Equity Profile

SWK

Stanley Black & Decker, Inc.

IndustrialsIndustrial Machinery & Supplies & Components$12.2B

Apr29Wed

Post-Earnings Recap

ReportedQ1-2026Pre-Market6:00 AM EDT

Stanley Black & Decker Beats on EPS, Stock Up 0.00%

Metric	Actual	Expected	Surprise
EPS	$0.80	$0.59	+30.29%
Revenue	N/A	$3.7B	N/A

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Stanley Black & Decker Beats on EPS, Stock Up 0.00%

Key Numbers

Metric	Actual	Expected	Surprise
EPS	$0.80	$0.59	+30.29%
Revenue	N/A	$3.7B	N/A

Management Commentary

Tone: Cautiously Optimistic

Overall, management expressed a cautious optimism about the company's resilience. They noted that while challenges remain, they are focused on strategic initiatives to drive growth.

Management highlighted strong performance in key segments despite market challenges.

They emphasized ongoing efforts to improve operational efficiency.

What It Means

This earnings report indicates that Stanley Black & Decker performed better than expected on earnings per share, which is a positive sign for investors. However, the lack of revenue data and guidance leaves some uncertainty about the company's future performance. The stock reaction remained flat, suggesting that investors are digesting the mixed signals from the report.

Company Snapshot

Stanley Black & Decker, Inc. (SWK) is a leading manufacturer of tools and security products, serving both professional and consumer markets....

Key Metrics to Watch

EPS

Earnings per share (EPS) is a critical measure of profitability and will indicate how well the company managed costs and sales.

$0.59

Revenue

Revenue figures provide insight into overall sales performance and demand for Stanley Black & Decker's products.

$3.7B

Wall Street expectations, options signals, track record, and call prep available with Pro.

Original Pre-Earnings Preview

Context

Company Snapshot

Stanley Black & Decker, Inc. (SWK) is a leading manufacturer of tools and security products, serving both professional and consumer markets. As a key player in the industrial sector, the company is influenced by trends in construction, home improvement, and consumer spending, making it an important barometer for economic health.

Earnings Scorecard·Last 8Q

EPS Beat Streak

EPS Beat Rate

100%

Avg EPS Surprise

+34.32%

Avg Stock Reaction

-0.92%

Last Quarter Recap

In Q4-2025, Stanley Black & Decker reported an EPS of $1.41, exceeding expectations by 11.29%. The stock reacted positively, gaining 4.53% the following day.

Management Promises & Guidance

Continue to innovate product lines to meet evolving customer needs.
Focus on cost management to improve margins.
Expand market presence in emerging markets.

Expectations

Wall Street Expectations

Analysts are cautiously optimistic about Stanley Black & Decker's upcoming earnings, expecting a solid performance in both EPS and revenue.

Bull Case

If the company beats EPS estimates, it could signal strong demand and effective cost management, potentially driving the stock higher.

Bear Case

Conversely, if results fall short of expectations, it may raise concerns about market demand and profitability, leading to a negative stock reaction.

Key Metrics to Watch

EPS

$0.59

Earnings per share (EPS) is a critical measure of profitability and will indicate how well the company managed costs and sales.

Revenue

$3.7B

Revenue figures provide insight into overall sales performance and demand for Stanley Black & Decker's products.

Expectations

Two Questions That Matter

The print will turn on these two things.

Will the EPS exceed the consensus estimate of $0.59?

A beat on EPS would reinforce confidence in the company's profitability and operational efficiency.

What are the revenue expectations for the upcoming quarter?

Revenue performance will indicate market demand and the effectiveness of the company's sales strategies.

Edge

What the Street Is Missing

Why consensus could be wrong

The consensus may underestimate the potential for revenue growth driven by new product launches and increased demand in emerging markets.

Supporting Evidence

The company has a history of beating EPS estimates, which could indicate stronger performance than expected.

Recent trends in home improvement spending suggest a favorable market environment.

Options pricing indicates higher volatility, which may reflect underlying bullish sentiment.

Key Risk

If the company reports revenue significantly above $3.8B, it could challenge the current bearish sentiment.

Edge

Thesis-Break Levels

Pre-commit to what would confirm each case.

The upcoming earnings report is crucial as it will provide insights into the company's financial health and market positioning.

Bull Confirmed If

An EPS of $0.65 or higher would confirm the bull case, indicating strong demand and cost control.

Bear Confirmed If

An EPS below $0.55 would validate the bear case, raising concerns about market conditions.

Pre-Earnings Positioning

Options Market

Implied Move

±9.48%

Historical Avg

±4.7%

Pricing rich

The options market is pricing in a significant move, suggesting that traders anticipate volatility around the earnings announcement.

Options are pricing ±11.2% while SWK has averaged ±4.7% over the last 8 prints — setup is pricing rich.

Detail

ATM IV

0.7%

30d HV

46.5%

Calls (99K)P/C Ratio: 10.38Puts (27K)

Preparation

Post-Print Playbook

Likely market behavior by outcome — not investment advice.

Beat & Raise

If Stanley Black & Decker beats expectations, history suggests the stock could rise by around 5.2% on the first trading day post-earnings.

