Item 3. Quantitative and Qualitative Disclosures About Market Risk

Foreign Currency Exchange Rate Risks:

Solventum faces transactional exchange rate risk from transactions with customers in countries outside the United States and from intercompany transactions between affiliated entities. Foreign currency exchange rates and fluctuations in those rates may cause fluctuations in cash flows related to foreign denominated transactions. The Company is also exposed to the translation of foreign currency earnings to the U.S. dollar.

Interest Rate Risk:

Solventum manages interest rate risk and expense using a mix of fixed and floating rate debt. In addition, the Company may enter into interest rate swaps that are designated and qualify as fair value hedges. The Company's interest rate sensitivity analysis includes the impact of interest rate changes on its floating-rate notes, interest rate swap agreements, and cash balances.

Commodity Price Risk:

Solventum manages commodity price risks through negotiated supply contracts and price protection agreements. The Company does not participate in material commodity hedging activity.