Announcement • Jul 17
Fastenal Company Announces Director Changes, Effective July 16, 2026 Fastenal Company appointed Jeffery M. Watts as a director of the Company to succeed Daniel L. Florness, effective as of July 16, 2026. Mr. Watts was elected to serve as a director until the Company's next annual meeting of shareholders or until his successor is duly elected and qualified. Declared Dividend • Jul 16
Second quarter dividend of US$0.26 announced Shareholders will receive a dividend of US$0.26. Ex-date: 28th July 2026 Payment date: 25th August 2026 Dividend yield will be 2.1%, which is lower than the industry average of 2.7%. Sustainability & Growth Dividend is covered by earnings (78% earnings payout ratio) but not adequately covered by cash flows (95% cash payout ratio). The dividend has increased by an average of 13% per year over the past 10 years and has been stable with no material reductions to payments, indicating a long track record of dividend growth and stability. EPS is expected to grow by 31% over the next 3 years, which should provide support to the dividend and adequate earnings cover. Reported Earnings • Jul 15
Second quarter 2026 earnings released: EPS: US$0.33 (vs US$0.29 in 2Q 2025) Second quarter 2026 results: EPS: US$0.33 (up from US$0.29 in 2Q 2025). Revenue: US$2.39b (up 15% from 2Q 2025). Net income: US$382.8m (up 16% from 2Q 2025). Profit margin: 16% (in line with 2Q 2025). Revenue is forecast to grow 8.2% p.a. on average during the next 3 years, compared to a 4.9% growth forecast for the Trade Distributors industry in Europe. Over the last 3 years on average, earnings per share has increased by 5% per year but the company’s share price has increased by 16% per year, which means it is tracking significantly ahead of earnings growth. Announcement • Jul 15
Fastenal Company to Report Q2, 2027 Results on Jul 14, 2027 Fastenal Company announced that they will report Q2, 2027 results at 7:00 AM, US Eastern Standard Time on Jul 14, 2027 Announcement • Jul 12
Fastenal Company Announces Cash Dividend for the Third Quarter of 2026, Payable on August 25, 2026 Fastenal Company reported its board of directors declared a dividend of $0.26 per share for the third quarter of 2026 to be paid in cash on August 25, 2026 to shareholders of record at the close of business on July 28, 2026. Announcement • Jun 13
Fastenal Company Elects Mr. Vishal Talwar as A Director, Effective June 12, 2026 Fastenal Company announced that on June 12, 2026, the Board of Directors elected Mr. Vishal Talwar as a director of the Company, effective on June 12, 2026, increasing the number of directors on the Board from eleven to twelve on this date. Mr. Talwar was elected to serve as an independent director until the Company's next annual meeting of shareholders or until his successor is duly elected and qualified. The Board also appointed Mr. Talwar to serve on the Board's Nominating and Corporate Governance Committee, effective on the same date. Mr. Talwar is currently the Executive Vice President and Chief Digital and Information Officer of FedEx Corporation, and President of FedEx DataWorks, since August 15, 2025. Mr. Talwar oversees enterprise architecture, cybersecurity, and data platforms, focused on enabling data-driven decision-making at every level of the organization. From April 14, 2015 to August 14, 2025, Mr. Talwar was a consultant and executive leader for Accenture plc. His last position was serving as Senior Managing Director and Chief Growth Officer for Accenture Technology, where he led global offerings, solutions, and go-to-market teams supporting Fortune Global 2000 clients. From 2014 to 2015, Mr. Talwar served as Vice President at Wipro, a leading global information technology, consulting, and business process services company, headquartered in Bangalore, India. From 2011 to July 2014, he served as Managing Director at Dell Technologies and from 2006 to 2011, he served as Associate Partner at International Business Machines Corporation (IBM). From 1996 to 2006, he held senior technology consulting leadership roles, building deep experience across enterprise technology transformation. Announcement • Apr 13
