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Stanley Black & Decker, Inc. (NYSE: SWK) generates a steady flow of news as a global Tools and Outdoor manufacturer with a portfolio of brands such as DEWALT, CRAFTSMAN, STANLEY, BLACK+DECKER and Cub Cadet. Founded in 1843 and headquartered in the USA, the company operates manufacturing facilities worldwide and serves builders, tradespeople and DIY users with power tools, hand tools, storage, outdoor products, digital jobsite solutions and engineered fasteners.
News coverage for SWK commonly includes quarterly earnings announcements, where the company discusses segment performance in Tools and Outdoor and Engineered Fastening, margin trends, cash flow and progress on cost reduction and supply chain transformation programs. Investors also see updates on portfolio actions, such as the agreement to sell its Consolidated Aerospace Manufacturing (CAM) business to Howmet Aerospace, which reflects the company’s approach to active portfolio management and debt reduction.
Another category of news involves product and brand developments. As a Stanley Black & Decker brand, DEWALT issues announcements on new jobsite tools and systems, including concrete solutions and cordless equipment showcased at industry trade shows. These updates illustrate how the company introduces new tools and technologies for demanding professional applications.
Corporate governance and leadership items also appear in the news stream, including board appointments, changes in executive roles and the appointment of leaders for areas such as global supply chain. In addition, SWK issues releases on dividends, investor conference presentations and upcoming earnings webcasts, providing context for shareholders and analysts.
This news page aggregates these items in one place, allowing readers to review financial updates, strategic transactions, product launches and corporate announcements related to Stanley Black & Decker over time.
Stanley Black & Decker (NYSE: SWK) has declared its regular second quarter cash dividend of $0.82 per common share for 2025. The dividend will be paid on June 17, 2025, to shareholders of record as of the close of business on June 3, 2025.
This dividend announcement maintains the company's distinguished position as having the longest consecutive annual and quarterly dividend payments among industrial companies listed on the New York Stock Exchange.
DEWALT, a Stanley Black & Decker (NYSE: SWK) brand, has unveiled new carpentry solutions for residential applications. The highlight is the 20V MAX* XR® 12-In. Double Bevel Sliding Miter Saw (DCS785), featuring the largest cut capacity in DEWALT's cordless miter saw lineup.
Key product launches include:
- DCS785 saw with up to 371 cuts in 3¼-In. MDF Base Molding capability and 97% dust capture efficiency
- 20V MAX* XR® 10-In. Double Bevel Fixed Miter Saw (DCS714), available in May
- New XR® Drill Driver (DCD801) and Hammer Drill (DCD806) with ANTI-ROTATION System
- New laser distance measurers with 200-ft range and various chalk reel products
CRAFTSMAN, a Stanley Black & Decker brand, has released results from a national survey revealing DIYers' preferences for home improvement projects. The survey highlights key findings in three main areas:
Project Partners:
- Spouses lead as top choice (30%)
- Best friends follow at 23%
- Parents (11%) and neighbors (7%) round out the selection
Essential Power Tools:
- Powered Cordless Screwdriver ranks highest (64%)
- Circular Saw places second (42%)
- Hammer Drill follows closely (41%)
Preferred Work Music:
- Rock music leads at 22%
- Hip-hop/Rap follows at 17%
- Country music ranks third at 16%
Stanley Black & Decker (NYSE: SWK) has scheduled its first quarter 2025 earnings release and webcast for Wednesday, April 30, 2025. The company will distribute a news release detailing financial results before market opening, followed by a webcast starting at 8:00 AM ET.
The earnings presentation will be accessible through a live, listen-only webcast or teleconference. Accompanying slide presentations will be available on the company's investor relations website and will remain accessible after the event. A replay of the call will be made available two hours after the presentation.
DEWALT, a Stanley Black & Decker (NYSE: SWK) brand, has announced an expansion of its outdoor power equipment lineup with new gas and battery-powered products. The release comes as 81% of Americans maintain lawns, according to NALP data.
