April 4, 2025

Ron Finklestien

“Stanley Black & Decker: A Leading SAFE Dividend Stock Offering 5.1% Yield (SWK)”

Stanley Black & Decker Secures Spot on S.A.F.E. 25 Dividend List

Stanley Black & Decker Inc (Symbol: SWK) has earned a distinguished place in the Dividend Channel’s “S.A.F.E. 25” list. This recognition highlights the company’s remarkable stock features, including a strong 5.1% yield and a commendable history of two decades of uninterrupted dividend growth. These assessments are based on the latest ”DividendRank” report.

As reported by ETF Channel, Stanley Black & Decker Inc is a key player in the iShares S&P 1500 Index ETF (ITOT) and comprises 0.54% of the SPDR S&P Dividend ETF (SDY), which holds SWK shares valued at $108,038,419.

Criteria for Inclusion in the S.A.F.E. 25 List

Stanley Black & Decker Inc’s recognition on the “S.A.F.E. 25” list is due to several noteworthy characteristics:

  • S. Solid return—generating a strong yield with robust DividendRank statistics;
  • A. Accelerating amounts—consistent increases in dividend payouts;
  • F. Flawless history—never having missed or reduced a dividend;
  • E. Enduring—maintaining a dividend payment track record of at least 20 years.

Latest Dividend Information

Stanley Black & Decker Inc currently pays an annualized dividend of $3.28 per share, distributed quarterly. The most recent dividend ex-date was on March 4, 2025. Below, we include a long-term dividend history chart for SWK, a crucial aspect highlighted in the report.

SWK Dividend History Chart

Industry Context

Stanley Black & Decker Inc operates within the Industrial Machinery & Equipment sector, alongside notable companies such as Deere & Co. (DE) and Lam Research Corp (LRCX).

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The views and opinions expressed herein are solely those of the author and do not reflect the views of Nasdaq, Inc.


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