Fastenal Company to Report Q1, 2027 Results on Apr 12, 2027 Fastenal Company announced that they will report Q1, 2027 results at 7:00 AM, US Eastern Standard Time on Apr 12, 2027 Announcement • Apr 11
Fastenal Company Declares Cash Dividend for the Second Quarter of 2026, Payable on May 26, 2026 Fastenal Company declared cash dividend of $0.24 per share for the second quarter of 2026, to be paid on May 26, 2026 to shareholders of record at the close of business on April 28, 2026. First Quarter 2026: $0.240 per share. Announcement • Feb 26
Fastenal Company, Annual General Meeting, Apr 23, 2026 Fastenal Company, Annual General Meeting, Apr 23, 2026. Location: 3560 service drive winona, minnesota 55987, minnesota United States Announcement • Jan 21
Fastenal Company to Report Q4, 2026 Results on Jan 19, 2027 Fastenal Company announced that they will report Q4, 2026 results at 6:00 AM, Central Standard Time on Jan 19, 2027 Announcement • Jan 17
Fastenal Company Announces Cash Dividend, Payable on February 26, 2026 Fastenal Company reported its board of directors declared a dividend of $0.24 per share to be paid in cash on February 26, 2026 to shareholders of record at the close of business on January 29, 2026. Announcement • Oct 14
Fastenal Company to Report Q3, 2026 Results on Oct 14, 2026 Fastenal Company announced that they will report Q3, 2026 results at 6:00 AM, Central Standard Time on Oct 14, 2026 Announcement • Oct 12
Fastenal Company Announces Cash Dividend, Payable on November 25, 2025 Fastenal Company reported its board of directors declared a dividend of $0.22 per share to be paid in cash on November 25, 2025 to shareholders of record at the close of business on October 28, 2025. Announcement • Jul 15
Fastenal Company to Report Q2, 2026 Results on Jul 13, 2026 Fastenal Company announced that they will report Q2, 2026 results at 6:00 AM, Central Standard Time on Jul 13, 2026 Announcement • Jul 12
Fastenal Company Announces Cash Dividend, Payable on August 26, 2025 Fastenal Company reported its board of directors declared a dividend of $0.22 per share to be paid in cash on August 26, 2025 to shareholders of record at the close of business on July 29, 2025. Except for share and per share information, dollar amounts are stated in millions. Share and per share information in this release has been adjusted to reflect a previously announced two-for-one stock split which took effect at the close of business on May 21, 2025. Announcement • Mar 08
Fastenal Company to Report Fiscal Year 2025 Results on Jan 19, 2026 Fastenal Company announced that they will report fiscal year 2025 results at 6:00 AM, Central Standard Time on Jan 19, 2026 Announcement • Feb 27
Fastenal Company, Annual General Meeting, Apr 24, 2025 Fastenal Company, Annual General Meeting, Apr 24, 2025. Location: 3560 service drive, minnesota 55987, winona United States Announcement • Jan 18
Fastenal Company Announces Director Changes On January 16, 2025, Nicholas J. Lundquist, a director of the Board of Directors of Fastenal Company, informed the Company that he will not stand for re-election as a director of the Company and tendered his notification of ineligibility, effective as of January 16, 2025. Mr. Lundquist's not standing for re-election was not the result of any disagreements with the Company on matters related to its operations, policies, or practices, but based on his ineligibility to continue to serve on the Board pursuant to the Company's Corporate Governance Guidelines, which impose a five-year term limit for former employees of the Company. Mr. Lundquist has served on the Board since October 2019. Mr. Lundquist began his career with the Company in March 1979 serving in various distribution and sales leadership roles of increasing responsibility, including Executive Vice President, Chief Operating Officer, and Senior Executive Vice President. Mr. Lundquist spent his career with Fastenal, successfully working with, managing, and providing leadership to many of the departments and disciplines integral to the Company's growth and financial success. His career path epitomizes the Company's 'promote