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Fastenal began as an industrial retailer, expanding its product portfolio from nuts and bolts to cutting tools, safety equipment, and janitorial supplies. It transitioned into a distributor by building out a dense network of branches close to its business customers. Once a customer becomes large enough, Fastenal installs vending machines and its own personnel on-site. Today, these on-site locations exceed Fastenal's branch count and remain the firm's main focus for expansion. Fastenal acts as a one-stop outsourcing partner for its industrial customers, offering value-added services along with a wide breadth of maintenance, repair, and operations supplies.

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Fastenal (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FAST#NASDAQ">FAST</a>) will release its quarterly earnings report on Monday, 2025-07-14. Here's a brief overview for investors ahead of the announcement.
Analysts anticipate Fastenal to report an earnings per share (EPS) of $0.28.
The announcement from Fastenal is eagerly anticipated, with investors seeking news of surpassing estimates and favorable guidance for the next quarter.
It's worth noting for new investors that guidance can be a key determinant of stock price movements.
<h3>Historical Earnings Performance</h3>
During the last quarter, the company reported an EPS missed by $0.00, leading to a 0.0% drop in the share price on the subsequent day.
Here's a look at Fastenal's past performance and the resulting price change:

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<th>Quarter</th>
<th>Q1 2025</th>
<th>Q4 2024</th>
<th>Q3 2024</th>
<th>Q2 2024</th>
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</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>EPS Estimate</td>
<td>0.26</td>
<td>0.24</td>
<td>0.26</td>
<td>0.26</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>EPS Actual</td>
<td>0.26</td>
<td>0.23</td>
<td>0.26</td>
<td>0.26</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Price Change %</td>
<td>6.0%</td>
<td>2.0%</td>
<td>10.0%</td>
<td>2.0%</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1752246016_0.png" alt="eps graph" />
<h3>Fastenal Share Price Analysis</h3>
Shares of Fastenal were trading at $43.56 as of July 10. Over the last 52-week period, shares are up 27.36%. Given that these returns are generally positive, long-term shareholders should be satisfied going into this earnings release. 
<h3>Analyst Opinions on Fastenal</h3>
For investors, staying informed about market sentiments and expectations in the industry is paramount. This analysis provides an exploration of the latest insights on Fastenal.
A total of 6 analyst ratings have been received for Fastenal, with the consensus rating being Neutral. The average one-year price target stands at $54.5, suggesting a potential 25.11% upside.
<h3>Analyzing Analyst Ratings Among Peers</h3>
The following analysis focuses on the analyst ratings and average 1-year price targets of W.W. Grainger, United Rentals and Ferguson Enterprises, three prominent industry players, providing insights into their relative performance expectations and market positioning.
<ul>
<li>Analysts currently favor an Neutral trajectory for W.W. Grainger, with an average 1-year price target of $1134.5, suggesting a potential 2504.45% upside.</li>
<li>Analysts currently favor an Outperform trajectory for United Rentals, with an average 1-year price target of $820.3, suggesting a potential 1783.15% upside.</li>
<li>Analysts currently favor an Outperform trajectory for Ferguson Enterprises, with an average 1-year price target of $225.17, suggesting a potential 416.92% upside.</li>
</ul>
<h3>Peer Metrics Summary</h3>
In the peer analysis summary, key metrics for W.W. Grainger, United Rentals and Ferguson Enterprises are highlighted, providing an understanding of their respective standings within the industry and offering insights into their market positions and comparative performance.

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<th>Company</th>
<th>Consensus</th>
<th>Revenue Growth</th>
<th>Gross Profit</th>
<th>Return on Equity</th>
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<td>Fastenal</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>3.39%</td>
<td>$883.90M</td>
<td>8.18%</td>
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<td>W.W. Grainger</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>1.68%</td>
<td>$1.71B</td>
<td>14.01%</td>
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<td>United Rentals</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>6.71%</td>
<td>$1.36B</td>
<td>5.95%</td>
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<td>Ferguson Enterprises</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>4.28%</td>
<td>$2.36B</td>
<td>7.44%</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

