PresentationAll right. Thank you, everybody. Chris Snyder, a U.S. multi-industry analyst. Super excited to have Stanley Black & Decker up here with me. We have CFO, Pat Hallinan; [ Chris Cappella ], Director of IR; and then Michael Worley, Vice President of IR, who just joined the company, and will be replacing Dennis Lange, who many of you know, who is moving now into a strategy role with Stanley Black & Decker.Patrick HallinanExecutive VP & CFO Yes. Thanks, Chris. Good to be here, and thank you for attend ...

Group 1 - The company is undergoing a leadership transition with Chris Nelson stepping into the CEO role and Don Allan moving to Executive Chair [2] - The focus for value creation is on completing the transformation, mitigating tariffs to achieve margins above 35%, and pivoting towards growth through targeted innovation and brand activation [2] - Despite challenges in the macro and political environment, the company remains confident in achieving the targets set a year ago [3]

Summary of Stanley Black & Decker FY Conference Call Company Overview - **Company**: Stanley Black & Decker (NYSE: SWK) - **Date of Conference**: September 11, 2025 Key Points Leadership Changes - Chris Nelson will transition from COO to CEO in October, while Don Allan will become Executive Chair [2] - The company emphasizes a strong organic growth strategy and transformation focus [2][3] Brand Strategy - The company is prioritizing investments in three key brands: DEWALT®, STANLEY®, and CRAFTSMAN®, which collectively account for over 75% of revenue [4][5][11] - This strategy aims to enhance brand resonance with end users and improve productivity and safety [4][5] Brand Performance - DEWALT® has shown strong growth, while STANLEY® and CRAFTSMAN® are expected to improve with focused investments [6][8] - CRAFTSMAN® is being retooled to better target DIY consumers [7][8] Innovation and Workforce - The company is focusing on product innovation in carpentry, concrete, plumbing, and electrical categories [9][10] - Over 400 customer-facing employees have been added to support sales and field service [9][10] Market Dynamics - The company aims to outgrow the market by 2% to 3% above real GDP growth, targeting a growth rate of 4% to 6% [14][15] - The competitive landscape includes several players, with the company and TTI brands each holding about 12% market share [15][16] Financial Performance - Gross margins are recovering, with a target of reaching 35% in the future, although tariffs have delayed this by about 12 months [18][20] - The company anticipates achieving around 31% gross margin for the full year 2025, with plans for further improvements through price increases and tariff mitigation [20][21] Tariff Impact - Tariffs have introduced approximately $800 million in annualized costs, which the company plans to mitigate through pricing strategies and supply chain adjustments [20][21][32] - The company is working to optimize its supply chain to reduce reliance on China and enhance USMCA compliance [30][36] Market Conditions - The pro market remains resilient, while the consumer market is under pressure, with fluctuations in point-of-sale (POS) performance [22][23] - The company expects that certainty in tariffs and interest rates could positively impact market conditions [23][24] Future Outlook - The company is preparing for a potentially volatile macroeconomic environment in 2026, focusing on maintaining gross margins and cash flow [38][39] - Plans for divestiture of certain assets, particularly in the fastener business, are ongoing, with expectations to monetize these assets in late 2025 or early 2026 [40][41] Strategic Considerations - The company is committed to maximizing shareholder value and is evaluating its portfolio composition to ensure alignment with growth strategies [41][42] Additional Insights - The company is focused on maintaining pricing discipline while competing on innovation and product support [15][29] - There is a recognition of the need for multi-nodal manufacturing capabilities to adapt to changing global trade dynamics [36][37]

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Key Takeaways SWK's cost-reduction program has delivered $1.8B in savings and over $2B in inventory cuts.Acquisitions of MTD Holdings and Excel Industries expanded SWK's outdoor power equipment portfolio.SWK paid $248.5M in dividends in H1 2025 and raised its quarterly payout to $0.83 per share.Stanley Black & Decker, Inc. (SWK) is benefiting from its multi-year global cost-reduction program, aimed at resizing the organization, lowering inventory levels and optimizing the supply chain to strengthen profitab ...

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Group 1 - Coca-Cola is identified as a leading Dividend King, having increased its dividend for 63 consecutive years, with a current dividend yield of 2.9%, which is higher than the average yield of consumer staples stocks [4][9] - The company has a strong market presence with 30 brands worth at least $1 billion and products sold in over 200 countries, yet it sees significant growth potential in developing and emerging markets where it holds only a 7% market share [6][7] - Coca-Cola reported $12.5 billion in revenue for the second quarter, a 1% increase year-over-year, with earnings per share rising 58% to $0.88, despite facing an 11-point currency headwind [7] Group 2 - The stock has appreciated by 12% in 2025 and 37% over the last five years, with a consistent dividend growth of more than 24% during the same period, making it an attractive investment despite lower stock returns compared to tech stocks [8][9] - Coca-Cola's gross margin improved to 62.4%, up 133 basis points from the previous year, indicating effective cost management in the face of rising commodity prices [12] - The company is positioned well to manage tariff impacts on commodity costs, which are more controllable compared to other companies facing higher import costs [11][12] Group 3 - Coca-Cola is viewed as a reliable investment choice in a tariff-centric environment, with a strong historical performance in dividend payouts and a solid market position [11][13] - The company is expected to continue its growth trajectory, leveraging its dominant market position and the potential for expansion in emerging markets [7][13]

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Group 1 - The article discusses the performance of Stanley Black & Decker (NYSE: SWK), noting a 17% decline since a bullish article was published in February 2024, despite a peak price of around $105 in October 2024 [1] - The author emphasizes a long-term investment strategy focused on dividend and value stocks, which has garnered a near 5-star rating on Tipranks.com and over 9,000 followers on Seeking Alpha [1] - The author holds a beneficial long position in SWK shares through various means, indicating a personal investment in the company [1]