Stanley Black & Decker, Inc. (NYSE:SWK) reported fourth-quarter 2025 financial results on Wednesday.
Net sales in the quarter were $3.684 billion, below analyst estimates of $3.780 billion, representing a 3% organic decline.
Gross margin rose to 33.2% in the fourth quarter, an increase of 240 basis points. Adjusted EPS was $1.41, exceeding the $1.28 estimate, while GAAP EPS was $1.04.
These results reflect effective cost management, pricing strategies, and successful supply chain mitigation.
The Tools & Outdoor segment saw a 2% sales decline, primarily due to weaker North American retail demand. However, adjusted gross margin expanded by 340 basis points to 13.6%, …