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Fastenal Company (FAST) Stock

Fastenal Company Stock Details, Movements and Public Alerts

Stock Details

Fastenal Company (FAST), a prominent company in the industrials sector within the industrial distribution industry, is based in USA and primarily trades on the NASDAQ.Currently, the stock is trading at $41.55. Over the past 52 weeks, it has ranged between $34.62 and $50.37. This places the current price at 82.5% of its 52-week high and 20.0% above its 52-week low. Recent trading volume was recorded at 5,638,628. The 14-day Relative Strength Index (RSI) stands at 45.23, suggesting neutral conditions. The stock is currently trading below its 50-day moving average of $48.16 by 13.73%. Similarly, it is above its 200-day moving average of $41.54 by 0.02%. The MACD histogram is -0.04, indicating bearish momentum (MACD Line: -0.05, Signal Line: -0.01). The International Securities Identification Number (ISIN) for this stock is US3119001044.

52-Week Range

$50.37 - $34.62

-17.51% from high · +20.02% from low

Avg Daily Volume

6,077,376

20-day average

100-day avg: 5,755,468

Fundamentals

Valuation Metrics

P/E Ratio (TTM)

46.04

Above market average

Forward P/E

40.32

Earnings expected to grow

PEG Ratio

3.98

Potentially overvalued

Price to Book

14.52

EV/EBITDA

31.81

EPS (TTM)

$1.04

Price to Sales

7.07

Beta

0.94

Less volatile than market

How is FAST valued relative to its earnings and growth?
Fastenal Company trades at a P/E ratio of 46.04, which is above the market average of approximately 20. This premium valuation suggests investors expect above-average growth or the company has competitive advantages justifying the higher multiple. Looking ahead, the forward P/E of 40.32 is lower than the current P/E, indicating analysts expect earnings to grow over the next year. The PEG ratio of 3.98 indicates a premium valuation even accounting for growth.
What is FAST's risk profile compared to the market?
With a beta of 0.94, Fastenal Company is less volatile than the overall market. This means when the market moves up or down by 10%, this stock typically moves less than 10% in the same direction. Lower beta stocks are often preferred by conservative investors seeking stability. The price-to-book ratio of 14.52 shows investors value the company above its book value, which often reflects intangible assets or growth prospects.

Performance & Growth

Profit Margin

15.30%

Operating Margin

21.00%

EBITDA

$1.74B

Return on Equity

32.60%

Return on Assets

20.30%

Revenue Growth (YoY)

8.60%

Earnings Growth (YoY)

15.10%

How profitable and efficient is FAST's business model?
Fastenal Company achieves a profit margin of 15.30%, meaning it retains $15.30 from every $100 in revenue after all expenses. This is an impressive margin, indicating strong pricing power and efficient cost management that allows the company to generate substantial profits. The operating margin of 21.00% reveals how efficiently the company runs its core business operations before interest and taxes. With ROE at 32.60% and ROA at 20.30%, the company generates strong returns on invested capital.
What are FAST's recent growth trends?
Fastenal Company's revenue grew by 8.60% year-over-year, showing steady progress in growing the business. This positive trajectory indicates the company maintains competitive positioning in its markets. Earnings increased by 15.10% year-over-year, outpacing revenue growth through improved margins. These growth metrics should be evaluated against INDUSTRIAL DISTRIBUTION industry averages for proper context.

Dividend Information

Dividend Per Share

$0.83

Dividend Yield

1.71%

Ex-Dividend Date

Jul 29, 2025

Dividend Date

Aug 26, 2025

What dividend income can investors expect from FAST?
Fastenal Company offers a dividend yield of 1.71%, paying $0.83 per share annually. This modest yield below 2% suggests the company prioritizes growth investments over current income. While the dividend provides some return, investors are likely attracted more by capital appreciation potential than income generation. To receive the next dividend, shares must be purchased before the ex-dividend date of Jul 29, 2025.
How reliable is FAST's dividend for long-term investors?
The dividend sustainability can be assessed through the payout ratio - Fastenal Company pays $0.83 per share in dividends against earnings of $1.04 per share, resulting in a payout ratio of 79.33%. This high payout ratio of 60-90% leaves limited earnings for reinvestment. While currently sustainable, there's less buffer for dividend growth or protection during earnings downturns. The next dividend payment is scheduled for Aug 26, 2025.

Company Size & Market

Market Cap

$54.9B

Revenue (TTM)

$7.77B

Revenue/Share (TTM)

$6.78

Shares Outstanding

1.15B

Book Value/Share

$3.32

Asset Type

Common Stock

What is FAST's market capitalization and position?
Fastenal Company has a market capitalization of $54.9B, classifying it as a large-cap stock ($10B-$200B). Large-caps are typically industry leaders with established business models, offering a balance of stability and growth potential. They often provide dividend income and are core holdings in institutional portfolios. With 1.15B shares outstanding, the company's ownership is widely distributed. As a participant in the INDUSTRIAL DISTRIBUTION industry, it competes with other firms in this sector.
How does FAST's price compare to its book value?
Fastenal Company's book value per share is $3.32, while the current stock price is $41.55, resulting in a price-to-book (P/B) ratio of 12.52. This high P/B ratio indicates significant intangible assets, strong brand value, or high growth expectations. Technology and consumer brand companies often trade at elevated P/B ratios due to intellectual property and competitive advantages not reflected on the balance sheet. As a common stock, this represents equity ownership with voting rights.

Analyst Ratings

Analyst Target Price

$44.35

6.74% upside potential

Analyst Recommendations

Strong Buy

0

Buy

4

Hold

10

Sell

2

Strong Sell

1

How reliable are analyst predictions for FAST?
17 analysts cover FAST with 24% recommending buy/strong buy ratings. Analyst predictions have mixed reliability - studies show consensus rarely beats market returns consistently. The bearish sentiment could create opportunity if analysts are wrong. The consensus target of $44.35 implies 6.7% upside, but targets are often adjusted to follow price moves rather than predict them.
What is the Wall Street consensus on FAST?
Current analyst recommendations:04 Buy, 10 Hold, 2 Sell, 1 Strong Sell. The neutral stance suggests uncertainty or fair valuation at current levels.Remember that analyst opinions often lag price movements and can be influenced by investment banking relationships.

Fundamentals last updated: Oct 6, 2025, 06:58 PM

Technical Indicators

RSI (14-day)

45.23

Neutral

50-Day Moving Average

$48.16

-13.73% below MA-50

200-Day Moving Average

$41.54

0.02% above MA-200

MACD Line

-0.05

MACD Signal

-0.01

MACD Histogram

-0.04

Bearish

What does FAST's RSI value tell investors?
The RSI (Relative Strength Index) for FAST is currently 45.23, indicating the stock is in neutral territory (40-60 range). Neither buyers nor sellers have clear control, suggesting consolidation or balanced market forces. Combined with the price being below the 50-day moving average, this confirms bearish conditions.
How should traders interpret FAST's MACD and moving average crossovers?
MACD analysis shows the MACD line at -0.05 below the signal line at -0.01, with histogram at -0.04. This bearish crossover indicates downward pressure. The narrow histogram suggests a potential trend change ahead. The 50-day MA ($48.16) is above the 200-day MA ($41.54), forming a golden cross pattern that typically signals a long-term uptrend. Price is currently between the MAs, suggesting transition.

Indicators last updated: Oct 8, 2025, 12:48 AM

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