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Stanley Black & Decker Inc (SWK)

Stanley Black & Decker Inc (SWK) 1-star rating from Upturn Advisory
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Upturn Advisory Summary

11/17/2025: SWK (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.

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Number of Analysts

4 star rating from financial analysts

20 Analysts rated it

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1 Year Target Price $85.3

1 Year Target Price $85.3

Analysts Price Target For last 52 week
$85.3 Target price
52w Low $52.6
Current$63.67
52w High $89.64

Analysis of Past Performance

Type Stock
Historic Profit -18.85%
Avg. Invested days 35
Today’s Advisory PASS
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Key Highlights

Company Size Mid-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 9.86B USD
Price to earnings Ratio 21.96
1Y Target Price 85.3
Price to earnings Ratio 21.96
1Y Target Price 85.3
Volume (30-day avg) 20
Beta 1.2
52 Weeks Range 52.60 - 89.64
Updated Date 11/18/2025
52 Weeks Range 52.60 - 89.64
Updated Date 11/18/2025
Dividends yield (FY) 5.01%
Basic EPS (TTM) 2.9

Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth

Revenue by Products

Product revenue - Year on Year

Revenue by Geography

Geography revenue - Year on Year

Earnings Date

Report Date 2025-11-04
When Before Market
Estimate 1.19
Actual 1.43

Profitability

Profit Margin 2.89%
Operating Margin (TTM) 9.04%

Management Effectiveness

Return on Assets (TTM) 2.86%
Return on Equity (TTM) 4.92%

Valuation

Trailing PE 21.96
Forward PE 10.47
Enterprise Value 16512497886
Price to Sales(TTM) 0.65
Enterprise Value 16512497886
Price to Sales(TTM) 0.65
Enterprise Value to Revenue 1.09
Enterprise Value to EBITDA 12.3
Shares Outstanding 154884964
Shares Floating 154421858
Shares Outstanding 154884964
Shares Floating 154421858
Percent Insiders 0.35
Percent Institutions 95.23

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Stanley Black & Decker Inc

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Company Overview

Company history and background logo History and Background

Stanley Black & Decker was formed in 2010 through the merger of Stanley Works (founded 1843) and Black & Decker (founded 1910). Stanley initially focused on hardware and tools, while Black & Decker pioneered power tools. The merger created a diversified global industrial company.

Company business area logo Core Business Areas

  • Tools & Storage: This segment manufactures and sells power tools, hand tools, and storage solutions under brands like Stanley, Black+Decker, Craftsman, DeWalt, and Irwin.
  • Industrial: This segment provides engineered fastening systems, infrastructure solutions, and attachment tools. Major brands include Stanley Engineered Fastening and Paladin Attachments.
  • Outdoor: This segment offers outdoor power equipment, including lawn mowers, trimmers, and snow blowers under brands like Craftsman, DeWalt, and Black+Decker.

leadership logo Leadership and Structure

Donald Allan Jr. serves as CEO. The company operates with a divisional structure, with each business segment having its own management team. The corporate headquarters is located in New Britain, Connecticut.

Top Products and Market Share

Product Key Offerings logo Key Offerings

  • DeWalt Power Tools: DeWalt is a leading brand of professional-grade power tools, including drills, saws, and grinders. Competitors include Milwaukee (MTL), Makita (JP: 6502), and Bosch (Robert Bosch GmbH). Market share data varies, but DeWalt is consistently a top player in the professional power tool market.
  • Stanley Hand Tools: Stanley offers a wide range of hand tools, including tape measures, screwdrivers, and wrenches. Competitors include Apex Tool Group, Klein Tools, and Channellock. Market share data varies, but Stanley is a well-known brand in this category.
  • Craftsman Tools: Craftsman offers a wide range of tools for DIYers. Craftsman tools can be purchased at many retailers. Competitors include Kobalt, Husky, and DeWalt. Market share data varies, but Craftsman is a recognizable brand.

Market Dynamics

industry overview logo Industry Overview

The tools and storage industry is moderately cyclical, influenced by construction activity, manufacturing, and consumer spending. Demand is driven by both professional users and DIY enthusiasts. The industry is becoming increasingly competitive, with new entrants and evolving technologies like cordless power tools and smart tools.

Positioning

Stanley Black & Decker is a leading player in the tools and storage industry, with a strong brand portfolio, global reach, and diversified product offerings. Its competitive advantages include its scale, distribution network, and innovation capabilities.

