Newell Brands Inc.

NasdaqGS:NWL Stock Report

Market Cap: US$2.0b

Newell Brands Balance Sheet Health

Financial Health criteria checks 3/6

Newell Brands has a total shareholder equity of $2.3B and total debt of $5.1B, which brings its debt-to-equity ratio to 219.3%. Its total assets and total liabilities are $10.9B and $8.5B respectively. Newell Brands's EBIT is $484.0M making its interest coverage ratio 1.5. It has cash and short-term investments of $201.0M.

Key information

219.30%

Debt to equity ratio

US$5.14b

Debt

Interest coverage ratio1.5x
CashUS$201.00m
EquityUS$2.34b
Total liabilitiesUS$8.52b
Total assetsUS$10.86b

Recent financial health updates

Analysis Article • Jul 23

Newell Brands (NASDAQ:NWL) Seems To Be Using A Lot Of Debt

Howard Marks put it nicely when he said that, rather than worrying about share price volatility, 'The possibility of...
Analysis Article • Feb 03

We Think Newell Brands (NASDAQ:NWL) Is Taking Some Risk With Its Debt

David Iben put it well when he said, 'Volatility is not a risk we care about. What we care about is avoiding the...
Analysis Article • Oct 17

Is Newell Brands (NASDAQ:NWL) A Risky Investment?

The external fund manager backed by Berkshire Hathaway's Charlie Munger, Li Lu, makes no bones about it when he says...

Recent updates

Narrative Update • Jun 03

NWL: Margin Discipline And Raised 2026 Outlook Will Support Future Re Rating

Analysts have adjusted the price target on Newell Brands slightly lower to reflect a modest trim to fair value assumptions to about $8.17 and a higher discount rate, while still incorporating their views on revenue growth, profit margins and future P/E based on mixed recent research that includes both target raises and cuts around $3.50 to $4.00. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research highlights a split view on Newell Brands, with some firms trimming targets and at least one major house taking a more cautious stance on cost and demand risk.
Seeking Alpha • May 27

Newell Brands Needs To Cut The Dividend

Summary Newell Brands trades near all-time lows, with a 7.7% yield and equity value essentially wiped out by high leverage and weak fundamentals. NWL's dividend is barely covered by free cash flow; a cut is prudent to avoid further financial strain amid $4.76B net debt and 5.4x leverage. Only the Learning & Development segment is profitable; the Home & Commercial and Outdoor segments generate losses and drag on the enterprise. Strategic asset sales or a dividend cut are critical for deleveraging and restoring viability, especially with 2027/2028 debt maturities looming. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
Narrative Update • May 16

NWL: Execution Risks And Mixed Outlook For Margins Will Shape Future Returns

Analysts have modestly lifted their average price target on Newell Brands by about $1. This reflects updated views on fair value, a slightly higher discount rate and adjusted expectations for revenue growth, profit margins and future P/E.
Narrative Update • Apr 28

NWL: Margin Improvement And Cost Discipline Will Support Future Re Rating

Newell Brands' analyst price target has moved modestly, with a net $1 shift across recent updates as analysts balance differing views on revenue growth, profitability, and fair value assumptions. Analyst Commentary Recent price target changes for Newell Brands show a mix of cautious and constructive views, with several bullish analysts highlighting potential upside alongside more conservative peers trimming expectations.
Narrative Update • Apr 14

NWL: Execution Risks And Lower Future P/E Will Pressure Share Returns

Newell Brands' updated analyst price target has edged lower by a few dollars to reflect recent Street revisions, as analysts balance slightly higher modeled revenue growth, modestly improved profit margins, and a marginally lower future P/E assumption against a series of mixed target changes across major firms. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research on Newell Brands reflects a mix of caution and modest optimism, with several fresh price target moves clustering over the past few weeks.
Narrative Update • Mar 31

