Fastenal Company (FAST)

FAST Growth But High Priced: Fastenal Remains A Hold Following Q4 2025 Earnings

Fastenal (FAST) delivered strong double-digit sales growth and operating margin expansion by targeting larger, high-value customers and expanding contract signings. Despite gross margin contraction, FAST's shift to larger accounts is intentional, trading gross margin for operating leverage and higher-quality recurring revenue. Scenario analysis suggests current valuation requires near-flawless execution; even optimistic forecasts yield only modest total returns unless premium multiples persist.

The Nuts and Bolts of Fastenal Earnings—And What Comes Next

Fastenal's NASDAQ: FAST second half of 2025 was impacted by macroeconomic headwinds and a downshift in analyst sentiment, which, while painful for investors, has now left its stock price in the buy zone.

Fastenal Q4 Earnings & Sales Meet Expectations, Stock Down

FAST meets Q4 estimates with solid sales and earnings growth, but the stock is down 5.4% due to margin pressure.

Fastenal shares move lower on Q4 revenue miss

Fastenal Co (NASDAQ:FAST) shares slipped almost 4% on Tuesday morning after the distributor of industrial and construction supplies reported fourth quarter results that met expectations on earnings but slightly missed on revenue. The company posted earnings per share of $0.26, matching analyst forecasts, and revenue of $2.03 billion, just below the $2.04 billion consensus estimate.

Is This Dividend Stalwart Signaling a Tough Economy in 2026?

Fastenal ( NASDAQ:FAST ) reported fiscal fourth-quarter earnings this morning, posting earnings per share of $0.26 on revenue of $2.03 billion.

Ahead of Fastenal (FAST) Q4 Earnings: Get Ready With Wall Street Estimates for Key Metrics

Looking beyond Wall Street's top-and-bottom-line estimate forecasts for Fastenal (FAST), delve into some of its key metrics to gain a deeper insight into the company's potential performance for the quarter ended December 2025.

Fastenal (FAST) Earnings Expected to Grow: What to Know Ahead of Next Week's Release

Fastenal (FAST) doesn't possess the right combination of the two key ingredients for a likely earnings beat in its upcoming report. Get prepared with the key expectations.

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The ProShares S&P 500 Dividend Aristocrat ETF (NOBL) underperformed SPY in 2025, gaining 7.2% versus SPY's 18.42%. Despite average underperformance, select Aristocrats like CAH (+74.18%), ALB (+66.90%), and CHRW (+61.22%) delivered strong double-digit returns. Dividend growth for the Aristocrats slowed to 5.52% in 2025, down from 5.78% in 2024, with 68 of 69 raising payouts.

Fastenal Announces CEO Transition

WINONA, Minn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Fastenal Company (Nasdaq: FAST) (the 'Company' or 'Fastenal') announced today that Daniel L. Florness communicated to the Board of Directors on December 19, 2025 his decision to step out of his role as Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Fastenal on July 16, 2026. On December 19, 2025, Fastenal's Board appointed Jeffery M. Watts, Fastenal's current President and Chief Sales Officer, to succeed Mr. Florness as Fastenal's CEO effective as of July 16, 2026. "The Board.

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Fastenal: An Overlooked Industrial Gem to Unlock Decades of Steady Income

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International Markets and Fastenal (FAST): A Deep Dive for Investors

Review Fastenal's (FAST) international revenue performance and how it affects the predictions of financial analysts on Wall Street and the future prospects for the stock.

Fastenal Company (FAST) Q3 2025 Earnings Call Transcript

Fastenal Company (NASDAQ:FAST ) Q3 2025 Earnings Call October 13, 2025 10:00 AM EDT Company Participants Dray Schreiber Jeffery Watts - President & Chief Sales Officer Sheryl Lisowski - Executive VP, Chief Accounting Officer, Treasurer & Interim CFO Daniel Florness - CEO & Director Conference Call Participants David Manthey - Robert W. Baird & Co. Incorporated, Research Division Ryan Merkel - William Blair & Company L.L.C.