Total Addressable Market (TAM)

The global tools and storage market is estimated to be over $70 billion. Stanley Black & Decker is well positioned to capture a significant share of this market through its diverse product portfolio and strong brand recognition.

Upturn SWOT Analysis

Strengths

  • Strong brand portfolio (DeWalt, Stanley, Black+Decker, Craftsman)
  • Global distribution network
  • Diversified product offerings
  • Innovation capabilities
  • Scale and efficiency

Weaknesses

  • Exposure to cyclical industries
  • Integration challenges with acquisitions
  • High debt levels
  • Supply chain vulnerabilities
  • Dependence on retail channel partners

Opportunities

  • Growing demand for cordless power tools
  • Expansion into emerging markets
  • Increased adoption of smart tools
  • Strategic acquisitions to expand product offerings
  • Growth in the e-commerce channel

Threats

  • Intense competition from other tool manufacturers
  • Fluctuations in raw material prices
  • Economic downturns
  • Changes in consumer preferences
  • Supply chain disruptions

Competitors and Market Share

Key competitor logo Key Competitors

  • MTL
  • SWK
  • TTI

Competitive Landscape

Stanley Black & Decker faces intense competition from other tool manufacturers. Its advantages include its strong brand portfolio and global reach, while its disadvantages include its high debt levels and exposure to cyclical industries.

Major Acquisitions

Mtd Products

  • Year: 2021
  • Acquisition Price (USD millions): 1600
  • Strategic Rationale: Expansion into the outdoor power equipment market, adding strong brands and product lines.

Growth Trajectory and Initiatives

Historical Growth: Historically, Stanley Black & Decker has grown through a combination of organic growth and acquisitions. The pace of growth has fluctuated depending on economic conditions and strategic decisions.

Future Projections: Analyst estimates suggest moderate growth in the coming years, driven by demand for cordless power tools and expansion into emerging markets. However, projections are subject to change based on economic factors and competitive dynamics.

Recent Initiatives: Recent strategic initiatives include restructuring efforts to improve profitability, investments in innovation, and expansion into new markets. The company has also been focusing on improving its supply chain and reducing costs.

Summary

Stanley Black & Decker is a global leader in the tools and storage industry, but it faces challenges related to debt, economic cyclicality, and competitive pressures. Its strong brands and global reach are strengths, but its high debt levels and supply chain vulnerabilities are weaknesses. The company's restructuring efforts and investments in innovation are positive signs for future growth, but it needs to manage its debt and adapt to changing market conditions.

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  • Industry reports
  • Analyst estimates
  • News articles
  • Company website

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About Stanley Black & Decker Inc

Exchange NYSE
Headquaters New Britain, CT, United States
IPO Launch date 1985-07-01
President, CEO & Director Mr. Christopher John Nelson
Sector Industrials
Industry Tools & Accessories
Full time employees 48000
Full time employees 48000

Stanley Black & Decker, Inc. provides hand tools, power tools, outdoor products, and related accessories in the United States, Canada, Other Americas, Europe, and Asia. The company's Tools & Outdoor segment offers professional grade corded and cordless electric power tools and equipment, including drills, impact wrenches and drivers, grinders, saws, routers, concrete prep and placement tools, and sanders; pneumatic tools and fasteners, such as nail guns, nails, staplers and staples, and concrete and masonry anchors; corded and cordless electric power tools; hand-held vacuums, paint tools, and cleaning appliances; leveling and layout tools, planes, hammers, demolition tools, clamps, vises, knives, saws, chisels, and industrial and automotive tools; drill, screwdriver, router bits, abrasives, saw blades, and threading products; tool boxes, sawhorses, medical cabinets, and engineered storage solutions; and electric and gas-powered lawn and garden products. This segment sells its products under the DEWALT, CRAFTSMAN, CUB ADET, BLACK+DECKER, and HUSTLER brands through retailers, third-party distributors, independent dealers, and a direct sales force. Its Industrial segment provides threaded fasteners, blind rivets and tools, blind inserts and tools, drawn arc weld studs and systems, engineered plastic and mechanical fasteners, self-piercing riveting systems, precision nut running systems, micro fasteners, high-strength structural fasteners, axel swage, latches, heat shields, pins, couplings, fitting, and other engineered products; and attachments used on excavators and handheld tools. This segment sells its products through direct sales force and third-party distributors to the automotive, manufacturing, electronics, construction, aerospace, and other industries. The company was formerly known as The Stanley Works and changed its name to Stanley Black & Decker, Inc. in March 2010. The company was founded in 1843 and is headquartered in New Britain, Connecticut.