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Fastenal Co.

FAST

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§ Financial healthLong-term stability

62/ 100

Overall score·FAST

Current price

51.91USD

23/10/2026

P/E, P/B

Valuation

Weak

Rates whether the stock is cheap or expensive relative to its history and sector. A score above 60 suggests the stock trades below its estimated intrinsic value.

Tracks:P/E · P/B · FCF yield · sector

Fastenal vykazuje silný růst, vysokou ziskovost a příznivé cenové momentum, avšak valuace je náročná: P/E 41,3 a EV/EBITDA 29,1 jsou vysoké a PEG 3,3 ukazuje na prémii vůči růstu. Stabilitu podporuje nízká beta a vysoká běžná likvidita, zatímco vykázaný poměr dluhu k vlastnímu kapitálu je výrazným rizikem.

§ Outlook vs S&P 500Next 12 months

About the same

Estimated chance of beating the index: about 49%

8 of 8 inputs

NoProbably notSameProbably yesYes

A model estimate from current values. The result may change with new data; it is not a price target or an investment recommendation.

§ Metrics summary

A quick look at Fastenal Co. (FAST) combining financial health, the short-term signal, valuation, DCF, management quality and operating metrics. It is analytical context, not a recommendation to buy or sell.

62/100

The overall score is based mainly on long-term fundamentals, complemented by the current signal and the available qualitative rating of the company.

56/100

Slightly positive signal based on current news, price action and the economy.

19/100

A lower score means the stock is expensive relative to the company's earnings and assets.

174% above fair value

An estimate of what the stock should be worth based on the company's future cash.

+16%

How fast the company's revenue grows year on year.

88/100

How much the company earns from each unit of revenue and from invested capital.

68/100

Debt level, share-price volatility and how resilient the company is in bad times.

72/100

AI estimate of management quality, execution and capital allocation.

82/100

AI estimate of the company's durable competitive advantage.

§ Context and events

Management

Jeffery Michael Watts je prezident, CEO a člen představenstva; Max H. Tunnicliff působí jako seniorní výkonný viceprezident a CFO. Strategie Fastenalu staví na distribuci průmyslových potřeb, automatizovaných výdejních řešeních a spolupráci přímo v provozech zákazníků.

Articles about Fastenal Co., in Czech (1)

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§ Frequently asked questions

What is Fastenal Co. (FAST)?

Fastenal Co. (FAST) is a global stock traded on NASDAQ. Sector: Industrials. We track it daily — scoring news sentiment, the short-term outlook and long-term stability on a 0–100 scale.

What is the Fastenal Co. price today?

As of 23 October 2026, Fastenal Co. trades at about 51.91 USD per unit. We update the price daily from public market data. Intraday moves can differ significantly — always check the final price with your broker.

How to buy Fastenal Co.?

Through regulated online brokers such as Degiro, XTB, Trading 212 or Interactive Brokers. Shares trade in USD or EUR — most brokers convert your currency automatically. FinSignal does not operate any of these platforms and charges no commission — the overview is only a signpost.

Does Fastenal Co. pay a dividend?

Fastenal Co. either pays no dividend at the moment or we have no reliable data on it. Many growth companies prefer reinvesting profit to paying dividends — check the current policy in the company's investor relations materials.

Is Fastenal Co. a good investment in 2026?

Our AI signal currently rates Fastenal Co. as slightly positive (score 56/100). Financial health comes out at 62/100, so beyond short-term news it is worth watching the valuation, growth, profitability and stability of the company. The DCF model currently puts the price about 174 % above its model fair value. FinSignal is not an investment adviser licensed under Czech Act No. 256/2004 Coll. — signals are analytical input, not a recommendation to buy or sell. You make every decision at your own risk.

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§ How to buy Fastenal Co.

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§ Current signalShort-term mood

/ 100

● Slightly positive

News summary

Older news

Signal 25/10, 01:01

Zpráva z 24. října vrací ocenění Fastenalu do popředí po výsledcích; udržení výsledkové síly by podpořilo výhled, vysoké ocenění jej může brzdit.

Mírně rostoucí cena, vzestupný trend a RSI 58 podporují krátkodobý výhled, momentum je však nevýrazné a volatilita zvýšená. Poptávka datových center může být oporou, její dopad na Fastenal zůstává nejistý.

Risks: Slabší průmyslová poptávka, horší výsledky nebo tlak vysokého ocenění by mohly převážit nad dosavadním růstem.

More about the signal

Risks: Slabší průmyslová poptávka, horší výsledky nebo tlak vysokého ocenění by mohly převážit nad dosavadním růstem.

Signal history· 2

24/1012:0155 · Neutral
Fastenal vykázal podle zprávy silnější zisk, ale akcie je podle jejího hodnocení stále drahá; další růst by podpořilo udržení výsledkové síly a ocenění.
23/1012:0265 · Slightly positive
Argus zvýšil cílovou cenu Fastenalu z 55 na 59 USD; pokud cenu podpoří výsledky a marže, může to posílit krátkodobý sentiment.

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§ Model fair value (DCF)

Overvalued174% above fair value

18.97

range 14.9 – 24.9

Current price

51.91 USD

23 Oct 26

PriceFair value range (DCF)UndervaluedOvervalued

What the calculation is based on

Model

18.97 USD

range 14.9 USD – 24.9 USD

: 7.0%
: 8.5%
: 0.92 USD

Předpokládaný růst FCF 7 % ročně zohledňuje silný nedávný růst tržeb a EPS, ale počítá s jeho postupným zmírněním u zavedené společnosti. Diskontní sazba 8,5 % reflektuje nízkou betu Fastenalu a současně ponechává rezervu pro podnikatelská rizika.

