Mary Laschinger Acquires Stanley Black & Decker Shares

Mary Laschinger, a notable figure, recently purchased shares of Stanley Black & Decker, Inc. (NYSE:SWK). On June 23, 2026, she acquired 26 shares at an average price of $84.57 per share, totaling a transaction value of $2,198.82. This purchase was not part of a pre-planned trading program.

Other Institutional Activity in Stanley Black & Decker

Several institutional investors have also been active in Stanley Black & Decker. Capital Research Global Investors increased its position by 119,481 shares, bringing its total to 12,975,998 shares valued at approximately $922 million, a 0.9% increase. BlackRock, Inc. added 59,765 shares, resulting in 10,324,071 shares worth about $734 million, a 0.6% rise. Vanguard Capital Management LLC opened a new position with 10,064,474 shares, valued at around $715 million. Price T Rowe Associates Inc /MD/ expanded its holdings by 133,542 shares to 10,031,732 shares, valued at $713 million, marking a 1.3% increase. Meanwhile, State Street Corp reduced its stake by 549,462 shares, leaving it with 8,335,187 shares worth $592 million, a 6.2% decrease.

Stanley Black & Decker, Inc. Stock Down 5.6%

Shares of Stanley Black & Decker (NYSE:SWK) traded near $89.66 on Friday. The company has a market capitalization of about $13.42 billion and a P/E ratio of 35.37. Its forward P/E stands at 13.90, with a beta of 1.202. Over the past year, the stock has ranged from a low of $61.90 to a high of $93.37. The 50-day moving average is $77.58, while the 200-day moving average is $75.80. Stanley Black & Decker maintains a current ratio of 1.14 and a quick ratio of 0.31, with a debt-to-equity ratio of 77.61.

Recent Earnings

For its latest reporting period, Stanley Black & Decker reported revenues of $15.23 billion, reflecting a 2.7% growth. The company's earnings per share (EPS) stood at $2.44, with a net margin of 2.44% and a return on equity (ROE) of 4.17%. The company is scheduled to release its next earnings report on July 28, 2026.

Dividend

Stanley Black & Decker offers an annual dividend rate of $3.32, yielding 3.83%. The dividend payout ratio is notably high at 135.66%.

Insider Buying and Selling at Stanley Black & Decker, Inc.

On June 23, 2026, several insiders joined Mary Laschinger in buying Stanley Black & Decker shares. Mitchell Adrian acquired 435 shares, Jane Palmieri bought 129 shares, Susan Carter purchased 82 shares, and Michael David Hankin added 506 shares, all at the same price of $84.57. John Garrison Jr also purchased 59 shares. None of these transactions were part of pre-planned trading programs.

Analysts Set New Price Targets

On June 18, 2026, Wells Fargo maintained its hold rating on Stanley Black & Decker with a price target of $90. Morgan Stanley, on May 29, 2026, also maintained a hold rating with a target of $84. On May 1, 2026, JP Morgan kept a sell rating with a target of $75. The consensus among analysts is a "buy" rating, with an average target price of $92.65 based on 14 opinions.

About Stanley Black & Decker

Stanley Black & Decker, Inc., headquartered in New Britain, Connecticut, is a leading provider of tools and accessories. The company, founded in 1843, operates in the industrials sector, specifically in the tools and accessories industry. It offers a wide range of products, including hand tools, power tools, and outdoor equipment under brands like DEWALT, CRAFTSMAN, and STANLEY. The company serves various markets globally, including North America, Europe, and Asia, and employs approximately 43,500 people. Its current CEO is Mr. Christopher John Nelson.

Bottom Line

Mary Laschinger's purchase of Stanley Black & Decker shares is part of a broader trend of insider buying. Investors closely track such moves as they may provide insight into the company's prospects. While insider transactions can be informative, they are just one piece of the puzzle. It's important to remember that filings like these are backward-looking and might not reflect current positions.