NWL: Mixed Street Outlook And Lower Future P/E Will Shape Returns

The analyst price target on Newell Brands has been revised to $3.00 from $4.50, as analysts factor in updated views on fair value, revenue growth, profit margins and future P/E expectations, reflected in recent mixed target changes across major firms. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research around Newell Brands has been mixed, with some firms lifting targets by modest amounts while at least one bearish move has pulled the average lower.
Narrative Update • Mar 16

NWL: Gradual Margin Gains And Lower Discount Rate Will Support Upside Potential

Analysts have raised Newell Brands’ fair value estimate from $4.00 to $4.50, citing updated assumptions on the discount rate, revenue growth, profit margin, and future P/E, which are reflected in recent price target increases from several major firms. Analyst Commentary Recent price target moves on Newell Brands have generally been modest in size, with adjustments ranging from US$0.25 to US$1.00.
Narrative Update • Mar 02

NWL: Modest Margin Gains And Productivity Plan Will Support Future Re Rating

Analysts have nudged their average price target on Newell Brands slightly higher, with recent $0.25 to $1.00 upward adjustments based on updated assumptions around modestly stronger revenue growth, a slightly higher profit margin profile, and a marginally lower future P/E multiple. Analyst Commentary Recent research updates point to a cluster of modestly higher price targets, which together signal a more constructive tone around Newell Brands.
Narrative Update • Feb 16

NWL: Productivity Plan And Cost Cuts Will Support Future Re Rating Potential

Analysts have inched their average price target for Newell Brands higher to about $7.54, citing research updates that reflect slight adjustments to fair value, discount rate, revenue growth, profit margin, and future P/E assumptions. Analyst Commentary Bullish analysts have been nudging their targets higher in recent research, with several price objective revisions clustered over a short period.
Narrative Update • Feb 02

NWL: Productivity Plan And Tight Margins Will Define Balanced Risk Reward Outlook

Analysts have raised their fair value target for Newell Brands from $3.50 to $4.00, citing updated assumptions around future revenue trends, profit margins near 7.0%, and a higher forward P/E multiple. Analyst Commentary Recent research reports point to a more cautious tone around Newell Brands, even as fair value targets move modestly higher.
Narrative Update • Jan 19

NWL: Productivity Plan And Cost Cuts Will Shape Equity Upside Potential

Narrative Update on Newell Brands The blended analyst price target for Newell Brands has been revised to reflect mixed Street views, with some firms trimming expectations toward the mid single digit range such as US$4.25 and US$6, while others have made modest upward adjustments as analysts weigh ongoing topline pressures against progress on restructuring and productivity initiatives. Analyst Commentary Street research on Newell Brands reflects a split view, with some firms trimming price targets while others see reasons to stay constructive as restructuring work and productivity efforts progress.
Narrative Update • Jan 05

NWL: Productivity Actions And Cost Controls Will Support Future Earnings Stabilization

Analysts have trimmed their price targets on Newell Brands, with cuts such as US$1 to US$6 and US$1 to US$4.25. These adjustments reflect ongoing concerns about topline pressure, a softer revenue trajectory and a slightly lower assumed future P/E multiple, even as margin expectations are adjusted higher.
Narrative Update • Dec 14

NWL: Revenue Pressures And Productivity Actions Will Shape Balanced Risk Reward Outlook

Analysts have trimmed their price target on Newell Brands to approximately $4.25 from about $5.25, reflecting mounting concern over accelerating revenue declines, which more than offset modestly improving profitability and execution. Analyst Commentary Across recent research updates, bearish analysts have highlighted that the latest price target reductions reflect a more cautious stance on Newell Brands' medium term earnings power and growth prospects.
Narrative Update • Nov 30

NWL: Cost Reductions And Restructuring Will Support Stabilization Despite Industry Challenges

Analysts have revised Newell Brands' price target lower by as much as $1.00, citing ongoing topline challenges and a difficult operating environment despite restructuring efforts and selective areas of progress. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research on Newell Brands reveals a split between analysts who remain optimistic on certain aspects of the business and those who highlight ongoing challenges impacting the stock’s valuation and growth potential.
Narrative Update • Nov 16

