Lincoln Electric [LECO] vs Stanley Black [SWK] Detailed Stock Comparison
Lincoln Electric
NASDAQ
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Stanley Black
NYSE
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TLDR: Quick Comparison Summary
Based on 20 vital metrics comparison: Lincoln Electric wins in 8 metrics, Stanley Black wins in 12 metrics, with 0 ties. Stanley Black appears stronger overall.
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Vital Metrics Comparison
| Metric | Lincoln Electric | Stanley Black | Better |
|---|---|---|---|
| P/E Ratio (TTM) | 26.88 | 21.50 | Stanley Black |
| Price-to-Book Ratio | 9.58 | 1.16 | Stanley Black |
| Debt-to-Equity Ratio | 94.93 | 78.82 | Stanley Black |
| PEG Ratio | 25.69 | 12.37 | Stanley Black |
| EV/EBITDA | 18.07 | 11.95 | Stanley Black |
| Profit Margin (TTM) | 12.27% | 3.16% | Lincoln Electric |
| Operating Margin (TTM) | 16.67% | 5.16% | Lincoln Electric |
| EBITDA Margin (TTM) | 16.67% | 5.16% | Lincoln Electric |
| Return on Equity | 37.35% | 5.38% | Lincoln Electric |
| Return on Assets (TTM) | 12.23% | 2.64% | Lincoln Electric |
| Free Cash Flow (TTM) | $482.37M | $753.00M | Stanley Black |
| Dividend Yield | 1.63% | 3.81% | Stanley Black |
| 1-Year Return | 26.27% | -26.85% | Lincoln Electric |
| Price-to-Sales Ratio (TTM) | 3.22 | 0.69 | Stanley Black |
| Enterprise Value | $14.33B | $17.35B | Stanley Black |
| EV/Revenue Ratio | 3.50 | 1.14 | Stanley Black |
| Gross Profit Margin (TTM) | 37.25% | 27.03% | Lincoln Electric |
| Revenue per Share (TTM) | $73 | $100 | Stanley Black |
| Earnings per Share (Diluted) | $8.91 | $3.16 | Lincoln Electric |
| Beta (Stock Volatility) | 1.22 | 1.15 | Stanley Black |
Performance
Key Stats
Valuation
Financials
Short Interest
Dividends
Lincoln Electric vs Stanley Black Stock Performance Analysis
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Performance Comparison
Short-term Returns
| Stock | 1D | 1W | 1M | 3M | 6M | YTD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lincoln Electric | -0.76% | -0.69% | 9.18% | 27.92% | 24.08% | 29.59% |
| Stanley Black | 0.84% | 3.49% | -3.31% | 12.08% | -19.17% | -13.22% |
Long-term Returns
| Stock | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | 10Y | 15Y | 20Y |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lincoln Electric | 26.27% | 62.57% | 145.76% | 285.93% | 816.11% | 1,200.76% |
| Stanley Black | -26.85% | -30.58% | -56.34% | -34.24% | 26.20% | 47.49% |
Performance & Financial Health Analysis: Lincoln Electric vs Stanley Black
| Metric | LECO | SWK |
|---|---|---|
| Market Information | ||
| Market Cap | $13.22B | $10.52B |
| Market Cap Category | Large cap | Large cap |
| 10 Day Avg. Volume | 434,221 | 2,697,340 |
| 90 Day Avg. Volume | 404,974 | 2,199,923 |
| Last Close | $239.47 | $69.32 |
| 52 Week Range | $161.11 - $246.83 | $53.91 - $110.88 |
| % from 52W High | -2.98% | -37.48% |
| All-Time High | $261.13 (Mar 18, 2024) | $225.00 (May 10, 2021) |
| % from All-Time High | -8.29% | -69.19% |
| Growth Metrics | ||
| Quarterly Revenue Growth | 0.07% | -0.02% |
| Quarterly Earnings Growth | 0.41% | -0.02% |
| Financial Health | ||
| Profit Margin (TTM) | 0.12% | 0.03% |
| Operating Margin (TTM) | 0.17% | 0.05% |