from within' philosophy which is a cornerstone of Fastenal's culture. The Board thanks Mr. Lundquist for his 46 years of dedicated service as an employee and as a director of the Company, and wishes him all the best in his future endeavors. Also on January 16, 2025, the Board elected as a director of the Company, Mr. Brady D. Ericson, effective as of the same date, keeping the number of directors on the Board at eleven. Mr. Ericson was elected to serve as an independent director for a term expiring at the Company's next annual meeting of shareholders and until his successor is duly elected and qualified. The Board also appointed Mr. Ericson to serve on the Audit Committee of the Company, effective as of the same date. Mr. Ericson has served as the President and Chief Executive Officer of PHINIA Inc., located in Auburn Hills, Michigan, since July 2023. PHINIA is a publicly-traded, global, market-leading provider of premium solutions and components across commercial vehicles, industrial applications, and the automobile industry. From March 2022 to July 2023, Mr. Ericson served as President and General Manager of the Fuel Systems and Aftermarket segment of BorgWarner that principally became PHINIA following its spin-off. From June 2019 to March 2022, Mr. Ericson served as the President and General Manager of the Morse Systems segment at BorgWarner. From 1998 through 2019, he served in various positions of increasing leadership at BorgWarner. Announcement • Jan 17
Fastenal Company Announces Cash Dividend, Payable on February 28, 2025 Fastenal Company reported its board of directors declared a dividend of $0.43 per share to be paid in cash on February 28, 2025 to shareholders of record at the close of business on January 31, 2025. Announcement • Dec 28
Fastenal Company Announces Resignation of Holden Lewis as Chief Financial Officer, Effective April 16, 2025 On December 23, 2024, Holden Lewis, Chief Financial Officer of Fastenal Company (the 'Company'), provided written notice to the Company of his resignation, effective on April 16, 2025 (the 'Effective Date'). Mr. Lewis' resignation was not due to any disagreement with the Company on any matter relating to the Company's operations, policies, or practices, including with respect to any matters relating to the Company's accounting practices or financial reporting. Mr. Lewis intends to remain an employee of the Company and continue to serve as the Senior Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer of the Company until the Effective Date and he has informed the Company he will assist with the efficient transition of his responsibilities to a replacement. Announcement • Dec 27
Fastenal Company Announces Resignation of Holden Lewis as Senior Executive Vice President, Effective April 16, 2025 On December 23, 2024, Holden Lewis, Senior Executive Vice President of Fastenal Company (the 'Company'), provided written notice to the Company of his resignation, effective on April 16, 2025 (the 'Effective Date'). Mr. Lewis' resignation was not due to any disagreement with the Company on any matter relating to the Company's operations, policies, or practices, including with respect to any matters relating to the Company's accounting practices or financial reporting. Mr. Lewis intends to remain an employee of the Company and continue to serve as the Senior Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer of the Company until the Effective Date and he has informed the Company he will assist with the efficient transition of his responsibilities to a replacement. Buy Or Sell Opportunity • Oct 29
Now 20% overvalued after recent price rise Over the last 90 days, the stock has risen 7.3% to €70.04. The fair value is estimated to be €58.13, however this is not to be taken as a sell recommendation but rather should be used as a guide only. Revenue has grown by 7.9% over the last 3 years. Earnings per share has grown by 8.3%. For the next 3 years, revenue is forecast to grow by 7.4% per annum. Earnings are also forecast to grow by 7.7% per annum over the same time period. Announcement • Oct 18