Key Takeaway:
Fastenal ranks at the top for Revenue Growth among its peers. It is in the middle for Gross Profit. Fastenal is at the bottom for Return on Equity.
<h3>All You Need to Know About Fastenal</h3>
Fastenal began as an industrial retailer, expanding its product portfolio from nuts and bolts to cutting tools, safety equipment, and janitorial supplies. It transitioned into a distributor by building out a dense network of branches close to its business customers. Once a customer becomes large enough, Fastenal installs vending machines and its own personnel on-site. Today, these on-site locations exceed Fastenal's branch count and remain the firm's main focus for expansion. Fastenal acts as a one-stop outsourcing partner for its industrial customers, offering value-added services along with a wide breadth of maintenance, repair, and operations supplies.
<h3>A Deep Dive into Fastenal's Financials</h3>
Market Capitalization Analysis: Above industry benchmarks, the company's market capitalization emphasizes a noteworthy size, indicative of a strong market presence.
Revenue Growth: Fastenal's remarkable performance in 3 months is evident. As of 31 March, 2025, the company achieved an impressive revenue growth rate of 3.39%. This signifies a substantial increase in the company's top-line earnings. In comparison to its industry peers, the company trails behind with a growth rate lower than the average among peers in the Industrials sector.
Net Margin: Fastenal's financial strength is reflected in its exceptional net margin, which exceeds industry averages. With a remarkable net margin of 15.24%, the company showcases strong profitability and effective cost management.
Return on Equity (ROE): Fastenal's ROE lags behind industry averages, suggesting challenges in maximizing returns on equity capital. With an ROE of 8.18%, the company may face hurdles in achieving optimal financial performance.
Return on Assets (ROA): Fastenal's ROA excels beyond industry benchmarks, reaching 6.24%. This signifies efficient management of assets and strong financial health.
Debt Management: Fastenal's debt-to-equity ratio is below the industry average at 0.13, reflecting a lower dependency on debt financing and a more conservative financial approach.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/FAST/earnings">To track all earnings releases for Fastenal visit their earnings calendar on our site.</a>
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

A Look at Fastenal's Upcoming Earnings Report

Loop Capital analyst Chris Dankert maintains Fastenal (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FAST#NASDAQ">FAST</a>) with a Hold and raises the price target from $40 to $45.

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Loop Capital Maintains Hold on Fastenal, Raises Price Target to $45

Fastenal Company (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FAST#NASDAQ">FAST</a>) will release earnings results for the second quarter, before the opening <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/fast/earnings">bell on Monday, July 14.</a>
Analysts expect the Andover, Massachusetts-based company to report quarterly earnings at 28 cents per share, up from 25 cents per share in the year-ago period. Fastenal projects to report quarterly revenue at $2.07 billion, compared to $1.92 billion a year earlier, according to data from <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/dashboard">Benzinga Pro</a>.
On April 23, Fastenal announced a two-for-one stock split.
Fastenal shares fell 0.4% to close at $42.68 on Wednesday.
Benzinga readers can access the latest analyst ratings on the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-ratings/analyst-color/22/09/28888638/exclusive-study-finds-benzinga-analyst-ratings-data-yields-market-beating-strategie">Analyst Stock Ratings</a> page. Readers can sort by stock ticker, company name, analyst firm, rating change or other variables.
Let's have a look at how Benzinga's most-accurate <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/fast/analyst-ratings">analysts have rated the company</a> in the recent period.
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<li>Morgan Stanley analyst Chris Snyder maintained an Equal-Weight rating and raised the price target from $38 to $40 on May 23, 2025. This analyst has an accuracy rate of 73%.</li>
<li>Stephens &amp; Co. analyst Tommy Moll maintained an Equal-Weight rating and increased the price target from $75 to $80 on April 15, 2025. This analyst has an accuracy rate of 76%.</li>
<li>Baird analyst David Manthey maintained a Neutral rating and raised the price target from $80 to $86 on April 14, 2025. This analyst has an accuracy rate of 77%.</li>
<li>William Blair analyst Ryan Merkel upgraded the stock from Market Perform to Outperform on March 10, 2025. This analyst has an accuracy rate of 67%.</li>
<li>Stifel analyst Brian Butler maintained a Hold rating and cut the price target from $86 to $82 on Jan. 21, 2025. This analyst has an accuracy rate of 63%.</li>
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Considering buying FAST stock? Here&#8217;s what analysts think: 
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Fastenal Earnings Are Imminent; These Most Accurate Analysts Revise Forecasts Ahead Of Earnings Call

Fastenal (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FAST#NASDAQ">FAST</a>) has outperformed the market over the past 20 years by 4.23% on an annualized basis producing an average annual return of 12.77%. Currently, Fastenal has a market capitalization of $48.21 billion. 
Buying $1000 In FAST: If an investor had bought $1000 of FAST stock 20 years ago, it would be worth $11,127.67 today based on a price of $42.02 for FAST at the time of writing.
<h3>Fastenal's Performance Over Last 20 Years</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1751319917_0.png" alt="comp_fig" />
Finally -- what's the point of all this? The key insight to take from this article is to note how much of a difference compounded returns can make in your cash growth over a period of time.
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

