Dec 31, 2025 • MarketBeat
NEUTRAL
Stanley Black & Decker, Inc. (NYSE:SWK) Short Interest Down 16.3% in December
Stanley Black & Decker, Inc. (NYSE:SWK) experienced a 16.3% decrease in short interest during December, totaling 5,590,767 shares as of December 15th, representing a short-interest ratio of 3.5 days. The company maintains a consensus "Hold" rating from analysts with an average price target of $87.33, and pays a quarterly dividend of $0.83, yielding approximately 4.4%. Institutional investors have adjusted their positions, with hedge funds owning 87.77% of the company's stock.
Dec 31, 2025 • MarketBeat
NEUTRAL
Brendel Financial Advisors LLC Invests $3.45 Million in Stanley Black & Decker, Inc. $SWK
Brendel Financial Advisors LLC has acquired a new stake of 46,449 shares in Stanley Black & Decker, Inc. (NYSE:SWK) valued at approximately $3.45 million, representing 1.8% of its portfolio. Analysts currently have a "Hold" rating on Stanley Black & Decker with an average target price of $87.33, despite the company paying a quarterly dividend that results in a high payout ratio of 114.9%. Institutional investors collectively own about 87.8% of the company's stock.
Dec 30, 2025 • MarketBeat
NEUTRAL
Stanley Black & Decker, Inc. $SWK Shares Acquired by Fort Washington Investment Advisors Inc. OH
Fort Washington Investment Advisors Inc. OH increased its stake in Stanley Black & Decker (NYSE:SWK) by 1.0% in Q3, purchasing 15,349 shares to own a total of 1,553,709 shares valued at approximately $115.49 million. The industrial products company offers a quarterly dividend of $0.83, translating to an annualized dividend of $3.32 and a 4.4% yield, despite a high payout ratio of 114.88%. Analysts currently hold a consensus "Hold" rating for SWK with an average price target of $87.33.
Dec 29, 2025 • Modern Distribution Management
BEARISH
DoJ Says Stanley Black & Decker Delayed Reporting of Hazardous Products
The U.S. Justice Department has filed a civil complaint against Stanley Black & Decker, alleging the company failed to promptly report safety hazards related to certain DeWALT utility bars and miter saws to federal regulators. The complaint, filed jointly with the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, seeks civil penalties and injunctive relief. It highlights alleged delays in reporting issues that led to injuries, underscoring the critical nature of timely product safety reporting to protect consumers.
Dec 27, 2025 • MarketBeat
NEUTRAL
Osaic Holdings Inc. Purchases 14,550 Shares of Stanley Black & Decker, Inc. $SWK
Osaic Holdings Inc. increased its stake in Stanley Black & Decker, Inc. by 48.1%, now holding 44,816 shares valued at $3,038,000. Stanley Black & Decker reported $2.85 EPS and $3.72 billion in quarterly revenue, with a market capitalization of $11.68 billion and a quarterly dividend of $0.83, yielding 4.4%. Analyst sentiment for SWK is currently mixed, with a consensus "Hold" rating and an average price target of $87.33.
Dec 27, 2025 • Eastern Progress
SOMEWHAT-BULLISH
Here's Why Howmet's CAM Acquisition is Strategically Important
Howmet Aerospace Inc. (HWM) is acquiring Consolidated Aerospace Manufacturing LLC (CAM) from Stanley Black & Decker for approximately $1.8 billion. This acquisition is strategically important for Howmet, as it will strengthen its aerospace fastening solutions portfolio by adding CAM's brands, engineering expertise, and customer relationships, enabling HWM to offer more comprehensive solutions in the robust aerospace and defense markets. The deal is expected to close in the first half of 2026, with CAM projected to generate $485-$495 million in revenues in 2026.