Stanley Black & Decker Surges to 250th in Trading Volume with $510 Million Turnover

On May 12, 2025, Stanley Black & Decker, Inc. (SWK) saw a significant surge in trading volume, with a turnover of $510 million, marking an 183.53% increase from the previous day. This substantial rise placed SWK at the 250th position in terms of trading volume for the day. The stock price of SWK increased by 15.73%, marking the third consecutive day of gains, with a total increase of 23.08% over the past three days.

Analysts have provided a mixed outlook for SWK, with one buy rating, seven hold ratings, and one sell rating in the current month. The average analyst price target for SWK over the past three months stands at $77.00. Despite the recent surge, SWK's stock price has decreased by 19.20% over the past 52 weeks, indicating a higher volatility compared to the broader market, with a beta of 1.19.

Earnings for Stanley Black & Decker are projected to grow by 21.90% in the coming year, rising from $5.16 to $6.29 per share. This growth expectation is a positive indicator for investors, suggesting that the company's financial performance is likely to improve in the near future. Additionally, on May 1, Baird analyst Timothy Wojs maintained a "Neutral" rating on SWK while raising the price target from $60 to $65, reflecting a cautious yet optimistic view of the stock's potential.