DCF terms explained+

DCF (discounted cash flow) estimates how much cash the company will generate in the future and converts it into today's value per share.

Free cash flow (FCF) is the money left after running the business and investing. “12 m” means the last 12 months.

The discount rate expresses risk: the riskier the company, the higher the rate and the lower the fair value.

Fair value is a model estimate — not the market price and not an investment recommendation.

With Premium you can adjust growth, the discount rate and free cash flow, and the fair value recalculates live.

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A model estimate, not an investment recommendation. Past performance does not guarantee future results.

§ Valuation check

Is the price reasonable?

Six quick tests: price against fair value, the last year, similar companies and analyst estimates. They are calculated from the numbers, not from AI estimates. This is not a recommendation.

Data 18 of 18

Valuation score

0/ 6

6/6 tests available

1. Below DCF fair value

173.6% above the DCF midpoint.

2. Well below DCF value

Discount = below the range or at least 15% below the midpoint.

3. Price vs. the last year

93% above the 1-year low (40.61 USD to 52.73 USD), based on stored daily prices.

4. P/E vs. similar companies

P/E 41.3 vs. median 30 (77 companies).

5. P/E relative to growth

PEG 3.3; a lower value means cheaper growth.

6. Analyst price target

-1.6% vs. the current price, 13 analysts.

Price vs DCF

Current price

51.91 USD

Low 14.91 USDHigh 24.88 USD

Current priceDCF midpoint: 18.97 USD

Price vs analyst target

Current price

51.91 USD

Low 39.90 USDHigh 60.00 USD

Current priceAverage: 51.07 USD

DCF gap

above range

173.6% above the DCF midpoint (18.97 USD).

Analyst target

-1.6%

Average target 51.07 USD vs. price 51.91 USD.

Analyst consensus

Target range

39.90 USD - 60.00 USD

Coverage

13 analysts

Analyst consensus

2.7 / 5

Changes 180 d

+0 / -0

EPS next year

10.7%

Revenue next year

9.5%

Valuation multiples

41.3

36.6

14.3

6.5

29.1

3.3

52-week range93% above the low

40.61 USD52.73 USD

21.0%

16.0%

15.6%

35.3%

Price vs 50D3.1%

Price vs 200D10.9%

Metrics explained+

Price and fair value

DCF range: A model estimate of fair value from future free cash flow. A price above the range means the market pays a premium over the model; a price below it may signal a more conservative market valuation or an overly optimistic model.
Analyst target: The average and range of the analyst price targets we track. It is the market consensus, not a FinSignal recommendation, and it can lag fast price moves.
52-week range: Shows where the current price sits between the low and high of the last year. A value near the high often signals strong momentum, but on its own says nothing about whether the stock is expensive.
Price vs 50D / 200D: Compares the price with its short- and long-term moving averages. A positive value means the price is above the trend; a negative one below it.

Multiples

P/E: Price relative to current earnings. A lower P/E can mean cheaper, but it can also point to a weak outlook or risk.
Forward P/E: Price relative to next year's expected earnings. For growing companies it is often more useful than the historical P/E because it reflects estimates of future earnings.
P/B: Price relative to the book value of equity. It makes more sense for banks, insurers and capital-intensive companies than for software or brands.
P/S: Price relative to revenue. It helps with companies that have low or negative earnings; a high P/S means the market expects strong growth or future margins.
EV/EBITDA: The value of the whole company, including debt, relative to operating profit before depreciation. Useful for comparing companies with different leverage.
PEG: P/E adjusted for earnings growth. A value around 1 may suggest the valuation matches growth, but the metric is sensitive to estimates.

Growth and quality

EPS growth: Year-on-year change in earnings per share. Strong growth supports a higher valuation, but for cyclical companies it can be temporary.
Revenue growth: The growth rate of sales. It helps tell whether profits grow on real demand or mainly on cost savings.
Net margin: How much of each unit of revenue is left as net profit. A higher margin often points to stronger pricing power or more efficient operations.
ROE: Return on equity. A high ROE can signal a quality business, but check that it is not artificially boosted by heavy debt.

Most data available. Missing values mean the market data source did not provide them for this ticker. The data is indicative and may be delayed. Price as of 23/10/2026.

Management and competitive advantage

Both are estimated by the AI from the company profile, news and results. They do not count towards the 6-pillar financial health score. The AI comments are in Czech.

strong

Management získává solidní hodnocení za rozvoj distribuční a logistické infrastruktury, přičemž vysoké riziko odměňování vedení oslabuje celkové skóre.

strong

Rozsáhlá distribuční síť, logistické kapacity a dlouhodobé vztahy se zákazníky vytvářejí konkurenční výhodu, kterou částečně omezují cykličnost odvětví a cenová konkurence.

Information

Type: Global stock
Symbol: FAST
Exchange: NASDAQ
Currency: USD
Sector: Industrials
: 41.3x
: 59.3B USD
: 10.9 %
: 0.69

§ Risk profile

Výsledky závisí na průmyslové poptávce, která může při zpomalení výroby a stavebnictví oslabit. Českému investorovi přidává měnové riziko kolísání dolaru vůči koruně.

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