Here's How Much $1000 Invested In Fastenal 20 Years Ago Would Be Worth Today

Fastenal (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FAST#NASDAQ">FAST</a>) has outperformed the market over the past 5 years by 1.53% on an annualized basis producing an average annual return of 15.98%. Currently, Fastenal has a market capitalization of $49.01 billion. 
Buying $100 In FAST: If an investor had bought $100 of FAST stock 5 years ago, it would be worth $213.28 today based on a price of $42.72 for FAST at the time of writing.
<h3>Fastenal's Performance Over Last 5 Years</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1749599113_0.png" alt="comp_fig" />
Finally -- what's the point of all this? The key insight to take from this article is to note how much of a difference compounded returns can make in your cash growth over a period of time.
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

$100 Invested In Fastenal 5 Years Ago Would Be Worth This Much Today

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Fastenal (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FAST#NASDAQ">FAST</a>) has outperformed the market over the past 20 years by 4.35% on an annualized basis producing an average annual return of 12.67%. Currently, Fastenal has a market capitalization of $46.90 billion. 
Buying $1000 In FAST: If an investor had bought $1000 of FAST stock 20 years ago, it would be worth $11,067.34 today based on a price of $40.88 for FAST at the time of writing.
<h3>Fastenal's Performance Over Last 20 Years</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1749068124_0.png" alt="comp_fig" />
Finally -- what's the point of all this? The key insight to take from this article is to note how much of a difference compounded returns can make in your cash growth over a period of time.
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

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BOBP seeks to capture systematically these skewness-driven opportunities by dynamically rebalancing its components as market conditions change. 
The methodology for the index includes quantitative entry and exit triggers, and thus it is a relatively tactical strategy versus more static large-cap benchmarks.
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The fund provides investors with exposure to a quantitatively constructed portfolio of 50 large-cap U.S. securities chosen by CORE16&#8217;s proprietary algorithm. These securities include SPDR Bloomberg 1-3 Month T-Bill ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BIL#NYSE">BIL</a>), Fastenal Co (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FAST#NASDAQ">FAST</a>), Kenvue Inc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/KVUE#NYSE">KVUE</a>) and Boeing&nbsp;(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BA#NYSE">BA</a>).
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JP Morgan analyst Patrick Baumann maintains Fastenal (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FAST#NASDAQ">FAST</a>) with a Neutral and raises the price target from $36 to $38.

JP Morgan Maintains Neutral on Fastenal, Raises Price Target to $38

Morgan Stanley analyst Chris Snyder maintains Fastenal (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FAST#NASDAQ">FAST</a>) with a Equal-Weight and raises the price target from $38 to $40.

Morgan Stanley Maintains Equal-Weight on Fastenal, Raises Price Target to $40

Morgan Stanley analyst Chris Snyder maintains Fastenal (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FAST#NASDAQ">FAST</a>) with a Equal-Weight and lowers the price target from $76 to $38.

Morgan Stanley Maintains Equal-Weight on Fastenal, Lowers Price Target to $38

Fastenal (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FAST#NASDAQ">FAST</a>) has outperformed the market over the past 20 years by 4.77% on an annualized basis producing an average annual return of 13.08%. Currently, Fastenal has a market capitalization of $47.35 billion. 
Buying $1000 In FAST: If an investor had bought $1000 of FAST stock 20 years ago, it would be worth $11,745.80 today based on a price of $82.55 for FAST at the time of writing.
<h3>Fastenal's Performance Over Last 20 Years</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1747665013_0.png" alt="comp_fig" />
Finally -- what's the point of all this? The key insight to take from this article is to note how much of a difference compounded returns can make in your cash growth over a period of time.
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

