Stanley Black & Decker Inc., a major player in the industrial tools and hardware market, was formed from the merger of Stanley Works and Black & Decker. The company's headquarters are in New Britain, Connecticut. Over recent years, Stanley Black & Decker has consistently generated substantial revenue, recently reaching approximately $17.427 billion as of 2025. The company’s operational structure is organized into several divisions, with around 65% of its revenue stemming from the Tools & Storage segment and 45% from the Engineered Fastening segment. Approximately 50% of its revenue is generated outside of the United States, reflecting its extensive global reach.
Stanley Black & Decker has built a reputation for its staunch commitment to shareholder returns, having paid consecutive dividends for 144 years while raising them for 59 consecutive years, underscoring its stability and reliability in income generation. The company’s brands span various sectors, emphasizing its diversified presence in both residential and industrial domains.
Tackling economic and market factors, the Producer Price Index (PPI) and trade balances are critical indicators of economic changes and competitive edge, elements crucial for Stanley Black & Decker as it navigates complex global markets. Financial advisory insights discuss broad stock market trends and investments, though specific company data is restricted to Stanley Black & Decker's performance.
On the financial evaluation front, the dynamics for Stanley Black & Decker appear mixed among analysts. As of February 19, 2025, Jefferies initiated a 'Buy' recommendation for Stanley Black & Decker (NYSE: SWK), establishing a price target of $103.00, a significant upside from its then-current price of $87.04. The consensus among analysts is an average one-year price target of $104.33, suggesting a potential upside of nearly 19.86%.
For fiscal 2025, the company projected an earnings per share (EPS) range between $4.75 to $5.75, with consensus estimates around $5.41. According to different sources, including Nasdaq reports, this represents a noteworthy annual growth in projected revenue by 13.41% and a projected non-GAAP EPS of $9.46. The market has received these estimates with varied reactions; one analyst rates the stock as 'Sell,' five rate it as 'Hold,' and three as 'Buy,' resulting in a consensus 'Hold' rating with an average price target of $103.11.
Presently, as of May 8, 2025, Stanley Black & Decker's stock is priced at $61.50, marking a 4.17% increase or $2.46 rise from the previous close. This reflects significant investor interest, with an intraday high matching the latest price and an intraday low of $59.26 against an intraday trading volume of 1,176,981 shares. The continuous fluctuation in its stock, influenced by broader economic variables and internal forecasts, highlights the intricate interplay of market forces impacting Stanley Black & Decker.