In-Line / Cautious

If results are in line with expectations, the stock may react cautiously, reflecting market uncertainty.

Miss

A miss on earnings could lead to a decline of about 1.5% or more, as seen in past reactions.

Preparation

Congressional Activity

House & Senate STOCK Act disclosures over the trailing 6 months.

Trades

1 buy·0 sells

Members

Senate only

Est. Notional

$15,001.00–$50,000.00

disclosed dollar ranges

Most Active Members

D-MIGary C PetersSen.
1

Earnings Track Record

Preparation

What to Listen For

Call Prep

1Details on sales performance in emerging markets.
2Updates on new product launches and their market reception.
3Management's outlook on consumer spending trends.
4Any commentary on cost management strategies.
5Insights into supply chain stability and its impact on production.

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Company Snapshot

Stanley Black & Decker, Inc. (SWK) is a leading manufacturer of tools and security products, serving both professional and consumer markets....

Key Metrics to Watch

EPS

Earnings per share (EPS) is a critical measure of profitability and will indicate how well the company managed costs and sales.

$0.59

Revenue

Revenue figures provide insight into overall sales performance and demand for Stanley Black & Decker's products.

$3.7B

Wall Street expectations, options signals, track record, and call prep available with Pro.

Original Pre-Earnings Preview

Context

Company Snapshot

Earnings Scorecard·Last 8Q

EPS Beat Streak

EPS Beat Rate

100%

Avg EPS Surprise

+34.32%

Avg Stock Reaction

-0.92%

Last Quarter Recap

In Q4-2025, Stanley Black & Decker reported an EPS of $1.41, exceeding expectations by 11.29%. The stock reacted positively, gaining 4.53% the following day.

Management Promises & Guidance

Continue to innovate product lines to meet evolving customer needs.
Focus on cost management to improve margins.
Expand market presence in emerging markets.

Expectations

Wall Street Expectations

Analysts are cautiously optimistic about Stanley Black & Decker's upcoming earnings, expecting a solid performance in both EPS and revenue.

Bull Case

If the company beats EPS estimates, it could signal strong demand and effective cost management, potentially driving the stock higher.

Bear Case

Conversely, if results fall short of expectations, it may raise concerns about market demand and profitability, leading to a negative stock reaction.

Key Metrics to Watch

EPS

$0.59

Earnings per share (EPS) is a critical measure of profitability and will indicate how well the company managed costs and sales.

Revenue

$3.7B

Revenue figures provide insight into overall sales performance and demand for Stanley Black & Decker's products.

Expectations

Two Questions That Matter

The print will turn on these two things.

Will the EPS exceed the consensus estimate of $0.59?

A beat on EPS would reinforce confidence in the company's profitability and operational efficiency.

What are the revenue expectations for the upcoming quarter?

Revenue performance will indicate market demand and the effectiveness of the company's sales strategies.

Edge

What the Street Is Missing

Why consensus could be wrong

The consensus may underestimate the potential for revenue growth driven by new product launches and increased demand in emerging markets.

Supporting Evidence

The company has a history of beating EPS estimates, which could indicate stronger performance than expected.

Recent trends in home improvement spending suggest a favorable market environment.

Options pricing indicates higher volatility, which may reflect underlying bullish sentiment.

Key Risk

If the company reports revenue significantly above $3.8B, it could challenge the current bearish sentiment.

Edge

Thesis-Break Levels

Pre-commit to what would confirm each case.

The upcoming earnings report is crucial as it will provide insights into the company's financial health and market positioning.

Bull Confirmed If

An EPS of $0.65 or higher would confirm the bull case, indicating strong demand and cost control.

Bear Confirmed If

An EPS below $0.55 would validate the bear case, raising concerns about market conditions.

Pre-Earnings Positioning

Options Market

Implied Move

±9.48%

Historical Avg

±4.7%

Pricing rich

The options market is pricing in a significant move, suggesting that traders anticipate volatility around the earnings announcement.

Options are pricing ±11.2% while SWK has averaged ±4.7% over the last 8 prints — setup is pricing rich.

Detail

ATM IV

0.7%

30d HV

46.5%

Calls (99K)P/C Ratio: 10.38Puts (27K)

Preparation

Post-Print Playbook

Likely market behavior by outcome — not investment advice.

Beat & Raise

If Stanley Black & Decker beats expectations, history suggests the stock could rise by around 5.2% on the first trading day post-earnings.

In-Line / Cautious

If results are in line with expectations, the stock may react cautiously, reflecting market uncertainty.

Miss

A miss on earnings could lead to a decline of about 1.5% or more, as seen in past reactions.

Preparation

Congressional Activity

House & Senate STOCK Act disclosures over the trailing 6 months.

Trades

1 buy·0 sells

Members

Senate only

Est. Notional

$15,001.00–$50,000.00

disclosed dollar ranges

Most Active Members

D-MIGary C PetersSen.
1

Earnings Track Record

Preparation

What to Listen For

Call Prep

1Details on sales performance in emerging markets.
2Updates on new product launches and their market reception.
3Management's outlook on consumer spending trends.
4Any commentary on cost management strategies.
5Insights into supply chain stability and its impact on production.