With any investment there are risks, and that's true for 3M (MMM +7.69%) as well. The diversified company is a huge target for international rivals, but investors need to consider whether 3M is overpriced based on its growth as well. Organic growth of 2.1% in the first quarter of 2013 won't keep investors satisfied for long, especially with a trailing P/E ratio over 17. In the following video, Fool contributor Travis Hoium goes over the biggest risks to watch for.
Risks With 3M Stock
By Travis Hoium – Jun 29, 2013 at 1:45PM
Market Cap
$89B
Today's Change
(7.69%) $11.90
Current Price
$166.69
Price as of October 21, 2025 at 3:58 PM ET
Organic growth is the biggest thing investors need to watch for at 3M.
About the Author
Travis Hoium is a contributing Motley Fool stock market analyst covering solar energy, technology, and growth stocks. Before The Motley Fool, Travis was a mechanical engineer at 3M and founded a virtual reality company. He holds a bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering and a master’s degree in business administration from the University of Minnesota.