HONG KONG--(Marketwire - May 18, 2012) - Today, [ www.EquityLeader.com ] introduced research coverage of United Technologies Corporation (NYSE: [ UTX ]) and 3M Co (NYSE: [ MMM ]). Full research reports are available to readers at: [ www.EquityLeader.com/index.php?sm1=UTX&sm2=MMM ].

Economic fundamentals leading into 2012 have set a generally positive pace with GDP growth likely to pick up through the coming year. However, there are several important caveats to note as the world economy continues to face headwinds and risks weigh to the downside. Positive outlooks are conditional on fiscal policy in payroll taxes and unemployment insurance benefits and upon the easing of the European debt situation. A repeat of volatility experience in 2011 is likely in 2012, as perceptions about the strength of the U.S. economy and the euro zone will vary over time as events unfold.

Despite the current situation, our team continues to identify high momentum situations with growth potential -- there remains strong opportunity within careful discretion.

Equity Leader has decided to cover United Technologies Corporation for its current position within the conglomerates industry. United Technologies Corporation (UTC) provides high technology products and services to the building systems and aerospace industries worldwide. The Company operates in six segments: Otis, Carrier, UTC Fire & Security, Pratt & Whitney, Hamilton Sundstrand and Sikorsky. A copy of this report detailing United Technologies Corporation (NYSE: [ UTX ]) is available at: [ www.EquityLeader.com/index.php?sm1=UTX ].

Equity Leader is also taking note of 3M Co for its changing role within the conglomerates industry. 3M Company (3M) is a diversified technology company with presence in the industrial and transportation; health care; consumer and office; safety, security and protection services; display and graphics, and electro and communications businesses. To download free research on 3M Co (NYSE: [ MMM ]) investors may visit: [ www.EquityLeader.com/index.php?sm2=MMM ].

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