Fastenal Stock Down on Q3 Earnings & Sales Miss, Margins Up Y/Y

FAST posted higher Q3 sales and EPS year over year but missed estimates, sending its shares lower in pre-market trading.

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Compared to Estimates, Fastenal (FAST) Q3 Earnings: A Look at Key Metrics

Although the revenue and EPS for Fastenal (FAST) give a sense of how its business performed in the quarter ended September 2025, it might be worth considering how some key metrics compare with Wall Street estimates and the year-ago numbers.

Fastenal Stock Gaps Lower After Q3 Profit Miss

Fastenal Co (NASDAQ:FAST) is down 5% to trade at $43.51 at last glance, after the company reported a third-quarter profit miss, while revenue was in line with expectations.

Fastenal to Report Q3 Earnings: Here's What Investors Must Know

Fastenal Company FAST is scheduled to report its third-quarter 2025 results on Oct. 13, before the opening bell. In the last reported quarter, its earnings per share (EPS) and net sales topped the Zacks Consensus Estimate by 3.6% and 0.9%, respectively.

Insights Into Fastenal (FAST) Q3: Wall Street Projections for Key Metrics

Beyond analysts' top-and-bottom-line estimates for Fastenal (FAST), evaluate projections for some of its key metrics to gain a better insight into how the business might have performed for the quarter ended September 2025.

Top 50 High-Quality Dividend Growth Stocks For October 2025

I track a universe of 50 high-quality dividend growth stocks to identify opportune investments based on valuation and future return potential. As of October 2, 2025, 22 stocks offer attractive future return estimates of at least 10%, with 15 appearing potentially undervalued by my Free Cash Flow model. Top-ranked stocks include MKTX, RMD, MPWR, RACE, and MSCI, each offering strong projected returns driven by yield, valuation upside, and EPS growth.

3 Industrial Services Stocks to Buy as Industry Prospects Improve

The Zacks Industrial Services industry has a promising near-term outlook, with stocks such as FAST, MSM and SCSC standing out as compelling portfolio additions.

Are You Looking for a Top Momentum Pick? Why Fastenal (FAST) is a Great Choice

Does Fastenal (FAST) have what it takes to be a top stock pick for momentum investors? Let's find out.

Are Industrial Products Stocks Lagging Fastenal (FAST) This Year?

Here is how Fastenal (FAST) and Gorman-Rupp (GRC) have performed compared to their sector so far this year.

SIEGY vs. FAST: Which Stock Is the Better Value Option?

Investors interested in stocks from the Industrial Services sector have probably already heard of Siemens AG (SIEGY) and Fastenal (FAST). But which of these two stocks presents investors with the better value opportunity right now?

Fastenal (FAST) Up 7.4% Since Last Earnings Report: Can It Continue?

Fastenal (FAST) reported earnings 30 days ago. What's next for the stock?

Top 50 High-Quality Dividend Stocks For August 2025

My investable universe of 50 high-quality dividend growth stocks aims to identify attractive opportunities based on valuation and future return potential. Currently, 20 stocks offer an estimated future return of at least 10%, with 10 of these also appearing potentially undervalued by my Free Cash Flow model. Top highlighted stocks like MKTX, RACE, RMD, MSCI, and TTC combine strong free cash flow growth, attractive valuations, and double-digit return estimates.

Fastenal (FAST) Upgraded to Buy: Here's Why

Fastenal (FAST) has been upgraded to a Zacks Rank #2 (Buy), reflecting growing optimism about the company's earnings prospects. This might drive the stock higher in the near term.

ASHTY vs. FAST: Which Stock Is the Better Value Option?

Investors looking for stocks in the Industrial Services sector might want to consider either Ashtead Group PLC (ASHTY) or Fastenal (FAST). But which of these two stocks offers value investors a better bang for their buck right now?

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