Fastenal Company (FAST)

Currency in USD
42.33
-3.45(-7.54%)
Closed·
42.37+0.04(+0.09%)
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Day's Range
42.3244.45
52 wk Range
35.3050.63
Key Statistics
Prev. Close
42.33
Open
43.6
Day's Range
42.32-44.45
52 wk Range
35.3-50.63
Volume
16.6M
Average Volume (3m)
6.39M
1-Year Change
10.21%
Book Value / Share
3.32
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Price Target
44.77
Upside
+5.77%
Members' Sentiments
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5 analysts have revised their earnings downwards for the upcoming period

Fastenal Company News & Analysis

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Technical Analysis

Summary
Strong Sell
Sell
Neutral
Buy
Strong Buy
Strong Sell
Technical Indicators
Strong Sell
Moving Averages
Strong Sell

Fastenal Company Company Profile

Fastenal Company, together with its subsidiaries, engages in the wholesale distribution of industrial and construction supplies in the United States, Canada, Mexico, and internationally. It offers fasteners, and related industrial and construction supplies under the Fastenal name. The company’s fastener products include threaded fasteners, bolts, nuts, screws, studs, and related washers that are used in manufactured products and construction projects, as well as in the maintenance and repair of machines. It also offers miscellaneous supplies and hardware, including pins, machinery keys, concrete anchors, metal framing systems, wire ropes, strut products, rivets, and related accessories. The company serves the manufacturing market comprising original equipment manufacturers; maintenance, repair, and operations customers; non-residential construction market; farmers, truckers, railroads, mining companies, schools, and retail trades; and oil exploration, production, and refinement companies, as well as federal, state, and local governmental entities. Fastenal Company was founded in 1967 and is headquartered in Winona, Minnesota.

Fastenal Company Earnings Call Summary for Q2/2025

  • Fastenal Q2 2025: EPS $0.29 (+12.7% YoY), revenue $2.08B (+8.6% YoY), both beating forecasts; stock up 2.66% pre-market
  • Digital sales exceed 30% of total; company plans 5-8% pricing actions by year-end; anticipates double-digit H2 2025 sales growth
  • Operating margin improves 80bps to 21%; gross margin up 20bps to 45.3%; capital spending projected at $250-270M for 2025
  • CEO emphasizes focus on supply chain optimization over pricing; company cites global footprint as competitive advantage
  • Risks include tariffs, trade uncertainties, sluggish market conditions, and maintaining innovation in competitive landscape
Last Updated: 14/07/2025, 16:44
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FAST
Peers
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P/E Ratio
40.9x22.5x12.7x
PEG Ratio
11.03−2.210.03
Price/Book
12.8x4.1x1.4x
Price / LTM Sales
6.3x1.2x1.3x
Upside (Analyst Target)
8.7%10.7%17.2%
Fair Value Upside
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Analyst Ratings

4 Buy
11 Hold
3 Sell
Ratings:
18 analysts
Overall Consensus
Neutral

Analysts 12-Month Price Target:

Average 44.77
(+5.77% Upside)

Dividends

Payout Ratio
Payout ratio (TTM)
Earnings retained
EPS 1.07%
Dividend Yield
1.92%
Industry Median 1.65%
Annualised payout
0.88
Paid quarterly
5-Years Growth
+11.91%
Growth Streak

Earnings

Latest Release
Oct 13, 2025
EPS / Forecast
0.29 / 0.30
Revenue / Forecast
2.13B / 2.13B
EPS Revisions
Last 90 days

FAST Income Statement

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FAQ

What Stock Exchange Does Fastenal Trade On?

Fastenal is listed and trades on the Nasdaq Stock Exchange stock exchange.

What Is the Stock Symbol for Fastenal?

The stock symbol for Fastenal is "FAST."

What Is the Fastenal Market Cap?

As of today, Fastenal market cap is 48.60B.

What Is Fastenal's Earnings Per Share (TTM)?

The Fastenal EPS (TTM) is 1.07.

When Is the Next Fastenal Earnings Date?

Fastenal will release its next earnings report on 18 Jan 2026.

From a Technical Analysis Perspective, Is FAST a Buy or Sell?

Based on moving averages and other technical indicators, the daily buy/sell signal is Strong Sell.

How Many Times Has Fastenal Stock Split?

Fastenal has split 9 times.

How Many Employees Does Fastenal Have?

Fastenal has 21807 employees.

What is the current trading status of Fastenal (FAST)?

As of 14 Oct 2025, Fastenal (FAST) is trading at a price of 42.33, with a previous close of 42.33. The stock has fluctuated within a day range of 42.32 to 44.45, while its 52-week range spans from 35.30 to 50.63.

What Is Fastenal (FAST) Price Target According to Analysts?

The average 12-month price target for Fastenal is USD44.77273, with a high estimate of USD53 and a low estimate of USD29.5. 4 analysts recommend buying the stock, while 3 suggest selling, leading to an overall rating of Neutral. The stock has an +5.77% Upside potential.
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