The new product line includes:
- 28-inch and 21-inch 3-in-1 RWD Gas Mowers
- 60V MAX 21-inch Cordless Brushless RWD Self-Propelled Mower
- 2600 PSI Electric Jobsite Pressure Washer
- Various 60V MAX and 20V MAX tools including pole saws, chainsaws, hedge trimmers
- 60V MAX Brushless Cordless Backpack Blower (available fall 2025)
These products are designed to enhance productivity and efficiency for professional landscaping tasks, featuring improvements in power, performance, and user comfort.
KB Home (NYSE: KBH) has appointed Robert R. Dillard as Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, effective March 31, 2025. Dillard joins from Sonoco Products Company where he served as CFO, overseeing net sales of $5.3 billion in 2024.
Dillard brings diverse experience, having previously held positions as President of Domtar Personal Care Europe and President of Stanley Hydraulics at Stanley Black & Decker. Chairman and CEO Jeffrey Mezger highlighted Dillard's combined operations and finance expertise, emphasizing his proven leadership and focus on driving profitability and returns.
Stanley Black & Decker (NYSE: SWK) has announced its first quarter 2025 dividend of $0.82 per common share. The dividend will be paid on March 18, 2025, to shareholders of record as of March 4, 2025. This announcement maintains the company's distinguished position as having the longest consecutive annual and quarterly dividend payments among industrial companies listed on the New York Stock Exchange.
Stanley Black & Decker (NYSE: SWK) has announced its participation in two major upcoming investor conferences. The company will present at the Barclays 42nd Annual Industrial Select Conference on February 20, 2025, featuring COO Chris Nelson and CFO Pat Hallinan, and at the 46th Annual Raymond James Institutional Investors Conference on March 4, 2025, with CEO Don Allan.
Both presentations will be accessible via live webcasts in the 'Investors' section of the company's website, with replays available for 30 days. Founded in 1843, Stanley Black & Decker is a global leader in Tools and Outdoor products, employing approximately 48,500 people worldwide. The company's portfolio includes renowned brands such as DEWALT®, CRAFTSMAN®, STANLEY®, BLACK+DECKER®, and Cub Cadet®, serving builders, tradespeople, and DIYers globally.
DEWALT, a Stanley Black & Decker (NYSE: SWK) brand, announced the launch of DEWALT TOUGHWIRE™, a comprehensive cable hanger system for HVAC, sheet metal, electrical and plumbing applications. The system comprises over 50 different components and will be available in spring 2025.
The company also introduced several new battery-powered tools including: the 20V MAX* Plastic Tubing Cutter delivering up to 400 cuts per charge, the 20V MAX* Pipe Deburring Tool for multiple types of tubing, the 20V MAX* Transfer Pump for liquid transfer, and the 20V MAX* XR® Copper Tubing Cutter capable of making cuts in 1.2 seconds. Additionally, DEWALT launched the IMPACT CONNECT™ Nut Runner Attachment, which is three times faster than manual operation and offers 100lbs lifting capacity.
Stanley Black & Decker (NYSE: SWK) reported its Q4 and full-year 2024 results, with annual revenues of $15.4 billion, down 3% from the previous year. The company achieved flat organic revenue, driven by growth in DEWALT and Aerospace Fasteners, offset by Infrastructure divestiture and currency impacts.
Q4 revenues remained flat at $3.7 billion with 3% organic growth. Q4 gross margin improved to 30.8%, up 120 basis points, while adjusted gross margin reached 31.2%. Q4 EPS was $1.28, with adjusted EPS at $1.49. Full-year EPS was $1.89, with adjusted EPS at $4.36.
The company generated strong cash flow, with Q4 operating cash flow of $679 million and free cash flow of $565 million. For the full year, operating cash flow was $1.1 billion, enabling $1.1 billion in debt reduction. The company's 2025 planning assumptions include base case EPS of $4.05 (+/- $0.65) and adjusted EPS of $5.25 (+/- $0.50), with targeted free cash flow of $750 million (+/- $100 million).