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Stanley Black & Decker, Inc. (SWK) Debt to Equity Ratio: 0.65

Is Stanley Black & Decker, Inc.’s debt to equity ratio high or low?

Stanley Black & Decker, Inc.'s debt to equity ratio of 0.65 is in line with its 4-year average of 0.72, around the middle of its 4-year range (0.58–0.81).

As of Sunday, June 14, 2026.

SWK Debt to Equity Ratio Chart

SWK Debt to Equity Ratio
0.65-14.47% 1Y
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SWK Average Debt to Equity Ratio Chart

SWK Current vs Average Debt to Equity Ratio Chart

SWK Debt to Equity Ratio Metrics

DEBT TO EQUITY RATIO

0.65

DEBT TO EQUITY RATIO AVG TTM

N/A

DEBT TO EQUITY RATIO AVG 3Y

0.74

DEBT TO EQUITY RATIO AVG 5Y

0.72

DEBT TO EQUITY RATIO AVG 10Y

0.60

DEBT TO EQUITY RATIO AVG 15Y

0.59

DEBT TO EQUITY RATIO AVG 20Y

0.62

CURRENT VS TTM AVG

N/A

CURRENT VS 3Y AVG

-12.16%

CURRENT VS 5Y AVG

-9.22%

CURRENT VS 10Y AVG

+9.06%

CURRENT VS 15Y AVG

+10.05%

CURRENT VS 20Y AVG

+5.52%

SWK Competitors' Debt to Equity Ratio

NAMEMARKET CAPDEBT TO EQUITY RATIOTTM3Y5Y
Stanley Black & Decker, Inc. (SWK)$13.00B0.65N/A0.740.72
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Generac Holdings Inc. (GNRC)vs ›$15.44B0.510.550.640.65
Planet Labs PBC (PL)vs ›$10.37B2.451.250.650.69
Gartner, Inc. (IT)vs ›$9.92B11.316.727.957.20
Lennox International Inc. (LII)vs ›$17.82B1.771.762.962.96
AGCO Corporation (AGCO)vs ›$8.15B0.630.690.530.53

Financial Health

Debt/Equity

0.65

Current Ratio

1.14

Stanley Black & Decker, Inc. Debt to Equity Ratio Formula & Definition

Debt to Equity measures financial leverage by comparing total debt to shareholders' equity.

Expanded definitions: Investopedia, Wikipedia, Corporate Finance Institute

Stanley Black & Decker, Inc. Debt to Equity Ratio FAQ

What is the debt to equity ratio for Stanley Black & Decker, Inc. (SWK)?
The debt to equity ratio for SWK stock is 0.65.
Is Stanley Black & Decker, Inc.'s debt to equity ratio high or low?
Stanley Black & Decker, Inc.'s debt to equity ratio of 0.65 is in line with its 4-year average of 0.72, around the middle of its 4-year range (0.58–0.81).
What is the 3Y average debt to equity ratio for Stanley Black & Decker, Inc. (SWK)?
The 3Y average debt to equity ratio for SWK stock is 0.74.
What is the 5Y average debt to equity ratio for Stanley Black & Decker, Inc. (SWK)?
The 5Y average debt to equity ratio for SWK stock is 0.72.
What is the 10Y average debt to equity ratio for Stanley Black & Decker, Inc. (SWK)?
The 10Y average debt to equity ratio for SWK stock is 0.60.
What is the 15Y average debt to equity ratio for Stanley Black & Decker, Inc. (SWK)?
The 15Y average debt to equity ratio for SWK stock is 0.59.
What is the 20Y average debt to equity ratio for Stanley Black & Decker, Inc. (SWK)?
The 20Y average debt to equity ratio for SWK stock is 0.62.

Stanley Black & Decker, Inc. Debt to Equity Ratio History

DATEDEBT TO EQUITY RATIO
2026-01-030.65
2024-12-280.76
2023-12-310.81
2022-12-310.78
2021-12-310.58
2020-12-310.39
2019-12-310.40
2018-12-310.53
2017-12-310.46
2016-12-310.60
2015-12-310.66
2014-12-310.60
2013-12-310.62
2012-12-310.53
2011-12-310.49
2010-12-310.49
2009-12-310.49
2008-12-310.97
2007-12-310.87
2006-12-310.64
2005-12-310.74
2004-12-310.48
2003-12-310.81
2002-12-310.73
2001-12-310.59
2000-12-310.63
1999-12-310.61
1998-12-310.85
1997-12-310.68
1996-12-310.46

About Stanley Black & Decker, Inc.

Stanley Black & Decker, Inc. (SWK) is a global enterprise primarily engaged in two core business segments: Tools & Storage and Industrial operations. Its geographical footprint extends across the United States, Canada, the wider Americas region, France, the rest of Europe, and Asia. The Tools & Storage segment provides a comprehensive array of products catering to both professional and consumer markets. For professionals, offerings include high-grade corded and cordless electric power tools, essential equipment, pneumatic tools, and fastening solutions. Consumers can access corded and cordless electric power tools, notably under the BLACK+DECKER brand, alongside lawn and garden equipment, related accessories, various home products, hand tools, power tool accessories, and storage units. This division distributes its merchandise through a diverse network comprising retailers, distributors, and dealers, supplemented by a direct sales force. Its customer base spans professional end-users, distributors, dealers, retail consumers, and various industrial clients. The company's Industrial segment delivers specialized engineered fastening systems and related products to key sectors such as automotive, manufacturing, electronics, construction, and aerospace. It also specializes in the sale and rental of custom equipment for pipe handling, joint welding, and coating used in pipeline construction, while simultaneously offering pipeline inspection services. Furthermore, this segment supplies hydraulic tools and high-performance heavy equipment attachments. Clients for this segment primarily include the oil and natural gas pipeline industry, alongside other industrial customers. Additionally, Stanley Black & Decker markets automatic door solutions to commercial enterprises. Founded in 1843, the company initially operated as The Stanley Works before adopting its current name, Stanley Black & Decker, Inc., in March 2010. Its corporate headquarters are located in New Britain, Connecticut.

New Britain, CT
48,000 employees
Industrials / Manufacturing - Tools & Accessories
Sector
Industrials
Industry
Manufacturing - Tools & Accessories
CEO
Christopher John Nelson