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FASTENAL CO (FAST) Stock Price & Overview
NASDAQ:FAST • US3119001044
Current stock price
44.4 USD
-0.22 (-0.49%)
At close:
44.3509 USD
-0.05 (-0.11%)
After Hours:
The current stock price of FAST is 44.4 USD. Today FAST is down by -0.49%. In the past month the price decreased by -3.33%. In the past year, price increased by 117.7%.
FAST Key Statistics
52-Week Range19.5225 - 50.63
Current FAST stock price positioned within its 52-week range.
1-Month Range43.465 - 49.67
Current FAST stock price positioned within its 1-month range.
- Market Cap
- 50.971B
- P/E
- 38.95
- Fwd P/E
- 32.23
- EPS (TTM)
- 1.14
- Dividend Yield
- 2.16%
FAST Stock Performance
Today
-0.49%
1 Week
-7.85%
1 Month
-3.33%
3 Months
+1.51%
Longer-term
6 Months +4.57%
1 Year +117.70%
2 Years +161.41%
3 Years +229.87%
5 Years +239.71%
10 Years +659.14%
FAST Stock Chart
FAST Stock Screens
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High Quality Stocks
FAST is part of our High Quality Stocks screen, meaning it meets strict criteria for profitability, capital efficiency, and long-term growth consistency.
Quality Dividend Stocks
FAST appears in our Quality Dividend Stocks screen, indicating it combines strong business fundamentals with sustainable dividend payouts.
FAST Technical Analysis
ChartMill assigns a technical rating of 4 / 10 to FAST. When comparing the yearly performance of all stocks, FAST is one of the better performing stocks in the market, outperforming 91.13% of all stocks.
Chartmill TA Rating
Chartmill Setup Rating
FAST Fundamental Analysis
ChartMill assigns a fundamental rating of 7 / 10 to FAST. FAST has outstanding health and profitabily ratings, belonging to the best of the industry. This is a solid base for any company.
Chartmill FA Analysis
Valuation
Growth
Profitability
Health
Dividend
FAST Earnings
On April 13, 2026 FAST reported an EPS of 0.3 and a revenue of 2.20B. The company missed EPS expectations (-1.76% surprise) and missed revenue expectations (-1.84% surprise).
Next Earnings DateJul 13, 2026
Last Earnings DateApr 13, 2026
PeriodQ1 / 2026
EPS Reported$0.30
Revenue Reported2.202B
EPS Surprise -1.76%
Revenue Surprise -1.84%
FAST Forecast & Estimates
23 analysts have analysed FAST and the average price target is 46.26 USD. This implies a price increase of 4.19% is expected in the next year compared to the current price of 44.4.
For the next year, analysts expect an EPS growth of 14.23% and a revenue growth 10.59% for FAST
Analysts
Analysts58.26
Price Target46.26 (4.19%)
EPS Next Y14.23%
Revenue Next Year10.59%
FAST Groups
Sector & Classification
Sector
Industrials Sub-Industry
Trading Companies & Distributors FAST Financial Highlights
Over the last trailing twelve months FAST reported a non-GAAP Earnings per Share(EPS) of 1.14. The EPS increased by 13.43% compared to the year before.
