Stanley Black & Decker SWK
Stanley Black & Decker is a global manufacturer of hand tools, power tools, and storage, as well as industrial fastening solutions and accessories, selling to consumers and professionals through brands like DeWalt and Stanley. Stanley Black & Decker shows operational improvement with an operating margin of 8.44% and earnings growth of 247.8%, although an ROE of 6.89% and net debt of 2.58x EBITDA limit its appeal. Valuation is reasonable with a forward P/E of 14.34 and an FCF yield of 10.28%.
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Stanley Black & Decker is a global manufacturer of hand tools, power tools, and storage, as well as industrial fastening solutions and accessories, selling to consumers and professionals through brands like DeWalt and Stanley. Stanley Black & Decker shows operational improvement with an operating margin of 8.44% and earnings growth of 247.8%, although an ROE of 6.89% and net debt of 2.58x EBITDA limit its appeal. Valuation is reasonable with a forward P/E of 14.34 and an FCF yield of 10.28%.
Score by category
| Category | Score |
|---|---|
| Financial health | 5.8 |
| Quality / Moat | 5.2 |
| Valuation | 6.8 |
| Growth | 6.9 |
| Dividend | 6.4 |
| Momentum | 8.2 |
| Risk & Context | 5.5 |
OVERALL SCORE: 6.2/10
Context and risks
The rise in 10-year rates affects long-duration valuations, but SWK has a forward P/E of 14.34 and net debt/EBITDA of 2.58, so the impact is limited and already captured by the model. The oil rally is not material for a tool manufacturer.
News considered in the analysis
- Stanley Black & Decker (SWK) Gains Attention On Margin Progress, Is It Fully Valued? — El progreso en márgenes es un hecho ya ocurrido y parcialmente reflejado en el precio, pero refuerza la narrativa de mejora operativa.
- 3 Large Cap Dividend Stocks For Higher For Longer Rates — Listículo genérico sin información nueva sobre la empresa.
- 3 Profitable Stocks We Think Twice About — Opinión sin datos concretos que afecten a la valoración.
- UnitedHealth, BlackRock, and Stanley Black & Decker Just Paid Shareholders. Here’s What They Got. — Ruido: el pago de dividendos ya es conocido y no aporta información nueva.
- Can Share Buybacks Continue to Prop Up Toro Stock? — Noticia sobre un competidor (Toro), sin impacto directo en SWK.
Verdict: Hold; margin improvement and attractive valuation offset weak return on equity.
Main risk: Elevated net debt (2.58x EBITDA) and an 81% payout ratio limit financial flexibility if high rates persist or demand for tools weakens.
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