Ticker: FAST

Fastenal

Industrials Industrials Industrial - Distribution
Price 51.20
Reco Buy Potential 69 Risk 33 Updated 2026-10-27

Forecast impact

positive
Target +14.4% target fill 87.4%
Reaction D5 +2.40% · D10 pending fresh confirmed · market trust
Impact Potential +6 · Risk -3 valid until 2026-11-20

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Description

Company and Business Model

Fastenal Company operates in the industrials sector, primarily providing fasteners, tools, and supplies for various industries. Its core products include industrial and construction supplies, safety products, and inventory management services. Major business segments encompass manufacturing, distribution, and retail operations, with revenue primarily generated from sales of fasteners and related products, as well as services like vending solutions.

Investment Profile

The investment profile of Fastenal is more aligned with dividends and value investors, given its consistent dividend yield and stable revenue growth. The company demonstrates moderate risk and potential, making it suitable for those seeking income and capital preservation rather than aggressive growth.

Fundamental metrics (experimental) Updated: 2026-10-24
EPS (TTM) — earnings per share for the last 12 months, $
1.24
Revenue QoQ — quarter-over-quarter revenue growth
3.2%
EPS surprise
3.0%
20d volatility
1.2%
Dividend yield
2.4%
last ex-date
2026-10-28
AI recommendation changes
Date Before After Reason
2026-09-09 Hold Buy Solid fundamentals, but mixed momentum signals present uncertainty.
2026-09-02 Buy Hold Weak momentum and mixed fundamentals suggest caution.
2026-07-26 Hold Buy Strong revenue growth and positive EPS surprise support bullish outlook.
Analyst forecasts
Date Analyst Action Target Price Then
2026-10-21 Argus Research Target Raised 55 → 59 51.745
2026-10-15 Robert W. Baird Target Raised 59 → 60 52
2026-10-15 Bernstein Target Raised 42 → 47 52
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