Fastenal Company Announces the Promotion of Donnalee K. Papenfuss as Executive Vice President of Strategy and Communications, Effective November 1, 2024 Fastenal Company has promoted Donnalee K. Papenfuss to the position of Executive Vice President of Strategy and Communications effective November 1, 2024. In this newly created role, Ms. Papenfuss will lead marketing and drive strategic initiatives in the areas of technology, sales, and environmental, social, and governance (ESG). Additionally, she will enhance communication efforts to support these initiatives and ensure alignment with overall business objectives. Ms. Papenfuss has served as Fastenal's Vice President of Contract Development and Support from February 2014 to October 2024. In this role, she has led teams responsible for various sales enablement, sales development, and sales support functions – from providing tools and resources to help sellers in the field succeed in their roles to developing proposals and facilitating workflows for contract negotiations. In recent years, her role has expanded to include oversight of Blue (Fastenal's internal chatbot and digital assistant) as well as leadership of Fastenal's ESG Community of Practice. In the past year, Ms. Papenfuss has also facilitated the corporate strategic planning process with company executives. From July 2006 to February 2014, Ms. Papenfuss was its Director of Government and Diversity Affairs. Ms. Papenfuss joined Fastenal in 1999 and, prior to July 2006, served in various roles of increasing responsibility. Declared Dividend • Oct 14
Dividend of US$0.39 announced Shareholders will receive a dividend of US$0.39. Ex-date: 25th October 2024 Payment date: 1st January 1970 Dividend yield will be 2.6%, which is about the same as the industry average. Sustainability & Growth Dividend is covered by both earnings (75% earnings payout ratio) and cash flows (86% cash payout ratio). The dividend has increased by an average of 12% per year over the past 10 years and has been stable with no material reductions to payments, indicating a long track record of dividend growth and stability. EPS is expected to grow by 26% over the next 3 years, which should provide support to the dividend and adequate earnings cover. Reported Earnings • Oct 11
Third quarter 2024 earnings released: EPS: US$0.52 (vs US$0.52 in 3Q 2023) Third quarter 2024 results: EPS: US$0.52 (up from US$0.52 in 3Q 2023). Revenue: US$1.91b (up 3.5% from 3Q 2023). Net income: US$298.1m (flat on 3Q 2023). Profit margin: 16% (in line with 3Q 2023). Revenue is forecast to grow 7.4% p.a. on average during the next 3 years, compared to a 4.0% growth forecast for the Trade Distributors industry in Europe. Over the last 3 years on average, earnings per share has increased by 8% per year whereas the company’s share price has increased by 13% per year. Buy Or Sell Opportunity • Oct 11
Now 30% overvalued after recent price rise Over the last 90 days, the stock has risen 14% to €69.75. The fair value is estimated to be €53.83, however this is not to be taken as a sell recommendation but rather should be used as a guide only. Revenue has grown by 7.9% over the last 3 years. Earnings per share has grown by 8.3%. For the next 3 years, revenue is forecast to grow by 7.4% per annum. Earnings are also forecast to grow by 8.2% per annum over the same time period. Announcement • Oct 11
Fastenal Company Announces Cash Dividend, Payable on November 22, 2024 Fastenal Company reported its board of directors declared a dividend of $0.39 per share to be paid in cash on November 22, 2024 to shareholders of record at the close of business on October 25, 2024. Board Change • Sep 01
Insufficient new directors There is 1 new director who has joined the board in the last 3 years. The company's board is composed of: 1 new director. 3 experienced directors. 7 highly experienced directors. Independent Director Irene Quarshie was the last director to join the board, commencing their role in 2023. The company’s insufficient board refreshment is considered a risk according to the Simply Wall St Risk Model. Declared Dividend • Jul 22
