SWK monthly performance report
Explore SWK's monthly returns, drawdown, and seasonality trends — updated every month.
SWK monthly report
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Key takeaways
- Stanley Black & Decker (SWK) closed September 2026 at $89.58, down 7.05% for the month and +12.86% over the trailing 12 months.
- Year-to-date, SWK is +20.60%, outperforming the S&P 500 which has returned +11.70% YTD.
- The stock is trading +8.29% versus its 200-day moving average ($82.72), a bullish technical signal.
- Over the past three years, SWK has underperformed the S&P 500 by −68.79%, with a relative strength index reading of 59.9.
- Win rate over the trailing 39 months stands at 53.8% — 21 positive months versus 18 negative months.
Stanley Black & Decker ended September 2026 at $89.58, posting a monthly return of −7.05%. The S&P 500 returned −0.70% over the same window, leaving relative performance at −6.35%.
The current quarter stands at −4.82% (Q3 2026 (QTD)), while medium-term trend remains constructive: price is +8.29% versus the 200-day moving average ($82.72).
Year-to-date, SWK is +20.60% against SPY +11.70%, a gap of +8.90%. The stock is currently −14.42% below its 52-week high, with maximum 3-year drawdown at −49.28%.
| Period | SWK | S&P 500 (SPY) | Excess return |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Day | +0.52% | −0.12% | +0.64% |
| 1 Week | +0.38% | −0.34% | +0.72% |
| 1 Month | −7.05% | −0.70% | −6.35% |
| 3 Months | +5.86% | +2.80% | +3.06% |
| 6 Months | +27.70% | +13.85% | +13.85% |
| YTD | +20.60% | +11.70% | +8.90% |
| 12 Months | +12.86% | +15.01% | −2.15% |
| 3 Years | +2.91% | +71.69% | −68.79% |
| Rank | Month | Return |
|---|---|---|
| #1 | Jul 2024 | +32.21% |
| #2 | Jun 2026 | +18.51% |
| #3 | Apr 2026 | +9.99% |
| #4 | Feb 2026 | +9.95% |
| #5 | Aug 2025 | +9.82% |
| Rank | Month | Return |
|---|---|---|
| #1 | Apr 2025 | −21.93% |
| #2 | Mar 2026 | −17.84% |
| #3 | Oct 2024 | −15.61% |
| #4 | Sep 2023 | −11.44% |
| #5 | Mar 2025 | −11.15% |
| Quarter | Return |
|---|---|
| Q2 2025 | −11.88% |
| Q3 2025 | +9.71% |
| Q4 2025 | −0.07% |
| Q1 2026 | −4.33% |
| Q2 2026 | +32.45% |
| Q3 2026 (QTD) | −4.82% |
| Year | Return |
|---|---|
| 2023 | +30.59% |
| 2024 | −18.15% |
| 2025 | −7.49% |
| 2026 | +20.60% |
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| 52-Week High | $104.67 (2026-08-11) |
| 52-Week Low | $61.90 (2025-11-19) |
| Current Price | $89.58 |
| 200-Day Moving Average | $82.72 |
| Price vs 200DMA | +8.29% |
| 3-Year Maximum Drawdown | −49.28% (2025-04-08) |
| Current Drawdown from 52W High | −14.42% |
| RS metric | Value |
|---|---|
| RS Index (3-year, rebased to 100) | 59.9 |
| 3-Year Excess Return vs S&P 500 | −68.79% |
| RS Peak | 109.6 (Dec 2023) |
| RS Trough | 47.8 (Nov 2025) |
| Status | Underperforming Benchmark |
Frequently asked questions
What was SWK's return for this report period?
SWK returned −7.05% in the latest monthly window ending 2026-09-18.
Has SWK outperformed SPY year to date?
YTD SWK: +20.60% vs SPY: +11.70%.
What is SWK's 12-month return?
+12.86% over the trailing 12 months.
Is SWK above or below its 200-day moving average?
Price is +8.29% versus 200DMA ($82.72).
What is the maximum drawdown in the 3-year window?
−49.28% on 2025-04-08.