SWK Dividend History & Analysis | 4.6% Yield

SWK has a dividend yield of 4.6% and paid 3.3 USD per share in the last 12M. Complete payout history, full analyses and peer comparison.

Yield 12m 4.63%
Payout Ratio 92.2%
Growth Rate CAGR 5y 2.58%
Consistency Lifetime 75.4%
Yield on Cost 5y 2.22%
Payout FCF 72.8%
Streak Years 30
Dividend Rating 60.17%

Dividends Cash Amount per Share Yearly

This chart shows the yearly cash amount paid as dividends per share. The exact values for each year can be found in the structured dataset with the html-id #yearly_dividend_dataset below.
Dividend Growth Year over Year This chart shows the annual dividend growth rate compared to the previous year.
5 Years Chart with Price and Dividend Yield This chart shows the dividend yield and price over time. Price is displayed as gray area (left axis), yield as dark blue line (right axis), and average yield as orange dashed line.
■ Yield (right) | ■ Price (left) | ┅ Avg Yield
Total Return 12m: 9%
Total Return 5y: -40%

Top Dividend Payers in Industrial Machinery & Supplies & Components

Top 5 Dividend Yields of Peer-Group
Symbol Market Cap USD Dividend Yield TTM Yield on Cost 5y
KSB3 2,216 M 3.41% 12.5%
SIE 236,892 M 2.31% 8.88%
SNA 19,266 M 2.68% 5.43%
FIP 677 M 2.46% 4.38%
NDA 8,347 M 1.94% 5.19%
Top 5 Dividend Growth Rates of Peer-Group
Symbol Market Cap USD Growth Rate Consistency
KRN 5,153 M 157% 83.6%
ATMU 4,976 M 110% 100%
KSB3 2,216 M 58.3% 84.5%
CDRE 1,628 M 47.6% 99.2%
ESAB 7,304 M 36.3% 100%

Quality Dividend Peers in Industrial Machinery & Supplies & Components

KSB3
KSB SE & Co. KGaA
 3.41% Yield
NDSN
Nordson
 1.45% Yield
PH
Parker-Hannifin
 1.15% Yield
AALB
Aalberts Industries
 4.19% Yield
JUN3
Jungheinrich O.N.VZO
 2.31% Yield
LECO
Lincoln Electric
 1.41% Yield

