Stanley Black & Decker (NYSE: SWK) is a global tools and industrial company operating through two segments: Tools & Outdoor and Engineered Fastening. The Tools & Outdoor segment designs, manufactures, and markets power tools, hand tools, storage solutions, digital jobsite products, and outdoor and lifestyle products for professional tradespeople, builders, and consumers. The Engineered Fastening segment produces engineered fastening products and systems for automotive, industrial, and other applications. The company operates manufacturing facilities worldwide and employs approximately 41,000 people. Its portfolio of brands includes DEWALT, CRAFTSMAN, STANLEY, BLACK+DECKER, and Cub Cadet. The company recently completed the divestiture of its Consolidated Aerospace Manufacturing (CAM) business and is transitioning its gas walk-behind outdoor product lines to a licensing model as part of a strategic portfolio simplification effort. Updated
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