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Can 3M Service Its Debt?

Can 3M Service Its Debt?

3M’s interest expense has increased naturally along with the higher debt. 3M’s interest expense increased significantly from $171 million in 2012 to $322 million in 2017, which includes charges of $96 million for early debt retirement. At the end of the second quarter, 3M’s interest expense was $176 million.