SWK Dividend History: Last 50 Payments (USD) as of February 2026

Ex-Dividend Date Record Date Payment Date Period Dividend per Share Dividend Growth Rate QoQ Payout Yield
2025-12-01 2025-12-01 2025-12-16 Quarterly 0.83 0% 1.19%
2025-09-02 2025-09-02 2025-09-16 Quarterly 0.83 1.2% 1.15%
2025-06-03 2025-06-03 2025-06-17 Quarterly 0.82 0% 1.3%
2025-03-04 2025-03-04 2025-03-18 Quarterly 0.82 0% 1%
2024-11-29 2024-11-29 2024-12-17 Quarterly 0.82 0% 0.91%
2024-09-03 2024-09-03 2024-09-17 Quarterly 0.82 1.2% 0.81%
2024-06-04 2024-06-04 2024-06-18 Quarterly 0.81 0% 0.96%
2024-03-07 2024-03-08 2024-03-19 Quarterly 0.81 0% 0.9%
2023-11-30 2023-12-01 2023-12-19 Quarterly 0.81 0% 0.89%
2023-09-01 2023-09-05 2023-09-19 Quarterly 0.81 1.3% 0.86%
2023-06-02 2023-06-05 2023-06-20 Quarterly 0.8 0% 1.04%
2023-03-06 2023-03-07 2023-03-21 Quarterly 0.8 0% 0.92%
2022-11-30 2022-12-01 2022-12-20 Quarterly 0.8 0% 1%
2022-09-02 2022-09-06 2022-09-20 Quarterly 0.8 1.3% 0.91%
2022-06-06 2022-06-07 2022-06-21 Quarterly 0.79 0% 0.69%
2022-03-07 2022-03-08 2022-03-22 Quarterly 0.79 0% 0.49%
2021-11-30 2021-12-01 2021-12-21 Quarterly 0.79 0% 0.44%
2021-09-03 2021-09-07 2021-09-21 Quarterly 0.79 12.9% 0.41%
2021-06-07 2021-06-08 2021-06-22 Quarterly 0.7 0% 0.33%
2021-03-08 2021-03-09 2021-03-23 Quarterly 0.7 0% 0.38%
2020-11-30 2020-12-01 2020-12-15 Quarterly 0.7 0% N/A
2020-08-31 2020-09-01 2020-09-15 Quarterly 0.7 1.4% N/A
2020-06-01 2020-06-02 2020-06-16 Quarterly 0.69 0% N/A
2020-03-02 2020-03-03 2020-03-17 Quarterly 0.69 0% N/A
2019-11-27 2019-11-29 2019-12-17 Quarterly 0.69 0% N/A
2019-08-30 2019-09-03 2019-09-17 Quarterly 0.69 4.5% N/A
2019-06-03 2019-06-04 2019-06-18 Quarterly 0.66 0% N/A
2019-03-04 2019-03-05 2019-03-19 Quarterly 0.66 0% N/A
2018-11-29 2018-11-30 2018-12-18 Quarterly 0.66 0% N/A
2018-09-06 2018-09-07 2018-09-18 Quarterly 0.66 4.8% N/A
2018-06-05 2018-06-06 2018-06-19 Quarterly 0.63 0% N/A
2018-03-08 2018-03-09 2018-03-20 Quarterly 0.63 0% N/A
2017-11-30 2017-12-01 2017-12-19 Quarterly 0.63 0% N/A
2017-08-30 2017-09-01 2017-09-19 Quarterly 0.63 8.6% N/A
2017-06-05 2017-06-07 2017-06-20 Quarterly 0.58 0% N/A
2017-02-27 2017-03-01 2017-03-21 Quarterly 0.58 0% N/A
2016-11-30 2016-12-02 2016-12-20 Quarterly 0.58 0% N/A
2016-08-31 2016-09-02 2016-09-20 Quarterly 0.58 5.5% N/A
2016-05-27 2016-06-01 2016-06-21 Quarterly 0.55 0% N/A
2016-02-29 2016-03-02 2016-03-22 Quarterly 0.55 0% N/A
2015-12-02 2015-12-04 2015-12-22 Quarterly 0.55 0% N/A
2015-09-02 2015-09-04 2015-09-22 Quarterly 0.55 5.8% N/A
2015-06-01 2015-06-03 2015-06-23 Quarterly 0.52 0% N/A
2015-03-02 2015-03-04 2015-03-24 Quarterly 0.52 0% N/A
2014-12-03 2014-12-05 2014-12-16 Quarterly 0.52 0% N/A
2014-09-03 2014-09-05 2014-09-16 Quarterly 0.52 4% N/A
2014-06-02 2014-06-04 2014-06-17 Quarterly 0.5 0% N/A
2014-03-03 2014-03-05 2014-03-18 Quarterly 0.5 0% N/A
2013-12-04 2013-12-06 2013-12-10 Quarterly 0.5 0% N/A
2013-09-04 2013-09-06 2013-09-17 Quarterly 0.5 0% N/A

SWK Dividend FAQ

Stanley Black & Decker (NYSE:SWK) operates two core segments: Tools & Outdoor, which markets professional-grade power and hand tools, lawn-and-garden equipment, and storage solutions under brands such as DEWALT, CRAFTSMAN, BLACK+DECKER and HUSTLER; and Industrial, which supplies engineered fasteners, rivets, weld studs and related components to automotive, aerospace, construction and electronics manufacturers. Both segments reach customers through a mix of retailers, distributors and direct sales forces.

What is the Dividend Yield of SWK?

As of February 2026, SWK`s dividend yield is 4.63%. This is calculated by dividing the trailing 12-month dividend rate (TTM rate) of 3.30 USD by the current share price of 89.39.

Does SWK pay a dividend?

As of February 2026, SWK paid a dividend of 3.30 USD in the last 12 months. The last dividend was paid on 2025-12-01 and the payout was 0.83 USD.

How often does SWK pay dividends?

SWK pays dividends quarterly. Over the last 12 months, SWK has issued 4 dividend payments. The last dividend payment was made on 2025-12-01.

SWK dividend forecast

Based on historical data, the forecasted dividends per share for SWK for the next 4 payments are between 0.856 (+3.1%) and 0.88 (+6.0%).
This suggests the dividend will remain relatively stable.

Will SWK pay dividends in 2026?

The latest dividend paid per share was 0.83 USD with an Ex-Dividend Date of 2025-12-01. The next Ex-Dividend date for Stanley Black & Decker (SWK) is currently unknown.

What is the next Ex-Dividend Date for SWK?