Dividend of US$0.39 announced Shareholders will receive a dividend of US$0.39. Ex-date: 26th July 2024 Payment date: 23rd August 2024 Dividend yield will be 2.9%, which is higher than the industry average of 2.7%. Sustainability & Growth Dividend is covered by both earnings (73% earnings payout ratio) and cash flows (78% cash payout ratio). The dividend has increased by an average of 15% per year over the past 10 years and has been stable with no material reductions to payments, indicating a long track record of dividend growth and stability. EPS is expected to grow by 25% over the next 3 years, which should provide support to the dividend and adequate earnings cover. Buy Or Sell Opportunity • Jul 17
Now 22% overvalued Over the last 90 days, the stock has fallen 3.8% to €62.15. The fair value is estimated to be €51.07, however this is not to be taken as a sell recommendation but rather should be used as a guide only. Revenue has grown by 9.1% over the last 3 years. Earnings per share has grown by 9.9%. For the next 3 years, revenue is forecast to grow by 7.4% per annum. Earnings are also forecast to grow by 7.7% per annum over the same time period. Reported Earnings • Jul 14
Second quarter 2024 earnings released: EPS: US$0.51 (vs US$0.52 in 2Q 2023) Second quarter 2024 results: EPS: US$0.51 (down from US$0.52 in 2Q 2023). Revenue: US$1.92b (up 1.8% from 2Q 2023). Net income: US$292.7m (down 1.8% from 2Q 2023). Profit margin: 15% (in line with 2Q 2023). Revenue is forecast to grow 7.6% p.a. on average during the next 3 years, compared to a 2.5% growth forecast for the Trade Distributors industry in Europe. Over the last 3 years on average, earnings per share has increased by 10% per year whereas the company’s share price has increased by 11% per year. Declared Dividend • Apr 15
Dividend of US$0.39 announced Shareholders will receive a dividend of US$0.39. Ex-date: 24th April 2024 Payment date: 23rd May 2024 Dividend yield will be 2.7%, which is about the same as the industry average. Sustainability & Growth Dividend is covered by both earnings (71% earnings payout ratio) and cash flows (75% cash payout ratio). The dividend has increased by an average of 15% per year over the past 10 years and has been stable with no material reductions to payments, indicating a long track record of dividend growth and stability. EPS is expected to grow by 26% over the next 3 years, which should provide support to the dividend and adequate earnings cover. Announcement • Apr 12
Fastenal Company to Report Q1, 2025 Results on Apr 11, 2025 Fastenal Company announced that they will report Q1, 2025 results at 6:00 AM, Central Standard Time on Apr 11, 2025 Reported Earnings • Apr 11
First quarter 2024 earnings released: EPS: US$0.52 (vs US$0.52 in 1Q 2023) First quarter 2024 results: EPS: US$0.52 (up from US$0.52 in 1Q 2023). Revenue: US$1.90b (up 1.9% from 1Q 2023). Net income: US$297.7m (flat on 1Q 2023). Profit margin: 16% (in line with 1Q 2023). Revenue is forecast to grow 7.9% p.a. on average during the next 3 years, compared to a 3.1% growth forecast for the Trade Distributors industry in Europe. Over the last 3 years on average, earnings per share has increased by 11% per year whereas the company’s share price has increased by 16% per year. Announcement • Apr 11
Fastenal Company Declares Dividend, Payable May 23, 2024 Fastenal Company declared a dividend of $0.39 per share to be paid in cash on May 23, 2024 to shareholders of record at the close of business on April 25, 2024. Except for share and per share information, dollar amounts are stated in millions. Buy Or Sell Opportunity • Feb 22
Now 20% overvalued after recent price rise Over the last 90 days, the stock has risen 17% to €65.25. The fair value is estimated to be €54.18, however this is not to be taken as a sell recommendation but rather should be used as a guide only. Revenue has grown by 10% over the last 3 years. Earnings per share has grown by 12%. For the next 3 years, revenue is forecast to grow by 7.2% per annum. Earnings are also forecast to grow by 7.5% per annum over the same time period. Announcement • Feb 07
