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IndustrialsIndustry:
Industrial DistributionCountry:
United StatesIPO:
20 August 1987Website:
http://www.fastenal.comNext earnings report:
17 January 2025Last dividends:
25 October 2024Next dividends:
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Fastenal's FAST stock has risen over 250% since 2016, thanks to an increase in customers, more Onsite locations, better service, and improved business performance. This upward trend in stock prices may keep going as these factors continue to produce positive results.
Examine how Fastenal's (FAST) international revenue has been performing and its impact on financial analysts' forecasts on Wall Street, as well as the future outlook for the stock.
Fastenal announced Q3 earnings that exceeded expectations, leading to a 10% increase in its stock price. Since it started, the company has seen a return of over 51,000%, which is nearly a 20% compound annual growth rate. Earlier this year, Fastenal became a dividend champion, but investors should keep an eye on the increasing payout ratio.
Fastenal's stock, listed on NASDAQ as FAST, has risen over 250% since 2016, thanks to an increase in customers, more Onsite locations, better service, and improved business performance. This upward trend in stock prices may keep going as these factors continue to produce positive results.
On Friday, Fastenal (FAST) had the highest share gains in the S&P 500 after the company, which produces fasteners and other industrial products, announced a rise in revenue despite sales being affected by Hurricane Helene.
Fastenal Company (NASDAQ:FAST) held its Q3 2024 Earnings Call on October 11, 2024, at 10:00 AM ET. The call featured company representatives including Taylor Ranta, the Accounting Manager, Dan Florness, the CEO, and Holden Lewis, the CFO. Participants from various financial institutions were also present, and the operator announced that everyone was in listen-only mode.
FAST's results for the third quarter of 2024 show a rise in unit sales, mainly due to growth with bigger clients. However, this was balanced out by a less favorable mix of customers and products.
Fastenal (FAST) reported quarterly earnings of $0.52 per share, matching the Zacks Consensus Estimate. This is the same as the earnings of $0.52 per share from the previous year.
Being the first industrial company to share its earnings, its results might show how strong the economy is.
WINONA, Minn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Fastenal Company (Nasdaq:FAST), often referred to as 'Fastenal' or 'we', announced that its board of directors has approved a cash dividend of $0.39 per share. This payment will be made on November 22, 2024, to shareholders who are on record as of the end of business on October 25, 2024. Fastenal started paying annual dividends in 1991 and switched to semi-annual dividends in 2003, later increasing the frequency.
What type of business is Fastenal?
Fastenal Company is an American company engaged in wholesale sales of fasteners and industrial construction materials in the United States and abroad. The company was founded in 1967 and is based in Winona, Minnesota. The company's portfolio includes threaded fasteners, bolts, nuts, screws, studs and corresponding washers, as well as various consumables and equipment such as machine keys, concrete anchors, metal frame systems and related accessories.
What sector is Fastenal in?
Fastenal is in the Industrials sector
What industry is Fastenal in?
Fastenal is in the Industrial Distribution industry
What country is Fastenal from?
Fastenal is headquartered in United States
When did Fastenal go public?
Fastenal initial public offering (IPO) was on 20 August 1987
What is Fastenal website?
https://www.fastenal.com
Is Fastenal in the S&P 500?
Yes, Fastenal is included in the S&P 500 index
Is Fastenal in the NASDAQ 100?
Yes, Fastenal is included in the NASDAQ 100 index
Is Fastenal in the Dow Jones?
No, Fastenal is not included in the Dow Jones index
When was Fastenal the previous earnings report?
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When does Fastenal earnings report?
The next expected earnings date for Fastenal is 17 January 2025