| Return on Equity (TTM) | 0.37% | 0.05% |
| Debt to Equity (MRQ) | 94.93 | 78.82 |
| Cash & Liquidity | ||
| Book Value per Share (MRQ) | $25.00 | $58.56 |
| Cash per Share (MRQ) | $5.43 | $2.01 |
| Operating Cash Flow (TTM) | $624.52M | $759.20M |
| Levered Free Cash Flow (TTM) | $450.80M | $833.29M |
| Dividends | ||
| Last 12-Month Dividend Yield | 1.63% | 3.81% |
| Last 12-Month Dividend | $3.71 | $2.46 |
Valuation & Enterprise Metrics Analysis: Lincoln Electric vs Stanley Black
| Metric | LECO | SWK |
|---|---|---|
| Price Ratios | ||
| P/E Ratio (TTM) | 26.88 | 21.50 |
| Forward P/E | 25.69 | 12.37 |
| PEG Ratio | 25.69 | 12.37 |
| Price to Sales (TTM) | 3.22 | 0.69 |
| Price to Book (MRQ) | 9.58 | 1.16 |
| Market Capitalization | ||
| Market Capitalization | $13.22B | $10.52B |
| Enterprise Value | $14.33B | $17.35B |
| Enterprise Value Metrics | ||
| Enterprise to Revenue | 3.50 | 1.14 |
| Enterprise to EBITDA | 18.07 | 11.95 |
| Risk & Other Metrics | ||
| Beta | 1.22 | 1.15 |
| Book Value per Share (MRQ) | $25.00 | $58.56 |
Financial Statements Comparison: Lincoln Electric vs Stanley Black
Financial Metrics
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Revenue
EBITDA
Operating Margin
Free Cash Flow
Long Term Debt
Profit Margin
Current Ratio
Operating Cash Flow
Income Statement (MRQ)
| Metric (MRQ) | LECO | SWK |
|---|---|---|
| Revenue/Sales | $1.00B | $3.74B |
| Cost of Goods Sold | $638.94M | $2.62B |
| Gross Profit | $365.45M | $1.12B |
| Research & Development | N/A | N/A |
| Operating Income (EBIT) | $168.78M | $253.80M |
| EBITDA | $193.01M | $383.90M |
| Pre-Tax Income | $153.24M | $127.60M |
| Income Tax | $34.75M | $37.20M |
| Net Income (Profit) | $118.49M | $90.40M |
Balance Sheet & Liquidity Metrics (MRQ)
| Metric (MRQ) | LECO | SWK |
|---|---|---|
| Cash & Equivalents | $394.71M | $344.80M |
| Total Current Assets | $1.73B | $7.01B |
| Total Current Liabilities | $969.85M | $6.35B |
| Long-Term Debt | $1.15B | $4.76B |
| Total Shareholders Equity | $1.34B | $8.84B |
| Retained Earnings | $4.07B | $8.31B |
| Property, Plant & Equipment | N/A | N/A |
Cash Flow Statement Comparison (MRQ)
| Metric (MRQ) | LECO | SWK |
|---|---|---|
| Operating Cash Flow | $185.69M | $-420.30M |
| Capital Expenditures | $4.65M | N/A |
| Free Cash Flow | $158.74M | $-485.00M |
| Debt Repayment | $-169,000 | $-500.00M |
| Common Stock Repurchase | $-106.69M | $-11.70M |
Short Interest & Institutional Ownership Analysis
| Metric | LECO | SWK |
|---|---|---|
| Shares Short | 920,984 | 6.61M |
| Short Ratio | 2.16 | 3.13 |
| Short % of Float | 0.02% | 0.06% |
| Average Daily Volume (10 Day) | 434,221 | 2,697,340 |
| Average Daily Volume (90 Day) | 404,974 | 2,199,923 |
| Shares Outstanding | 56.21M | 154.37M |
| Float Shares | 54.03M | 154.35M |
| % Held by Insiders | 0.02% | 0.00% |
| % Held by Institutions | 0.82% | 0.98% |
Dividend Analysis & Yield Comparison: Lincoln Electric vs Stanley Black
| Metric | LECO | SWK |
|---|---|---|
| Last 12-Month Dividend | $3.71 | $2.46 |
| Last 12-Month Dividend Yield | 1.63% | 3.81% |
| 3-Year Avg Annual Dividend | $2.99 | $2.70 |
| 3-Year Avg Dividend Yield | 0.37% | 0.93% |
| 3-Year Total Dividends | $8.96 | $8.09 |
| Ex-Dividend Date | Sep 30, 2025 | Mar 04, 2025 |