Fastenal Company
Fastenal Company (FAST) is a leading industrial distributor supplying fasteners, tools, safety equipment and other maintenance, repair and operations (MRO) products to construction, manufacturing and public-sector customers. The business combines a dense branch network, on-site inventory management, vending systems and a growing private-label range to generate recurring, service-led sales. Investors typically monitor branch growth, same-store sales, gross margins and inventory turns as indicators of operational health. With a market capitalisation around $50 billion, Fastenal benefits from scale but remains exposed to industrial cyclicality, commodity cost swings and competitive pressure from broadline distributors and online suppliers. The company has a track record of returning cash to shareholders via dividends and buybacks, though yields and returns change over time. This summary is educational only and not personal financial advice; suitability depends on your circumstances and goals, and values can rise and fall.
Why It's Moving
Fastenal Delivers Solid Q4 Beat on Sales Growth Amid Margin Squeeze, Eyes Tech-Driven Expansion
- FMI technology sales jumped 16.6% year-over-year to represent 46.1% of net sales, driven by FASTBin/FASTVend growth and new installations, highlighting accelerating digital adoption among customers.
- EPS rose 12% to $0.26 in line with forecasts, with average daily sales up 11.1% from higher-spending customer sites and modest pricing gains, reinforcing operational strength in a cautious market.
- Board hiked the quarterly dividend 11.6% to $0.24 per share payable February 26, affirming confidence in cash flow amid planned 2026 investments in capacity and logistics.
Fastenal Delivers Solid Q4 Beat on Sales Growth Amid Margin Squeeze, Eyes Tech-Driven Expansion
- FMI technology sales jumped 16.6% year-over-year to represent 46.1% of net sales, driven by FASTBin/FASTVend growth and new installations, highlighting accelerating digital adoption among customers.
- EPS rose 12% to $0.26 in line with forecasts, with average daily sales up 11.1% from higher-spending customer sites and modest pricing gains, reinforcing operational strength in a cautious market.
- Board hiked the quarterly dividend 11.6% to $0.24 per share payable February 26, affirming confidence in cash flow amid planned 2026 investments in capacity and logistics.
When is the next earnings date for Fastenal Company (FAST)?
Fastenal's next earnings release is scheduled for April 12-13, 2026, which will cover the first quarter of 2026. The company typically reports earnings before market open, consistent with its historical reporting pattern. This upcoming report will provide insights into FAST's operational performance for the first three months of the fiscal year.
Stock Performance Snapshot
Analyst Rating
Analysts suggest holding Fastenal's stock with a target price of $45, indicating slight growth potential.
Financial Health
Fastenal is performing well with strong revenue and profitability, indicating solid business operations.
Dividend
Fastenal's dividend yield of 1.99% is reasonable for stock investors seeking dividends. If you invested $1000 you would be paid $19.90 a year in dividends (based on the last 12 months).
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Explore BasketWhy You’ll Want to Watch This Stock
Service-led model
Recurring on-site services and vending create steady revenue streams, though performance can vary with industrial demand.
Scale advantages
A large branch network and private-label products offer scale benefits and expansion potential, balanced by exposure to macro cycles.
Operational signals
Investors often track same-store sales, margins and inventory turns to gauge health, keeping in mind these metrics can fluctuate.
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