Stanley Black & Decker Fights Tariff Turbulence With Bold Supply Chain Shifts!

Stanley Black & Decker has reported its financial results for the first quarter of 2025, presenting a mixed set of outcomes influenced by various operational and market dynamics. The company has emphasized its ongoing transformation and strategic goals while navigating a complex trade environment characterized by tariff impacts and evolving global supply chain demands. Positively, Stanley Black & Decker reported a solid start to the year, with organic revenue growth rising by 1% year-over-year, driven largely by its outdoor segment and the continuing success of its DEWALT brand among professional users. The DEWALT brand has seen mid-single digit revenue growth, marking its eighth consecutive quarter of growth. This organic growth contributed to total revenues of $3.7 billion for the quarter, aligning with the company’s expectations. Adjusted gross margin improved by 140 basis points compared to the prior year, driven by supply chain efficiencies and a positive product mix. Adjusted EBITDA margin also increased by 80 basis points, reaching close to 10%.