Income Statements
Revenue(TTM)8.44B
Net Income(TTM)1.30B
| Industry Rank | Sector Rank | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| PM (TTM) | 15.39% | ||
| ROA | 24.95% | ||
| ROE | 32.58% | ||
| Debt/Equity | 0.03 |
Chartmill High Growth Momentum
EPS Q2Q%15.38%
Sales Q2Q%12.37%
EPS 1Y (TTM)13.43%
Revenue 1Y (TTM)10.94%
FAST Ownership
Ownership
Inst Owners88.07%
Shares1.15B
Float1.15B
Ins Owners0.04%
Short Float %2.4%
Short Ratio3.27
FAST Latest News, Press Relases and Analysis
8 days ago - By: Chartmill
FAST Competitors/Peers
The largest stocks on the US markets in the "Trading Companies & Distributors" sub-industry
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|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GWW | WW GRAINGER INC | 25.92 | 54.115B | ||
| FERG | FERGUSON ENTERPRISES INC | 20.4 | 49.989B | ||
| URI | UNITED RENTALS INC | 16.4 | 48.129B | ||
| SUNB | SUNBELT RENTALS HOLDINGS INC | N/A | 27.96B | ||
| WSO | WATSCO INC | 32.49 | 16.88B | ||
| QXO | QXO INC | 62.26 | 16.789B | ||
| WCC | WESCO INTERNATIONAL INC | 19.22 | 14.887B | ||
| AIT | APPLIED INDUSTRIAL TECH INC | 24.24 | 10.614B | ||
| CNM | CORE & MAIN INC-CLASS A | 16.83 | 10.387B | ||
| AL | AIR LEASE CORP | 12.34 | 7.283B | ||
| GATX | GATX CORP | 19.17 | 6.95B | ||
| SITE | SITEONE LANDSCAPE SUPPLY INC | 31.32 | 6.102B |
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About FAST
Company Profile
Fastenal Co. engages in the distribution of fasteners and tools. The company is headquartered in Winona, Minnesota and currently employs 21,602 full-time employees. The firm is a distributor of threaded fasteners, bolts, nuts, screws, studs, and related washers, as well as miscellaneous supplies and hardware, such as pins, machinery keys, concrete anchors, metal framing systems, wire rope, struts, rivets, and related accessories. Its business tools include Fastenal Managed Inventory (FMI), Bin stock (FASTStock and FASTBin) and Industrial vending (FASTVend). The firm also invests in digital solutions that aim to deliver value for its customers, leverage local inventory for same-day solutions, and provide service. The company serves general and commercial contractors in non-residential end markets as well as farmers, truckers, railroads, oil exploration companies, oil production and refinement companies, mining companies, federal, state, and local governmental entities, schools, and certain retail trades.
Company Info
IPO: 1987-08-01
FASTENAL CO
2001 Theurer Blvd
Winona MINNESOTA 55987 US
CEO: Daniel L. Florness
Employees: 21602
Phone: 15074545374
FASTENAL CO / FAST FAQ
What does FASTENAL CO do?
Fastenal Co. engages in the distribution of fasteners and tools. The company is headquartered in Winona, Minnesota and currently employs 21,602 full-time employees. The firm is a distributor of threaded fasteners, bolts, nuts, screws, studs, and related washers, as well as miscellaneous supplies and hardware, such as pins, machinery keys, concrete anchors, metal framing systems, wire rope, struts, rivets, and related accessories. Its business tools include Fastenal Managed Inventory (FMI), Bin stock (FASTStock and FASTBin) and Industrial vending (FASTVend). The firm also invests in digital solutions that aim to deliver value for its customers, leverage local inventory for same-day solutions, and provide service. The company serves general and commercial contractors in non-residential end markets as well as farmers, truckers, railroads, oil exploration companies, oil production and refinement companies, mining companies, federal, state, and local governmental entities, schools, and certain retail trades.
What is the stock price of FASTENAL CO today?
The current stock price of FAST is 44.4 USD. The price decreased by -0.49% in the last trading session.
Does FASTENAL CO pay dividends?
FASTENAL CO (FAST) has a dividend yield of 2.16%. The yearly dividend amount is currently 0.88.
What is the ChartMill technical and fundamental rating of FAST stock?
FAST has a ChartMill Technical rating of 4 out of 10 and a ChartMill Fundamental rating of 7 out of 10.
Can you provide the sector and industry classification for FASTENAL CO?
FASTENAL CO (FAST) operates in the Industrials sector and the Trading Companies & Distributors industry.
Should I buy FAST stock?
This depends on your investment goals. Check the Technical and Fundamental Analysis tabs for insights on FAST.
What is the ownership structure of FASTENAL CO (FAST)?
You can find the ownership structure of FASTENAL CO (FAST) on the Ownership tab.