Stanley Black & Decker, Inc. (SWK) Valuation
Historical valuation analysis based on 1279 data points (2021-09-14 to 2026-10-16)
Stanley Black & Decker Inc offers hand tools, power tools, outdoor products, engineered fastening solutions, and related accessories. The company operates in two reportable business segments: Tools...
Stanley Black & Decker, Inc. (SWK) currently trades at a P/E ratio of 22.51 (historical range: 7.87–40.91, median: 18.05), placing it at the 62th percentile — above its historical average, P/S ratio of 0.92 (range: 0.55–1.89, 70th percentile — above its historical average), EV/EBITDA of 14.25 (range: 11.56–72.82, 16th percentile).
Over the historical period (2021-09-14 to 2026-10-16), Stanley Black & Decker, Inc.'s P/E ratio has expanded by 97% over the observed period (from an average of 14.4 to 28.4).
Stanley Black & Decker, Inc. trades near its historical valuation range, with most metrics close to their median levels.
Historical Valuation Metrics
| Metric | Current | Median | %ile | Assessment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| P/E Ratio | 22.51 | 18.05 | 62th | above its historical average |
| P/S Ratio | 0.92 | 0.85 | 70th | above its historical average |
| EV/EBITDA | 14.25 | 20.32 | 16th | cheap relative to its history |
| FCF Yield | 9.23% | 5.44% | 95th | cheap relative to its history |
Stanley Black & Decker, Inc. (SWK) Valuation & P/E History
Stanley Black & Decker, Inc. (SWK) is a US-listed stock operating in the Industrials sector, specifically the Cutlery, Handtools & General Hardware industry currently trading at $92.48 with a market capitalization of $14.0 billion. This page provides historical valuation analysis for SWK based on 1279 data points covering 2021-09-14 to 2026-10-16. The P/E ratio of 22.51 is above the historical median of 18.05, placing SWK at the 62th percentile of its valuation range. The P/S ratio of 0.92 compares to a median of 0.85.
SWK Valuation Metrics & Historical Range
The valuation table above shows Stanley Black & Decker, Inc.'s current and historical valuation multiples, including P/E ratio, P/S ratio, EV/EBITDA, FCF yield, and dividend yield. Each metric is compared to its own historical range to determine whether SWK is currently trading above or below its typical valuation levels.
- P/E ratio: Price-to-earnings measures how much investors pay per dollar of earnings. A P/E above the historical median suggests SWK is expensively valued; below the median suggests it is cheap.
- P/S ratio: Price-to-sales is useful for companies with volatile or negative earnings. Lower P/S relative to history may indicate value.
- EV/EBITDA: Enterprise value to EBITDA adjusts for debt and cash, providing a capital-structure-neutral valuation measure for Stanley Black & Decker, Inc..
- FCF yield: Free cash flow yield shows the cash return relative to market price. Higher yields may indicate undervaluation.
Is SWK Overvalued or Undervalued?
Stanley Black & Decker, Inc. trades near its historical valuation range, with most metrics close to their median levels. The overall valuation percentile of 49 combines P/E, P/S, and EV/EBITDA percentiles into a single measure of how expensive SWK is relative to its own history. A percentile below 25 suggests the stock may be undervalued, while a percentile above 75 suggests it may be overvalued.
However, valuation is only one factor in investment decisions. A stock can remain "overvalued" for years if growth accelerates, or "undervalued" if the business deteriorates. Always combine valuation analysis with financial statement analysis and the full SWK analysis page for a complete picture.
Valuation data is computed from historical price and fundamental data via Polygon.io and Finnhub.SWK trades on NYSE/NASDAQ. This page is for informational purposes only and is not financial advice.