February 9, 2012

Stanley, Black & Decker in Deal

The Wall Street Journal (WSJ) reported that Stanley will acquire Black & Decker in a deal worth $4.5 billion deal:

…Stanley is the smaller company, based on sales and employees, but will be the acquirer in the deal…

…Stanley Works includes a range of brands, including the familiar black-and-yellow Stanley Tools and Mac Tools for auto mechanics. Black and Decker includes a number of familiar names: DeWalt industrial power tools and Kwikset lock sets…

You can read the rest of the story here.

Do you think this merger will affect our woodworking? If so, how?

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—— Al Navas

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I love working with wood, and sharing here on the blog. I also love designing items that my clients will love having in their homes and offices. Please let me know if you need a special piece to share with your loved ones.

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