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Stanley Black & Decker reports news tied to its tools, outdoor products and engineered fastening businesses. The company makes power tools, hand tools, storage products, digital jobsite solutions, outdoor and lifestyle products, and engineered fasteners under brands that include DEWALT, CRAFTSMAN, STANLEY, BLACK+DECKER and Cub Cadet.
Recurring developments include earnings releases for Tools & Outdoor and Engineered Fastening, margin and cash-flow commentary, tariff and macroeconomic updates, dividend and share-repurchase actions, and portfolio changes such as the completed sale of the Consolidated Aerospace Manufacturing business. Brand-level updates often center on DEWALT jobsite solutions, trades education and construction-workforce technology.
Stanley Black & Decker (SWK), through its DEWALT brand, released results from an online survey of 534 WorldSkills competitors from more than 60 countries and regions conducted August 18–28, 2026, on perceptions of skilled careers.
The findings show 76% of respondents believe technical and vocational skills are increasingly important to the global economy, yet 51% think too few young people are entering the trades. While 71% say public image of these careers has improved, 52% were encouraged toward traditional academic paths versus 14% toward technical and vocational careers. Respondents highlight early exposure and access as barriers: 45% say young people are not exposed to skilled career opportunities soon enough, 53% felt pressure to pursue university, 45% want more chances to try skilled work firsthand, 38% favor more paid apprenticeships, and 88% view financial assistance as important for access to vocational education.
DEWALT will support WorldSkills Shanghai 2026 as a premium partner and tools sponsor, backing two Team USA competitors and promoting its Grow the Trades program.
Stanley Black & Decker (SWK)/b) will participate in the Morgan Stanley 14th Annual Laguna Conference, where President & CEO Chris Nelson is scheduled to speak on Thursday, September 17, 2026 at 11:30 AM PT (2:30 PM ET).A live webcast of the presentation will be available in the “Events” section of the company’s investor website, with a replay accessible on the site for 30 days.
Stanley Black & Decker (SWK) has entered a definitive agreement to sell its Excel Industries business to Bad Boy Mowers.
Excel, which includes Hustler-branded professional-grade gas-powered ride-on and zero-turn mowers, is expected to generate approximately $300 million in FY 2026 revenue. The company said the divestiture refines its portfolio and concentrates resources on higher-opportunity areas, including outdoor brands such as Cub Cadet, Dewalt, Craftsman, Troy-Bilt and Black+Decker, with a focus on electric outdoor products. The sale is subject to regulatory approval and customary closing conditions and is not expected to be dilutive to adjusted EPS. Until closing, Excel’s results will remain in continuing operations.
Stanley Black & Decker (NYSE: SWK) plans to invest $1 billion in the U.S. by 2028 to advance innovation, develop next-generation tools and strengthen its U.S. manufacturing footprint. Roughly 50% of the investment is allocated to research and development, with the remaining 50% directed to capital expenditures and long-term manufacturing investments supporting new product development.
The company is also committing $60 million through its DEWALT Grow the Trades initiative by 2030, with $27 million already deployed, to expand training programs and increase access to skilled trades careers essential for U.S. infrastructure projects.
Stanley Black & Decker (NYSE: SWK), through its DEWALT brand, announced a major expansion of its cordless carpentry tools on August 11, 2026. The lineup targets professional carpenters, remodelers, woodworkers and contractors.
New 20V MAX* XR® tools include a 6-1/2 in. plunge track saw, 5 in. and 6 in. random orbital sanders, an oscillating multi-tool, and compact 16GA finish and 18GA brad nailers, plus accessories like a vinyl siding adapter and TOUGHSERIES™ construction jack extensions and pads. All products are available where DEWALT tools are sold.
STANLEY (NYSE: SWK) launched ALL BUILD. NO BULL., a new global brand platform and marketing campaign aimed at residential construction professionals and small business pros. The initiative features an overhauled product portfolio and focuses on cutting through “noise, exaggeration and jobsite nonsense” to emphasize practical, reliable tools and honest work.
The campaign introduces “Stan,” a sharp‑witted talking toolbox appearing in 10 ad spots that humorously calls out overcomplicated features and marketing hype. According to STANLEY, the campaign is designed for digital, social and retail channels and will run across North America, Latin America, Europe, Australia and New Zealand starting in August. The brand positions ALL BUILD. NO BULL. as a long‑term standard guiding its tools and communications.
Stanley Black & Decker (NYSE: SWK) reported 2Q 2026 net sales of $4.0 billion, flat year over year and up 3% organically. Tools & Outdoor grew 3% organically, while Engineered Fastening organic sales rose 3% despite an 18% reported decline from the CAM divestiture.
Gross margin was 33.0% and adjusted gross margin 33.7%, up 600 and 620 basis points, respectively, including roughly 250 bps benefit from net tariff refunds. GAAP EPS was $2.33 and adjusted EPS $1.57, each aided by about $0.17 from tariff refunds. Operating cash flow reached $763 million and free cash flow $698 million.
The company completed the sale of Consolidated Aerospace Manufacturing, recognized a $273.7 million gain on business sales, reduced debt by $1.7 billion, and repurchased 3.2 million shares for $250 million. For 2026, it raised GAAP EPS guidance to $4.60–$5.45, adjusted EPS to $5.20–$5.80, and free cash flow to $600–$800 million.
Stanley Black & Decker (NYSE: SWK) announced that its Board of Directors approved a $0.01 increase in the quarterly cash dividend to $0.84 per common share. The dividend will be payable on September 22, 2026, to shareholders of record at the close of business on September 8, 2026.
Stanley Black & Decker (NYSE: SWK) will release its second quarter 2026 earnings on Wednesday, July 29, 2026, before the market opens, followed by an earnings call at 8:00 AM ET.
Investors can access a live teleconference, listen-only webcast, slides, and replay via the company’s investor website.
Stanley Black & Decker (NYSE: SWK) announced a new CRAFTSMAN “Longest Day Build Hub” on CRAFTSMAN.com, timed to Father’s Day and the summer solstice. The hub offers family-focused DIY outdoor project guides plus links to a promotion on new V20* ADVANCED™ batteries.
The V20* ADVANCED™ 6Ah and 3Ah batteries, compatible with 100+ CRAFTSMAN V20* tools, are marketed as delivering significantly more power and runtime†. A featured deal on the 6Ah battery (model CMCB2106-CK) offers $100 in savings at Lowe’s, Amazon and Ace Hardware from June 1 to July 22, 2026, while supplies last.