Why is SWK Down Today?

SWK
$86.53
▼ -2.33% ($-2.01)
Last updated: Oct 01, 2026 3:34 PM ET (688 min ago)

About Stanley Black & Decker, Inc.

Stanley Black & Decker Inc is a manufacturer of hand and power tools. The company operates in two reportable segments namely Tools and Outdoor and Industrial. It generates maximum revenue from the Tools and Outdoor segment. The Tools and Outdoor segment is comprised of the Power Tools Group (PTG), H...

Sector: CUTLERY, HANDTOOLS & GENERAL HARDWARE
Market Cap: $11.40B
Forward P/E: 10.8
52-Week Range: $61.90 - $104.68
Employees: 48,500

Overall Confidence: 50%

50% Confident

Based on news, social sentiment, options activity, and sector analysis

MOMENTUM 50% Confidence
🎯 SWK showing strong bearish momentum
SWK is down 2.3% today on 0.2x average volume. The move appears to be driven by general market sentiment and momentum traders.

✅ Move Confirmation

LOW VOLUME 0.2x average volume

UNCONFIRMED - Low volume suggests this move may not be sustainable.

📍 Sector Context

CUTLERY, HANDTOOLS & GENERAL HARDWARE sector: -0.9%

SWK is outperforming its sector by -1.4%. This suggests a stock-specific catalyst.

Market Comparison

SWK is significantly underperforming the market (-2.5% vs SPY)
S&P 500
SPY
+0.18%
Nasdaq 100
QQQ
+0.31%
SWK
This Stock
-2.33%
vs S&P 500: -2.51%
vs Nasdaq: -2.64%

📊 What Happens Next?

Probability Analysis

45% chance this move continues in the next 1-3 days

Expected Range

Based on historical patterns and options pricing, SWK is expected to trade between:
$83.93 - $88.26

Key Level to Watch

$82.20 support
Watch for breakdown below $86.53

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Last updated: Oct 01, 2026 3:34 PM (688 minutes ago)
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Options Market Insight

Neutral
Options Sentiment
0.86
Put/Call Ratio
57.6%
Implied Volatility
Call Volume: 4,937
Put Volume: 4,264
Total: 9,201
Unusual Activity: $95 PUT (1,020 vol) $95 PUT (1,020 vol)

Historical Context

SWK has moved more than 3.0% down on 16 occasions in the past year.

37.5%
Continuation Rate
6/16 times continued down
+0.57%
Avg Next Day Change
After similar down moves
Last similar move: Sep 08, 2026 (-3.6%) → Next day: -2.3%

Frequently Asked Questions

Why is SWK stock down today?

SWK is down 2.3% today on 0.2x average volume. The move appears to be driven by general market sentiment and momentum traders.

Is SWK stock a buy or sell right now?

Based on current analysis, SWK shows 50% confidence in today's move. Volume is low which does not confirm the trend. View full buy/sell analysis →

What is the SWK stock price target?

SWK is currently trading at $86.53. Based on today's momentum, the expected short-term range is $83.93 - $88.26. See long-term price prediction →

Will SWK stock continue falling?

Our analysis shows a 45% probability that SWK's move continues in the next 1-3 days. Key level to watch: $82.20 (support).

Is SWK stock oversold or overbought?

SWK's RSI (Relative Strength Index) is currently at 42.6. This shows bearish momentum - the stock has negative momentum but isn't oversold yet.

What is the momentum for SWK stock?

SWK's 10-day momentum indicator is at 0.47. Positive momentum - the stock has mild upward pressure supporting the current trend.

Is SWK outperforming or underperforming the market?

SWK (-2.33%) is currently significantly underperforming the market (-2.5% vs SPY). Today, the S&P 500 (SPY) is up 0.18%, and Nasdaq (QQQ) is up 0.31%.

What does MACD indicate for SWK?

SWK's MACD (-1.67) is currently above the signal line (-1.74), indicating a bullish trend. This technical signal suggests buying pressure is dominant. The trend strength (ADX: 22.1) is moderate.

Is SWK in an uptrend or downtrend?

Based on moving average analysis, SWK is in a bearish trend. The price ($86.53) is trading below both the 20-day SMA ($90.64) and 50-day SMA ($95.28). This alignment typically indicates sustained downward pressure.

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