Fastenal Company, Annual General Meeting, Apr 25, 2024 Fastenal Company, Annual General Meeting, Apr 25, 2024, at 10:00 Central Standard Time. Location: Remlinger Muscle Car Museum 3560 Service Drive, Winona Minnesota United States Upcoming Dividend • Jan 24
Upcoming dividend of US$0.39 per share at 2.0% yield Eligible shareholders must have bought the stock before 31 January 2024. Payment date: 29 February 2024. Payout ratio is a comfortable 69% and the cash payout ratio is 81%. Trailing yield: 2.0%. Lower than top quartile of German dividend payers (5.1%). Lower than average of industry peers (2.7%). Reported Earnings • Jan 18
Full year 2023 earnings released: EPS: US$2.02 (vs US$1.89 in FY 2022) Full year 2023 results: EPS: US$2.02 (up from US$1.89 in FY 2022). Revenue: US$7.35b (up 5.2% from FY 2022). Net income: US$1.16b (up 6.3% from FY 2022). Profit margin: 16% (in line with FY 2022). Revenue is forecast to grow 7.2% p.a. on average during the next 3 years, compared to a 2.7% growth forecast for the Trade Distributors industry in Europe. Over the last 3 years on average, earnings per share has increased by 12% per year whereas the company’s share price has increased by 16% per year. Announcement • Jan 18
Fastenal Company Announces Cash Dividend, Payable on February 29, 2024 Fastenal Company reported its board of directors declared a dividend of $0.39 per share to be paid in cash on February 29, 2024 to shareholders of record at the close of business on February 1, 2024. Upcoming Dividend • Nov 28
Upcoming dividend of US$0.38 per share at 2.3% yield Eligible shareholders must have bought the stock before 05 December 2023. Payment date: 20 December 2023. Payout ratio is a comfortable 68% and this is well supported by cash flows. Trailing yield: 2.3%. Lower than top quartile of German dividend payers (5.0%). Lower than average of industry peers (2.8%). Announcement • Nov 22
Fastenal Company Declares A Special One-Time Dividend, Payable on December 20, 2023 Fastenal Company reported its board of directors declared a special one-time dividend of $0.38 per share to be paid in cash on December 20, 2023 to shareholders of record at the close of business on December 6, 2023. Announcement • Oct 31
Fastenal Company to Report Q3, 2024 Results on Oct 11, 2024 Fastenal Company announced that they will report Q3, 2024 results at 6:00 AM, Central Standard Time on Oct 11, 2024 Upcoming Dividend • Oct 18
Upcoming dividend of US$0.35 per share at 2.3% yield Eligible shareholders must have bought the stock before 25 October 2023. Payment date: 24 November 2023. Payout ratio is a comfortable 68% and this is well supported by cash flows. Trailing yield: 2.3%. Lower than top quartile of German dividend payers (5.0%). Lower than average of industry peers (2.9%). Reported Earnings • Oct 12
Third quarter 2023 earnings released: EPS: US$0.52 (vs US$0.50 in 3Q 2022) Third quarter 2023 results: EPS: US$0.52 (up from US$0.50 in 3Q 2022). Revenue: US$1.85b (up 2.4% from 3Q 2022). Net income: US$295.5m (up 3.8% from 3Q 2022). Profit margin: 16% (in line with 3Q 2022). Revenue is forecast to grow 7.0% p.a. on average during the next 3 years, compared to a 6.9% growth forecast for the Trade Distributors industry in Europe. Over the last 3 years on average, earnings per share has increased by 12% per year whereas the company’s share price has increased by 13% per year. Announcement • Oct 12
Fastenal Company Announces Cash Dividend, Payable on November 24, 2023 Fastenal Company reported its board of directors declared a dividend of $0.35 per share to be paid in cash on November 24, 2023 to shareholders of record at the close of business on October 26, 2023. Upcoming Dividend • Jul 19
Upcoming dividend of US$0.35 per share at 2.5% yield Eligible shareholders must have bought the stock before 26 July 2023. Payment date: 24 August 2023. Payout ratio is a comfortable 67% and this is well supported by cash flows. Trailing yield: 2.5%. Lower than top quartile of German dividend payers (4.8%). Lower than average of industry peers (3.0%). Announcement • Jul 15
Fastenal Company to Report Q2, 2024 Results on Jul 12, 2024 Fastenal Company announced that they will report Q2, 2024 results at 6:00 AM, Central Standard Time on Jul 12, 2024 Reported Earnings • Jul 14
