Stanley Black & Decker (NYSE: SWK) provided its 2022 outlook in the first quarter last year and then cut its guidance in the second and third quarters. There were a host of issues, including slowing consumer demand, inflation, supply chain disruptions, high inventory levels, and a balance sheet heavy on leverage (after a recent acquisition). Another tough year for Stanley Black & Decker The bigger problem is that none of the company's efforts are quick fixes.