The next Ex-Dividend date for Stanley Black & Decker (SWK) is currently unknown. We automatically update the next Ex-Dividend date when it is announced.

What is the Dividend Growth of SWK?

SWK's average dividend growth rate over the past 5 years is 2.58% per year.
Strong growth: SWK's Dividend growth is outpacing inflation.

What is the Yield on Cost of SWK?

SWK's 5-Year Yield on Cost is 2.22%. If you bought SWK's shares at 148.87 USD five years ago, your current annual dividend income (3.30 USD per share, trailing 12 months) equals 2.22% of your original purchase price.

What is the Payout Consistency of SWK?

SWK Payout Consistency is 75.4%. The payout consistency is a proprietary measure of how consistently a company has paid dividends over its lifetime and blends growth rate, number of dividend payments, interruptions or lowering dividends into one number.
Moderately consistent: Stanley Black & Decker has a good track record of consistent dividend payments over its lifetime.

Does SWK have a good Dividend Yield?

SWK`s 4.63% Dividend Yield is considered as good. Make sure the dividend is sustainable: Check the Payouts-Ratio over time.

What is the Dividend Payout Ratio of SWK?

The Dividend Payout Ratio of SWK is 92.2%. Very high - REITs and BDCs are required by law to distribute 90% or more of their taxable income as dividends, making high payout ratios standard. Otherwise, proceed with caution.

What is the Dividend Rating of SWK?

SWK`s Overall Dividend Rating is 60.17%. Ratings surpassing 65% are regarded as acceptable, exceeding 75% are favorable and surpassing 85% are strong.

SWK Outstanding Shares Analysis

What is the Trend in SWK's Outstanding Shares?

Stanley Black & Decker's outstanding shares have increased by approximately 0.73% annually over the past 3 years (Trend Reliability: 100.0%).

Neutral: Share count is relatively stable with minor dilution. This has minimal impact on dividend per share calculations.

Has SWK ever had a Stock Split?

Yes, the last stock split was on Jun 4, 1996 with a ratio of 2:1.

This was a forward split: Each share became 2 shares, lowering the price proportionally. The dividend per share was also adjusted downward by the same ratio, so total dividend income remained unchanged.

Year Number of Shares Annual Growth Rate
1985 83,510,000
1986 85,128,000 +1.94%
1987 85,744,000 +0.72%
1988 85,744,000
1989 83,333,300 -2.81%
1990 81,578,900 -2.11%
1991 92,105,300 +12.9%
1992 88,461,500 -3.96%
1993 89,542,000 +1.22%
1994 88,828,000 -0.8%
1995 88,815,000 -0.01%
1996 90,138,000 +1.49%
1997 90,520,000 +0.42%
1998 89,117,600 -1.55%
1999 89,158,000 +0.05%
2000 87,113,000 -2.29%
2001 87,889,000 +0.89%
2002 88,477,900 +0.67%
2003 83,392,000 -5.75%
2004 85,156,000 +2.12%
2005 84,804,000 -0.41%
2006 84,774,000 -0.04%
2007 80,274,000 -5.31%
2008 79,471,000 -1%
2009 99,462,000 +25.16%
2010 171,945,000 +72.88%
2011 168,948,000 -1.74%
2012 164,553,000 -2.6%
2013 159,200,000 -3.25%
2014 160,013,000 +0.51%
2015 150,020,000 -6.25%
2016 149,440,000 -0.39%
2017 153,412,000 +2.66%
2018 147,582,000 -3.8%
2019 151,244,000 +2.48%
2020 159,284,000 +5.32%
2021 165,383,000 +3.83%
2022 146,967,000 -11.14%
2023 149,933,000 +2.02%
2024 151,710,000 +1.19%
2025 152,137,000 +0.28%

Key Metric Definitions

Dividend Yield
Annual dividend per share divided by current share price.
Payout Ratio
Percentage of earnings paid as dividends. Below 60% = safe, above 100% = unsustainable.
Payout FCF
Percentage of Free Cash Flow paid as dividends. More reliable than Payout Ratio since it measures actual cash.
Growth Rate (CAGR)
Compound annual growth rate of dividends over the last 5 years.
Consistency
Reliability of dividend payments over lifetime. Penalizes cuts and pauses.
Yield on Cost
Your effective yield if you bought 5 years ago. Shows dividend growth impact over time.
Streak
Consecutive years of dividend payments. 25+ years = Dividend Aristocrat.
Dividend Rating
Proprietary score (0-100) combining yield, growth, safety and consistency.

Last update: 2026-02-08 02:18