset of 8.95% as of Mar. 2026. Return on tangible assets is the ratio of current-period net income to average two-period tangible assets. View historical data on 3M Co and its competitors. This is 56% below median its historical median of 20.46. According to the industry distribution chart, 3M Co ranks #72 out of 569 companies in the Conglomerates industry, placing it in the top 12.7%.
Is 3M Co's Return-on-Tangible-Asset too high?
3M Co's current Return-on-Tangible-Asset of 8.95% is 56% below median its 10-year median of 20.46. The Conglomerates industry median Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 2.69. 3M Co's value of 8.95% is 232.7% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, 3M Co ranks #72 out of 569 companies in the Conglomerates industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, 3M Co has a GF Score™ of 54/100 and is considered Modestly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does 3M Co's Return-on-Tangible-Asset compare to HON and VMI?
According to the Conglomerates industry distribution chart, 3M Co ranks #72 out of 569 companies for Return-on-Tangible-Asset. This places 3M Co in the top 13% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. The industry median Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 2.69. 3M Co's value of 8.95% is 232.7% above this benchmark. While the company's 10-year median is 20.46 vs. the industry median of 2.69, 3M Co has consistently been above 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 Return-on-Tangible-Asset for a Conglomerates company?
The median Return-on-Tangible-Asset among Conglomerates companies is 2.69, based on 569 companies in the industry. Companies in the top quartile (top 25%) have a Return-on-Tangible-Asset significantly above this median, while those in the bottom quartile fall well below. However, Return-on-Tangible-Asset should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. 3M Co's current Return-on-Tangible-Asset of 8.95% is 232.7% above 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 Return-on-Tangible-Asset mean?
A high Return-on-Tangible-Asset can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. Return on tangible assets is the ratio of current-period net income to average two-period tangible assets. View historical data on 3M Co and its competitors. For the Conglomerates industry, the median Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 2.69 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. 3M Co's current Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 8.95%, which is 56% below median its own 10-year median of 20.46. 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 (TSX:MMMM) is currently considered Modestly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is C$22.02, compared to a current price of C$24.82 — trading 12.7% above its estimated fair value. The current Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 8.95%, which is 56% below median its 10-year median of 20.46 and 232.7% above the Conglomerates industry median of 2.69. 3M Co's overall GF Score™ is 54/100 with 6 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is Return-on-Tangible-Asset calculated?
Return-on-Tangible-Asset is calculated from a company's financial statements. For 3M Co (TSX:MMMM), the current Return-on-Tangible-Asset is 8.95% 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 (TSX:MMMM) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, 3M Co stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of C$24.82 is trading 12.7% above its estimated GF Value™ of C$22.02.
GuruFocus considers 3M Co to be Modestly Overvalued.
Key valuation signals for TSX:MMMM:
Return-on-Tangible-Asset: 8.95% (56% below median its 10-year median of 20.46)
GF Value™: C$22.02 vs. price of C$24.82 (12.7% above fair value)
Industry Position: 232.7% above the Conglomerates median (#72 of 569)
No single metric tells the full story. See the TSX:MMMM stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
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.
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