$MMM +4.59% to $172.65: Just 1% From a 52-Week High
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3M (MMM) Surged +4.59%: Industrial Giant Tests 52-Week High at $173, Momentum Builds
Latest Close Data
Closed at $172.65 on 2026-02-05, up +4.59% ($7.57). The price is now just $2.04 (1.2%) below its 52-week high of $174.69.
Core Market Drivers
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The strong move is supported by robust net capital inflow of $18 million for the day.
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As a diversified industrial conglomerate, 3M often benefits from broad-based economic strength, which appears to be driving investor confidence.
Technical Analysis
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Volume was strong at 7.26M shares (Volume Ratio: 1.43), confirming the bullish move.
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The MACD has turned decisively positive, with the latest value at +2.41, signaling strong upward momentum.
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The 6-day RSI at 79.97 is approaching overbought territory, indicating near-term buying exhaustion but confirming the strength of the recent rally.
Key Price Levels
* Primary Support: $155.95 (Recent swing low).
* Strong Resistance: $174.69 (52-week high). A break above this is key for a new uptrend.
* Immediate Pivot: $172.65 (Today's close). Holding above this level is critical for continued upward pressure.
Valuation Perspective
The forward P/E of 19.97 is above its historical average of 15.65, suggesting the market is pricing in future growth expectations. The TTM P/E is 28.78, reflecting its current premium valuation.
Analyst Targets
17 analysts have an average price target of $173.15. Sentiment is mixed but leans positive, with 4 Strong Buy, 6 Buy, 9 Hold, and 1 Underperform ratings.
Weekly Outlook
Expect consolidation near the 52-week high with a bias to test the $174.69 resistance. A successful breakout could target the $180-$185 range. Failure to hold above $170 may see a pullback towards the $166 support.
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