$1000 Invested In This Stock 20 Years Ago Would Be Worth This Much Today

Live On CNBC, Bill Baruch Announces Bought Fastenal

A significant insider transaction involving the exercise of company stock options was reported on April 28, by DANIEL FLORNESS, CEO at Fastenal (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FAST#NASDAQ">FAST</a>), as per the latest SEC filing.
What Happened: FLORNESS, CEO at Fastenal, made a strategic move by exercising stock options for 50,000 shares of FAST as detailed in a Form 4 filing on Monday with the <a href="https://www.sec.gov/Archives/edgar/data/0000815556/000081555625000090//Archives/edgar/data/815556/000081555625000090/0000815556-25-000090-index.htm">U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission</a>. The transaction value amounted to $2,629,999.
The latest update on Tuesday morning shows Fastenal shares down by 0.01%, trading at $80.1. At this price, FLORNESS's 50,000 shares are worth $2,629,999.
<h3>Discovering Fastenal: A Closer Look</h3>
Fastenal opened its first fastener store in 1967 in Winona, Minnesota. Since then, it has greatly expanded its footprint as well as its products and services. Today, Fastenal serves its 400,000 active customers through approximately 1,600 branches, over 2,000 on-site locations, and 15 distribution centers. Since 1993, the company has added other product categories, but fasteners remain its largest category at about 30%-35% of sales. Fastenal also offers customers supply chain solutions, such as vending and vendor-managed inventory.
<h3>Fastenal's Economic Impact: An Analysis</h3>
Revenue Growth: Over the 3 months period, Fastenal showcased positive performance, achieving a revenue growth rate of 3.39% as of 31 March, 2025. This reflects a substantial increase in the company's top-line earnings. As compared to competitors, the company encountered difficulties, with a growth rate lower than the average among peers in the Industrials sector.
Interpreting Earnings Metrics:
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Gross Margin: With a high gross margin of 45.11%, the company demonstrates effective cost control and strong profitability relative to its peers.
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Earnings per Share (EPS): Fastenal's EPS lags behind the industry average, indicating concerns and potential challenges with a current EPS of 0.52.
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Debt Management: Fastenal's debt-to-equity ratio is below the industry average at 0.13, reflecting a lower dependency on debt financing and a more conservative financial approach.
Evaluating Valuation:
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Price to Earnings (P/E) Ratio: With a higher-than-average P/E ratio of 40.05, Fastenal's stock is perceived as being overvalued in the market.
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Price to Sales (P/S) Ratio: With a relatively high Price to Sales ratio of 6.05 as compared to the industry average, the stock might be considered overvalued based on sales performance.
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EV/EBITDA Analysis (Enterprise Value to its Earnings Before Interest, Taxes, Depreciation &amp; Amortization): Fastenal's EV/EBITDA ratio of 27.26 exceeds industry averages, indicating a premium valuation in the market
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Market Capitalization Analysis: The company's market capitalization surpasses industry averages, showcasing a dominant size relative to peers and suggesting a strong market position.
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<h3>Exploring the Significance of Insider Trading</h3>
Insider transactions, although significant, should be considered within the larger context of market analysis and trends.
Within the legal framework, an "insider" is defined as any officer, director, or beneficial owner holding more than ten percent of a company's equity securities as per Section 12 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. This includes executives in the c-suite and major hedge funds. These insiders are mandated to disclose their transactions through a Form 4 filing, to be submitted within two business days of the transaction.
The initiation of a new purchase by a company insider serves as a strong indication that they expect the stock to rise.
However, insider sells may not always signal a bearish view and can be influenced by various factors.
<h3>Transaction Codes Worth Your Attention</h3>
In the domain of transactions, <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/investing-tools">investors</a> frequently turn their focus to those taking place in the open market, as meticulously outlined in Table I of the Form 4 filing. A P in Box 3 indicates a purchase, while S signifies a sale. Transaction code C signals the conversion of an option, and transaction code A denotes a grant, award, or other acquisition of securities from the company.
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Engaging In Options Activity, DANIEL FLORNESS Exercises Options Valued At $2.63M In Fastenal

Fastenal (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FAST#NASDAQ">FAST</a>) has outperformed the market over the past 20 years by 5.24% on an annualized basis producing an average annual return of 13.27%. Currently, Fastenal has a market capitalization of $47.09 billion. 
Buying $1000 In FAST: If an investor had bought $1000 of FAST stock 20 years ago, it would be worth $12,120.32 today based on a price of $82.09 for FAST at the time of writing.
<h3>Fastenal's Performance Over Last 20 Years</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1745532017_0.png" alt="comp_fig" />
Finally -- what's the point of all this? The key insight to take from this article is to note how much of a difference compounded returns can make in your cash growth over a period of time.
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

Fastenal Company (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FAST#NASDAQ">FAST</a>) ('Fastenal', the 'Company', 'we', 'our', or 'us') announced today that its board of directors approved a two-for-one stock split of the Company's outstanding common stock to be effected through an amendment to the Company's Restated Articles of Incorporation (the 'Amendment'). The Amendment will also effect a proportionate increase in the number of shares of authorized common stock.
Holders of record of the Company's common stock at the close of business on May 5, 2025 will receive one additional share of common stock for every share of common stock they own. The stock split will take effect at the close of business on May 21, 2025, and trading is expected to begin on a split-adjusted basis on or about May 22, 2025.

