Form 8-K · Current report
Stanley Black & Decker 8-K, filed Nov 4, 2026
- Filed
- CIK
- 0000093556
- Accession no.
- 0000093556-26-000036
Summary
Stanley Black & Decker reported third-quarter 2026 net sales of $3.7 billion, down 1% on a total basis and up 4% organically, with results including a benefit of roughly 430 basis points from net tariff refunds, and raised its full-year 2026 guidance while its board approved a new $1 billion share repurchase authorization. CEO Chris Nelson attributed the quarter's organic growth to brand activation and innovation in the Tools & Outdoor segment, and CFO Patrick Hallinan cited disciplined capital allocation.
Key points
- Third-quarter EPS was $1.83 and adjusted EPS was $2.31, both including a benefit of about $0.67 from net tariff refunds.
- Cash from operating activities was $659 million and free cash flow was $585 million in the quarter.
- The company repurchased roughly 2.5 million shares for about $250 million in the third quarter, fully using its prior $500 million authorization.
- 2026 guidance was raised to GAAP EPS of $5.45 to $5.85 and adjusted EPS of $5.95 to $6.25, with free cash flow now expected at $1.0 billion to $1.2 billion.
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Items reported
- 2.02Results of Operations and Financial Condition
- 7.01Regulation FD Disclosure
- 9.01Financial Statements and Exhibits
From the filing
Item 2.02 Results of Operations and Financial Condition On November 4, 2026, Stanley Black & Decker, Inc. ("the Company") issued a press release announcing third quarter 2026 results. Item 7.01 Regulation FD Disclosure Also, in the press release issued on November 4, 2026, the Company announced that its Board of Directors approved a new share repurchase authorization on October 29, 2026, authorizing the Company to repurchase up to $1 billion of its common stock (the “Share Repurchase Authorization”) and terminated its prior share repurchase authorization. The Share Repurchase Authorization will expire 36 months from the date of approval. …
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