NWL: Ongoing Restructuring And Cost Reductions Will Drive Margin Recovery

Analysts have lowered their average price target for Newell Brands from approximately $6.43 to $5.18. They cite continued topline challenges and macroeconomic pressures facing the company, despite restructuring and productivity efforts.
Analysis Article • Nov 14

Newell Brands (NASDAQ:NWL) Has Affirmed Its Dividend Of $0.07

Newell Brands Inc. ( NASDAQ:NWL ) will pay a dividend of $0.07 on the 15th of December. This makes the dividend yield...
Analysis Article • Nov 11

Newell Brands Inc.'s (NASDAQ:NWL) 33% Share Price Plunge Could Signal Some Risk

Newell Brands Inc. ( NASDAQ:NWL ) shareholders that were waiting for something to happen have been dealt a blow with a...
Narrative Update • Nov 02

NWL: U.S. Manufacturing Shift Will Drive Greater Efficiency As Industry Headwinds Ease

Analysts have modestly adjusted Newell Brands' fair value price target downward, from $6.83 to $6.43. They cited persistent category challenges and evolving consumer spending patterns in their recent updates.
Analysis Article • Sep 04

Newell Brands Inc.'s (NASDAQ:NWL) Shares Climb 26% But Its Business Is Yet to Catch Up

Newell Brands Inc. ( NASDAQ:NWL ) shareholders would be excited to see that the share price has had a great month...
Analysis Article • Aug 15

Newell Brands (NASDAQ:NWL) Is Due To Pay A Dividend Of $0.07

Newell Brands Inc. ( NASDAQ:NWL ) will pay a dividend of $0.07 on the 15th of September. This makes the dividend yield...
Analysis Article • Jul 23

Newell Brands (NASDAQ:NWL) Seems To Be Using A Lot Of Debt

Howard Marks put it nicely when he said that, rather than worrying about share price volatility, 'The possibility of...
Analysis Article • May 13

Newell Brands Inc.'s (NASDAQ:NWL) 27% Price Boost Is Out Of Tune With Revenues

Newell Brands Inc. ( NASDAQ:NWL ) shareholders are no doubt pleased to see that the share price has bounced 27% in the...
Analysis Article • May 11

Newell Brands (NASDAQ:NWL) Is Paying Out A Dividend Of $0.07

Newell Brands Inc. ( NASDAQ:NWL ) will pay a dividend of $0.07 on the 13th of June. This makes the dividend yield 5.4...
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New Narrative • May 05

North America Manufacturing And New Launches Will Secure Future Potential

Investment in domestic manufacturing and automation is set to capitalize on supply disruptions, boosting revenue in tariff-affected categories.
Analysis Article • Mar 24

Newell Brands Inc.'s (NASDAQ:NWL) Price Is Out Of Tune With Revenues

There wouldn't be many who think Newell Brands Inc.'s ( NASDAQ:NWL ) price-to-sales (or "P/S") ratio of 0.4x is worth a...
Seeking Alpha • Feb 12

Newell: Scale And Efficiency Benefits Expected, And Very Undervalued

Summary Newell Brands' recent debt refinancing was six times oversubscribed, indicating strong investor confidence in the company's new corporate strategy and reorganization efforts. Significant reduction in restructuring expenses and gross margin expansion in 2024 suggest potential free cash flow growth and operational efficiency improvements by 2025. Despite a projected revenue decline in 2025, the market's reaction appears overblown. The stock trades at an attractive valuation relative to its future earnings potential. Risks include tariffs, regulatory changes, and high net debt, but NWL's strategic realignment and financial outlook make it a compelling buy opportunity. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
Analysis Article • Feb 03

We Think Newell Brands (NASDAQ:NWL) Is Taking Some Risk With Its Debt

David Iben put it well when he said, 'Volatility is not a risk we care about. What we care about is avoiding the...
Seeking Alpha • Dec 26

Newell Brands: Large Transformation, Stock Repurchases, Positive FCF, And Significantly Undervalued

