# Fastenal Co. (FAST)

**Exchange:** NASDAQ  
**Sector:** Industrials  
**Market cap:** $53.24B  
**Price:** $46.39 (+0.78%)

> Fastenal Co. is an industrial distribution company specializing in fasteners, tools, and a broad range of maintenance, repair, and operations supplies. It serves as a one-stop outsourcing partner for business customers by providing value-added services alongside its extensive product portfolio, which includes cutting tools, safety equipment, and janitorial supplies. Fastenal operates a dense network of branches located near its industrial clients and emphasizes on-site solutions, such as vending machines and dedicated personnel at customer locations, which now surpass its traditional branch count. The company also runs hardware stores to support its distribution activities. These offerings cater primarily to manufacturing, construction, and other industrial sectors, enabling efficient supply chain management for ongoing operational needs. Founded in 1967 and headquartered in Winona, Minnesota, Fastenal Co. plays a key role in the industrial distribution market by focusing on proximity, customization, and comprehensive inventory solutions.

## Income Statement (Annual, USD)

| Fiscal Year | Revenue | Gross Profit | Operating Income | Net Income | EPS (dil.) |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| 2025 | $8.20B | $3.69B | $1.66B | $1.26B | $1.09 |
| 2024 | $7.55B | $3.40B | $1.51B | $1.15B | $1.00 |
| 2023 | $7.35B | $3.35B | $1.53B | $1.16B | $2.02 |
| 2022 | $6.98B | $3.22B | $1.45B | $1.09B | $1.89 |
| 2021 | $6.01B | $2.78B | $1.22B | $925M | $1.60 |
| 2020 | $5.65B | $2.57B | $1.14B | $859M | $1.49 |

## Balance Sheet (Annual, USD)

| Fiscal Year | Total Assets | Total Liabilities | Equity | Cash | Long-term Debt |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| 2025 | $5.05B | $1.11B | $3.94B | $277M | $311M |
| 2024 | $4.70B | $1.08B | $3.62B | $256M | $312M |
| 2023 | $4.46B | $1.11B | $3.35B | $221M | $379M |
| 2022 | $4.55B | $1.39B | $3.16B | $230M | $508M |
| 2021 | $4.30B | $1.26B | $3.04B | $236M | $486M |
| 2020 | $3.96B | $1.23B | $2.73B | $246M | $517M |

## Cash Flow (Annual, USD)

| Fiscal Year | Operating Cash Flow | CapEx | Free Cash Flow |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| 2025 | $1.26B | -$231M | $1.05B |
| 2024 | $1.19B | -$214M | $947M |
| 2023 | $1.44B | -$161M | $1.26B |
| 2022 | $999M | -$162M | $767M |
| 2021 | $743M | -$148M | $614M |
| 2020 | $1.08B | -$158M | $934M |

Source: [CompaniesByCap](https://companiesbycap.com/company/FAST)