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Fastenal Company Announces 2-For-1 Stock Split. Expected To Begin On A Split-Adjusted Basis On Or About May 22, 2025

Fastenal (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FAST#NASDAQ">FAST</a>) has outperformed the market over the past 15 years by 2.18% on an annualized basis producing an average annual return of 12.45%. Currently, Fastenal has a market capitalization of $46.88 billion. 
Buying $1000 In FAST: If an investor had bought $1000 of FAST stock 15 years ago, it would be worth $5,806.41 today based on a price of $81.73 for FAST at the time of writing.
<h3>Fastenal's Performance Over Last 15 Years</h3>
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Finally -- what's the point of all this? The key insight to take from this article is to note how much of a difference compounded returns can make in your cash growth over a period of time.
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Fastenal's (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FAST#NYSE">FAST</a>) short percent of float has risen 3.28% since its last report. The company recently reported that it has 14.22 million shares sold short, which is 2.83% of all regular shares that are available for trading. Based on its trading volume, it would take traders 4.34 days to cover their short positions on average.
<h3>Why Short Interest Matters</h3>
Short interest is the number of shares that have been sold short but have not yet been covered or closed out. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-short-a-stock?adType=benzinga-insights&amp;ad=short-interest&amp;campaign=wallstreetadvantage">Short selling</a> is when a trader sells shares of a company they do not own, with the hope that the price will fall. Traders make money from short selling if the price of the stock falls and they lose if it rises.
Short interest is important to track because it can act as an indicator of market sentiment towards a particular stock. An increase in short interest can signal that investors have become more bearish, while a decrease in short interest can signal they have become more bullish.
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<h3>Fastenal Short Interest Graph (3 Months)</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1744729224_0.png" alt="short_fig" />
As you can see from the chart above the percentage of shares that are sold short for Fastenal has grown since its last report. This does not mean that the stock is going to fall in the near-term but traders should be aware that more shares are being shorted.
<h3>Comparing Fastenal's Short Interest Against Its Peers</h3>
Peer comparison is a popular technique amongst analysts and investors for gauging how well a company is performing. A company's peer is another company that has similar characteristics to it, such as industry, size, age, and financial structure. You can find a company's peer group by reading its 10-K, proxy filing, or by doing your own similarity analysis.
According to <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pro/">Benzinga Pro</a>, Fastenal's peer group average for short interest as a percentage of float is 5.46%, which means the company has less short interest than most of its peers.
Did you know that increasing short interest can actually be bullish for a stock? <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-make-money-on-a-short-squeeze?adType=benzinga-insights&amp;ad=short-interest&amp;campaign=wallstreetadvantage">This post by Benzinga Money explains how you can profit from it.</a>
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<li>Mizuho cut the price target for Zoom Communications Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ZM#NASDAQ">ZM</a>) from $105 to $71. Mizuho analyst Siti Panigrahi maintained an Outperform rating. Zoom Communications shares closed at $71.98 on Monday. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/CM/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock.</a></li>
<li>JP Morgan slashed Science Applications International Corporation (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SAIC#NASDAQ">SAIC</a>) price target from $148 to $140. JP Morgan analyst Seth Seifman maintained an Overweight rating. Science Applications International shares settled at $117.55 on Monday. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/SAIC/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock</a>.</li>
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<li>Evercore ISI Group slashed Arista Networks Inc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ANET#NYSE">ANET</a>) price target from $130 to $100. Evercore ISI Group analyst Amit Daryanani maintained an Outperform rating. Arista Networks shares closed at $73.59 on Monday.  <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/ANET/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock</a>.</li>
<li>JP Morgan increased the price target for Triumph Group, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TGI#NYSE">TGI</a>) from $17 to $26. JP Morgan analyst Seth Seifman upgraded the stock from Underweight to Neutral. Triumph shares settled at $24.90 on Monday. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/TGI/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock</a>.</li>
<li>Baird raised Alignment Healthcare, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ALHC#NASDAQ">ALHC</a>) price target from $17 to $22. Baird analyst Michael Ha maintained an Outperform rating. Alignment Healthcare shares closed at $19.13 on Monday. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/alhc/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock</a>.</li>
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