StocksMedium•4 November 2026•
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3M Reaches $7.4 Billion Settlement in Forever Chemicals Case
Key Facts
13M announced a $7.4 billion settlement in a case involving injuries from 'forever chemicals'.
3M announced a $7.4 billion settlement in a case involving injuries from forever chemicals. The Wall Street Journal reported that the agreement aims to resolve long-standing legal liabilities regarding the health impacts of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances, or PFAS, manufactured by the company.
MMM closed at $177.05 on November 3, 2026, with the stock reaching a day high of $178.17 and a low of $174.8 during that session. The multi-billion dollar settlement provides certainty regarding the company's legal liabilities despite the significant cash outflow required.