STANLEY BLACK & DECKER, INC.

Current report

Changes in governmental policy regarding international trade, including import and export regulation, sanctions, and international trade agreements, have negatively impacted the Company’s business. Beginning in 2025, the U.S. government announced a series of new tariffs on imported goods into the U.S., which prompted retaliatory actions from some of its trading partners, and in response, the Company introduced strategies to mitigate the impacts of these changes on its results of operations, including price increases and supply chain adjustments. While certain of these tariffs have been suspended, modified or invalidated, such as the invalidation of tariffs previously imposed under the International Emergency Economic Power Act (“IEEPA”) by the U.S. Supreme Court, the trade policy environment continues to evolve. The Company continues to monitor the current tariff landscape, however, there is no assurance that the Company will be able to mitigate the full impact of all such tariffs, retaliatory actions or other changes in trade policies that have or may develop. In addition, there may be ongoing uncertainty regarding the availability, timing and administration of any refund or review processes associated with tariffs that have been invalidated or otherwise modified, and there can be no assurance that the Company will be able to obtain refunds or that any refunds will be available to it in amounts or within timeframes that would meaningfully offset the impact of tariffs on the Company’s business. Furthermore, the overall impact and timing of any refunds, which if received may be subject to taxes and other adjustments or further legal, regulatory, or administration developments, remain highly uncertain.

Current report

Moreover, decisions made as part of the Company’s tariff mitigation strategy concerning the rationalization, restructuring or relocation of facilities, production or component sources and any similar actions could also subject the Company to additional or new tariffs or trade regulations and interpretations of those regulations, reputational risks, and other issues relating to the importation of products. For example, in 2025 the Company began shifting production of certain power tools to Mexico. As a result, these products became subject to additional tariffs on imports from Mexico in 2025. Even though the Company is taking actions to qualify for an exemption under the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement to mitigate the additional tariff costs, there is no guarantee that the Company will be able to obtain such qualification.

Current report

Other Risks

Current report

The Company’s share repurchase program may not be fully consummated and could impact the price of the Company’s common stock and anticipated enhancements to long-term shareholder value may not be realized.

Current report

Although the Company has adopted a share repurchase program, it is not obligated to repurchase a specified number or dollar value of shares under this share repurchase program or at all, and the program may be suspended or terminated at any time at the Company’s discretion and without prior notice. The timing and amount of repurchases, if any, will depend on factors such as the Company’s historical and expected business performance, its cash and liquidity positions and priorities, the price of its common stock, economic and market conditions, and corporate and regulatory requirements. The Company’s share repurchase program could also affect the price of its common stock and increase trading volatility. There is no guarantee that the share repurchase program, even if fully implemented, will enhance shareholder value. Any failure to fully implement the share repurchase program may negatively impact the Company’s reputation, investor confidence, and the price of the Company’s common stock.

Previous report

The Company imports large quantities of finished goods, component parts and raw materials. Lead times for these items vary significantly and may be further impacted by global shortages of critical components. Global trade and supply chain constraints in the wake of geopolitical tensions and conflicts have adversely impacted, and could adversely impact again, the availability, pricing and lead times for products, component parts and raw materials and thus negatively impact the Company’s results of operations. Specifically, the Company sources materials from South Korea, China and Taiwan, and any future tensions or conflicts in such regions could cause material disruptions in the Company's supply chain which could, in turn, cause product shortages, delays in delivery and/or increases in the Company's cost incurred to produce and deliver products to its customers. Other potential consequences arising from the further escalation of conflicts and global geopolitical tensions cannot be predicted. Generally, raw materials and components are available from several different suppliers, however, for certain products, such as components requiring rare earth minerals sourced from China, the Company may rely on one or very few suppliers or suppliers concentrated in certain regions. For example, in April 2025, China restricted export of certain rare earth minerals and may in the future continue to restrict, expand restrictions, or stop exporting these or other materials. Any such restrictions or delays on the export of rare earth minerals from China may cause increased costs and/or production disruptions which could materially and adversely impact the Company’s results of operations, cash flow and financial condition.

Previous report

In addition, the Company’s ability to import these items in a timely and cost-effective manner may be affected by conditions at ports or issues that otherwise affect transportation and warehousing providers, such as fluctuations in freight costs, port and shipping capacity, labor disputes and shortages, severe weather, or increased homeland security requirements in the U.S. and other countries. These issues have delayed, and could delay in the future, importation of products or require the Company to locate alternative ports or warehousing providers to avoid disruption to customers. These alternatives may not be available on short notice or could result in higher transit costs, which could have an adverse impact on the Company’s business, results of operations, and financial condition.

Previous report

The Company also relies on its ability to maintain inventory levels appropriate to meet consumer and customer demand. The Company is focused on optimizing inventory levels via improved supply chain conditions and strategic inventory management. Any failure to optimize inventory levels or otherwise maintain appropriate inventory levels to meet consumer and customer demand, may expose the Company to risks of excess inventory and less marketable or obsolete inventory and could require the Company to sell excess or obsolete inventory at a discount, which could result in inventory write-offs that would negatively impact the Company’s results of operations.

Previous report

The Company also relies on its suppliers to provide high quality products and to comply with applicable laws. The Company’s ability to find qualified suppliers who meet its standards, and supply products in a timely, cost-effective and efficient manner is a significant challenge with the increasing demand from customers, especially with respect to goods sourced from non-U.S. suppliers. A supplier’s failure to meet the Company’s standards, provide products in a timely, cost-effective and efficient manner, or comply with applicable laws is beyond the Company’s control. These issues could have a material negative impact on the Company's business and profitability. Poor quality or an insecure supply chain may also adversely affect the reliability and reputation of the Company.

Previous report — wording carried elsewhere

The Company’s business is subject to risks associated with sourcing, manufacturing and maintaining appropriate inventory levels.

Previous report — wording carried elsewhere

Changes in governmental policy regarding international trade, including import and export regulation, sanctions, and international trade agreements, have negatively impacted the Company’s business. Similar U.S. actions involving China, Mexico or other countries, and any corresponding retaliatory efforts, could be adopted or modified with little or no advanced notice, result in disruption to the Company's supply chain and an increase in supply chain costs that the Company may not be able to accurately assess and offset, which could in turn require the Company to increase its prices and, in the event customer demand declines as a result, adversely impact the Company’s results of operations.