Summary Newell Brands is undergoing a transformation with new real estate plans and centralization of tech and sales teams, aiming for efficiency improvements and economies of scale. Despite recent lower EPS figures, the company's proven business model and positive cash flow suggest future growth, supported by restructuring and asset optimization. NWL's stock repurchases at $22 and $25.86 indicate undervaluation at close to $10 per share, with a target valuation of $14-$15 per share. Potential challenges include tariffs, debt levels, and interest rate changes, but the company's strategic initiatives and historical performance make it a buy at current prices. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
Analysis Article • Dec 11

What Newell Brands Inc.'s (NASDAQ:NWL) 26% Share Price Gain Is Not Telling You

Despite an already strong run, Newell Brands Inc. ( NASDAQ:NWL ) shares have been powering on, with a gain of 26% in...
Seeking Alpha • Oct 26

Newell Brands: A Speculative Upgrade After Shares Soar Higher

Summary In the past, Newell Brands faced significant challenges, including inflation, supply chain issues, and weak consumer sentiment, but recent improvements justify upgrading the stock from a 'sell' to a 'hold'. Despite a revenue decline, Newell Brands saw profitability improvements, with adjusted earnings per share matching analysts' expectations, and operating cash flow showing positive trends. Management's restructuring initiatives, including Project Phoenix, have started to yield results, with notable reductions in net debt and inventory levels, indicating better financial stability. While Newell Brands is not entirely out of the woods, NWL stock is attractively priced, showing enough signs of stability to warrant cautious optimism. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
Analysis Article • Oct 17

Is Newell Brands (NASDAQ:NWL) A Risky Investment?

The external fund manager backed by Berkshire Hathaway's Charlie Munger, Li Lu, makes no bones about it when he says...
Seeking Alpha • Oct 09

Newell Brands: 2 Income Options To Enjoy Turnaround

Summary Despite a revenue drop, Newell Brands improved gross profit and operating income, showing potential for earnings growth when revenues recover. The company’s free cash flow supports debt reduction, with analysts confident in earnings growth, making the company appealing. Newell Brands' diversified products mitigate risk, but global supply chain and commodity price fluctuations remain critical concerns. Newell Brands has stabilized and appears attractive for investment; consider cash secured put options for a lower entry point and income. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha

Financial Position Analysis

Short Term Liabilities: NWL's short term assets ($2.9B) exceed its short term liabilities ($2.8B).

Long Term Liabilities: NWL's short term assets ($2.9B) do not cover its long term liabilities ($5.7B).

Debt to Equity History and Analysis

Debt Level: NWL's net debt to equity ratio (210.7%) is considered high.

Reducing Debt: NWL's debt to equity ratio has increased from 143.9% to 219.3% over the past 5 years.

Balance Sheet

Cash Runway Analysis

For companies that have on average been loss-making in the past, we assess whether they have at least 1 year of cash runway.

Stable Cash Runway: Whilst unprofitable NWL has sufficient cash runway for more than 3 years if it maintains its current positive free cash flow level.

Forecast Cash Runway: NWL is unprofitable but has sufficient cash runway for more than 3 years, even with free cash flow being positive and shrinking by 33.3% per year.

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Company Analysis and Financial Data Status

DataLast Updated (UTC time)
Company Analysis2026/06/17 12:55
End of Day Share Price 2026/06/17 00:00
Earnings2026/03/31
Annual Earnings2025/12/31

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Analyst Consensus Estimates+3 years
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  • Analyst price targets
Market Prices30 years
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  • Dividends, Splits and Actions
Ownership10 years
  • Top shareholders
  • Insider trading
Management10 years
  • Leadership team
  • Board of directors
Key Developments10 years
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Analyst Sources

Newell Brands Inc. is covered by 22 analysts. 8 of those analysts submitted the estimates of revenue or earnings used as inputs to our report. Analysts submissions are updated throughout the day.

AnalystInstitution
Lauren LiebermanBarclays
Derek LeckowBarrington Research Associates, Inc.
Constance ManeatyBMO Capital Markets Equity Research