Fastenal Company
FASTIndustrialsNASDAQIndustrial Distribution
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Daily timeframeFastenal Company, together with its subsidiaries, engages in the wholesale distribution of industrial and construction supplies in the United States, Canada, Mexico, and internationally. At a $50.74B market cap, Fastenal Company ranks as a large-cap company within industrials. It offers fasteners, and related industrial and construction supplies under the Fastenal name.
Market Cap
$50.74B
Beta
0.74
P/E (TTM)
39.12
P/E (Fwd)
32.31
EPS (TTM)
$1.13
EPS (Fwd)
$1.37
ROE
33.8%
ROA
21.2%
Cash
$308.6M
Total Debt
$445.5M
Free CF
$903.9M
52W Change
8.0%
Annual Financials
Cash vs Debt
On the balance sheet, FAST has $308.6M in cash with $445.5M in obligations. The ability to service this debt comfortably depends on continued operational cash generation. Free cash flow comes in at $903.9M, providing flexibility for reinvestment, buybacks, or dividends. Consistent free cash flow generation is often considered a sign of operational health. Return on equity stands at 33.8%, which is exceptionally high for the sector. ROE measures how effectively a company uses shareholder capital to generate profits. Return on assets of 21.2% further supports the picture of efficient asset utilization. Revenue has been uneven over recent years, ranging from $6.98B to $8.20B.
As with any equity investment, FAST carries market risk, sector-specific risk, and company-specific risk that investors should evaluate in the context of their own portfolios. These risk factors are not exhaustive — macroeconomic shifts, regulatory changes, and competitive dynamics can all influence Fastenal Company's trajectory.