SWKStock and Options Trade Setup — Stanley Black & Decker, Inc.
NYSE · Industrials (Tools & Outdoor Products) · High-liquidity options · Large cap · ~$12B
Stanley Black & Decker is one of the cleanest plays on the U.S. tools cycle inflection. The 2022-2024 destocking cycle compressed tools revenue by 25%+ as channel inventory adjusted from pandemic-era over-shipment. Channel inventory is now lean, and POS trends through 2025-2026 have firmed up as housing turnover begins recovering and DIY consumer demand stabilises. The DEWALT brand is the dominant professional power tool platform in North America with deep contractor loyalty. Operating margins have re-expanded materially as supply chain rationalisation programmes ($1.5B+ cost-out) flow through P&L. The outdoor power equipment segment provides additional growth from electrification trends. Capital allocation has been disciplined with debt paydown then resumed buybacks. Risk profile is moderate, tied to U.S. housing turnover and consumer cyclicals. Options are highly liquid; medium-duration directional setups around tools demand catalysts have been productive.
Score History & Signal Changelog
Preview dataThis page is updated every 72 hours with the latest Scan results. Each data point below represents one complete algorithmic snapshot in time.
Signal Breakdown
Today's Trade Card
Options Profile
Risks & Fundamentals
Every setup carries risk. Here's what could move SWK against you, plus the key stats that frame any position.
- 1.Housing turnover remaining muted, suppressing tools demand recovery
- 2.DIY consumer weakness extending into 2026 if discretionary spending softens
- 3.Cost-out programme savings being competed away through pricing pressure
SWK Options Setup — Frequently Asked Questions
Is SWK a good options trade today?+
Stanley Black & Decker, Inc. (SWK) currently has an Amora Edge Score of 66/100, ranking it top 28% of today's scan. This composite score is built from four sub-signals — EMA cross, RSI zone, relative strength vs SPY, and volume surge — each scored 0–25. The current read is a bullish setup, so the algorithm is positioned bullish (calls / call debit spreads). A score above 65 typically warrants a trade card with stop and target; below that, the setup is on the watchlist but not actionable.
What is SWK's win rate on Stoptions.ai setups?+
SWK's historical win rate on closed Stoptions setups is 62%. Win rate is calculated as the percentage of past SWK trade cards that hit their target price before stopping out. Win rate is most meaningful once a ticker has 10+ closed trades — individual ticker rates can be noisy at smaller samples. Our portfolio-wide win rate across all closed trades is the more stable benchmark.
What strike and expiry does Stoptions.ai suggest for SWK?+
The strike and expiry are shown on the trade card at the top of this page when the setup is active. Stoptions.ai algorithmically selects strikes targeting delta 0.35–0.45 and expirations 30–45 days out, adjusted for current implied volatility rank (IVR). When IVR is high, the system favors call debit spreads to limit vega risk; when IVR is low, single-leg long calls are preferred. The card includes the contract symbol, mid-price entry, stop, and target.
How often is the SWK setup updated?+
Every 72 hours we refresh SWK's Amora Edge Score and trade card. The underlying scan runs daily at 9:00 AM ET (pre-market) and 9:30 AM ET (post-open), so any new signal change is reflected within one trading session. If SWK drops below the entry threshold or the regime shifts (e.g., SPY enters a confirmed bear), the trade card is replaced with a "no setup" notice automatically.
What does the Amora Edge Score measure for SWK?+
The Amora Edge Score is a 0–100 composite of four technical sub-signals applied to SWK: (1) EMA cross — is the 20-day above the 50-day with both trending up? (2) RSI zone — is momentum in the 50–70 sweet spot, or extended/weak? (3) Relative strength vs SPY — is SWK outperforming the market over 20 sessions? (4) Volume surge — is participation above the 20-day average? Each sub-signal contributes 0–25 points. SWK currently scores 66.
How does SWK compare to other Industrials (Tools & Outdoor Products) setups?+
SWK's sector rank and percentile against other Industrials (Tools & Outdoor Products) tickers we track is shown on the /tickers index — sortable by Amora Edge Score, win rate, or sector. For direct comparison, see the "Related Industrials (Tools & Outdoor Products) Options Setups" panel above. When multiple tickers in the same sector are scoring 80+, the algorithm flags the cluster as a sector rotation signal and may upweight position sizing.
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