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FASTENAL CO (FAST) Stock Price, Quote, News and Overview

NASDAQ:FAST - Nasdaq - US3119001044 - Common Stock - Currency: USD

40.65  -0.07 (-0.16%)

After market: 40.51 -0.14 (-0.34%)

FAST Quote, Performance and Key Statistics

FASTENAL CO

NASDAQ:FAST (5/23/2025, 8:09:04 PM)

After market: 40.51 -0.14 (-0.34%)

40.65

-0.07 (-0.16%)

Sector
GICS SectorIndustrials
GICS IndustryTrading Companies & Distributors
GICS IndustryGroupCapital Goods
GICS SubIndustryTrading Companies & Distributors
Statistics
52 Week High41.22
52 Week Low15.34
Market Cap23.32B
Shares573.62M
Float572.57M
Yearly Dividend1.56
Dividend Yield2.15%
PE20.22
Fwd PE16.7
Earnings (Next)07-14 2025-07-14/amc
IPO08-01 1987-08-01


FAST short term performance overview.The bars show the price performance of FAST in the last week, last 2 weeks, last month, last 3 and 6 months. 1 week 2 week 1 month 3 months 6 months 20 40 60 80 100

FAST long term performance overview.The bars show the price performance of FAST in the last 1, 2 and 3 years. 1 year 2 years 3 years 50 100 150 200

The current stock price of FAST is 40.65 USD. In the past month the price increased by 101.41%. In the past year, price increased by 146.29%.

FASTENAL CO / FAST Daily stock chart

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About FAST

Company Profile

FAST logo image Fastenal Co. engages in the distribution of fasteners and tools. The company is headquartered in Winona, Minnesota and currently employs 21,339 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

FASTENAL CO

2001 Theurer Blvd

Winona MINNESOTA 55987 US

CEO: Daniel L. Florness

Employees: 21339

FAST Company Website

FAST Investor Relations

Phone: 15074545374

FASTENAL CO / FAST FAQ

What is the stock price of FASTENAL CO today?

The current stock price of FAST is 40.65 USD. The price decreased by -0.16% in the last trading session.


What is the ticker symbol for FASTENAL CO stock?

The exchange symbol of FASTENAL CO is FAST and it is listed on the Nasdaq exchange.


On which exchange is FAST stock listed?

FAST stock is listed on the Nasdaq exchange.


What is the price forecast or stock price prediction for FASTENAL CO stock?

22 analysts have analysed FAST and the average price target is 75.15 USD. This implies a price increase of 84.87% is expected in the next year compared to the current price of 40.65. Check the FASTENAL CO stock analysts ratings, price target forecast and up-and down grades for more detailed information.


What is FASTENAL CO worth?

FASTENAL CO (FAST) has a market capitalization of 23.32B USD. This makes FAST a Large Cap stock.


How many employees does FASTENAL CO have?

FASTENAL CO (FAST) currently has 21339 employees.


What are the support and resistance levels for FASTENAL CO (FAST) stock?

FASTENAL CO (FAST) has a support level at 18.3. Check the full technical report for a detailed analysis of FAST support and resistance levels.


Is FASTENAL CO (FAST) expected to grow?

The Revenue of FASTENAL CO (FAST) is expected to grow by 7.42% in the next year. Check the estimates tab for more information on the FAST EPS, Sales, EBIT and EBITDA future analyst estimates.


Should I buy FASTENAL CO (FAST) stock?

There is no straightforward answer here. It depends on your investment strategy as different types of investors will look at different aspects. In any case it is important to make an informed decision and these pages can help you forming an opinion:


Does FASTENAL CO (FAST) stock pay dividends?

FASTENAL CO (FAST) has a dividend yield of 2.15%. The yearly dividend amount is currently 1.56. Check the full fundamental report for a detailed analysis of FAST dividend history, reliability and sustainability.


When does FASTENAL CO (FAST) report earnings?

FASTENAL CO (FAST) will report earnings on 2025-07-14, after the market close.


What is the Price/Earnings (PE) ratio of FASTENAL CO (FAST)?

The PE ratio for FASTENAL CO (FAST) is 20.22. This is based on the reported non-GAAP earnings per share of 2.01 and the current share price of 40.65 USD. Check the full fundamental report for a full analysis of the valuation metrics for FAST.


What is the Short Interest ratio of FASTENAL CO (FAST) stock?

The outstanding short interest for FASTENAL CO (FAST) is 2.56% of its float. Check the ownership tab for more information on the FAST short interest.


FAST Technical Analysis

ChartMill assigns a technical rating of 9 / 10 to FAST. When comparing the yearly performance of all stocks, FAST is one of the better performing stocks in the market, outperforming 98.74% of all stocks.


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FAST Fundamental Analysis

ChartMill assigns a fundamental rating of 7 / 10 to FAST. Both the health and profitability get an excellent rating, making FAST a very profitable company, without any liquidiy or solvency issues.


Chartmill FA Analysis
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FAST Financial Highlights

Over the last trailing twelve months FAST reported a non-GAAP Earnings per Share(EPS) of 2.01. The EPS decreased by -0.5% compared to the year before.


Industry RankSector Rank
PM (TTM) 15.13%
ROA 23.64%
ROE 31.21%
Debt/Equity 0.03
Chartmill High Growth Momentum
EPS Q2Q%0%
Sales Q2Q%3.39%
EPS 1Y (TTM)-0.5%
Revenue 1Y (TTM)3.08%

FAST Ownership and Analysts

ChartMill assigns a Buy % Consensus number of 70% to FAST. The Buy consensus is the average rating of analysts ratings from 22 analysts.

For the next year, analysts expect an EPS growth of 10.34% and a revenue growth 7.42% for FAST


Ownership
Inst Owners86.2%
Ins Owners0.09%
Short Float %2.56%
Short Ratio3.68
Analysts
Analysts70
Price Target75.15 (84.87%)
EPS Next Y10.34%
Revenue Next Year7.42%