Second quarter 2023 earnings released: EPS: US$0.52 (vs US$0.50 in 2Q 2022) Second quarter 2023 results: EPS: US$0.52 (up from US$0.50 in 2Q 2022). Revenue: US$1.88b (up 5.9% from 2Q 2022). Net income: US$298.0m (up 3.8% from 2Q 2022). Profit margin: 16% (in line with 2Q 2022). Revenue is forecast to grow 7.1% p.a. on average during the next 3 years, compared to a 4.5% growth forecast for the Trade Distributors industry in Europe. Over the last 3 years on average, earnings per share has increased by 12% per year whereas the company’s share price has increased by 10% per year. Announcement • Jun 10
Fastenal Company Appoints Irene A. Quarshie as Independent Director Fastenal Company announced that on June 9, 2023, the Board of Directors of the company elected as a director of the Company Ms. Irene A. Quarshie, effective on June 9, 2023, increasing the number of directors on the Board from ten to eleven on this date. Ms. Quarshie was elected to serve as an independent director until the Company's next annual meeting of shareholders following her election or until her successor is duly elected and qualified. Ms. Quarshie is currently the Senior Vice President of Global Supply Chain and Logistics for Target Corporation, serving in this capacity since March 2022. Target Corporation is a Fortune 50, multi-category retailer with locations in all 50 U.S. states and the District of Columbia, with headquarters in Minneapolis, MN. Her prior positions and roles with Target Corporation consisted of serving as Vice President of Global Supply Chain and Logistics from January 2018 to February 2022, Vice President of Product Quality and Responsible Sourcing from 2014 to 2018, Director of Government Affairs from 2011 to 2014, Senior Group Manager of Corporate Risk and Responsibility from 2009 to 2011, and various managerial positions from 2005 to 2009. Prior to joining Target Corporation, Ms. Quarshie served as a consultant with the global management consulting services firm of Booz Allen Hamilton located in McLean, VA from 2001 to 2005. Announcement • May 06
Fastenal Company Announces Board Changes On May 3, 2023, the Board of Directors of Fastenal Company approved the transition of certain executive officers of the Company to newly established positions of Chief Operating Officer and Chief Sales Officer. Mr. Terry M. Owen, 54, the Senior Executive Vice President-Sales Operations of the Company will transition to the newly established executive officer position of Chief Operating Officer for the Company with responsibilities to provide oversight and guidance concerning the global sourcing, manufacturing, and logistical operations of the Company. Mr. Owen’s compensation program as the Chief Operating Officer will remain the same as his role as Senior Executive Vice President-Sales Operations for the Company. Mr. Jeffery M. Watts, 51, the Executive Vice President-International Sales of the Company will transition to the newly established executive officer position of Chief Sales Officer for the Company with responsibilities to provide oversight and guidance concerning the global sales activities of the Company. The purpose of the appointments is to further support the global growth of the Company. Each of the appointments are effective as of May 3, 2023. Mr. Owen and Mr. Watts terms of office as Chief Operating Officer and Chief Sales Officer of the Company, respectively, will expire concurrently with the expiration of the term of office of the Company’s other executive officers. There are no arrangements or understandings between both Mr. Owen and Mr. Watts and any other person or persons (other than the directors of the Company acting in their capacity as such) pursuant to which they were selected as Chief Operating Officer and Chief Sales Officer of the Company. Mr. Owen and Mr. Watts are not related to any of other executive officers or directors. There are no current or proposed transactions in which Mr. Owen or Mr. Watts, or any member of his immediate family, has an interest that is required to be disclosed under Item 404(a) of Regulation S-K promulgated by the Securities Exchange Commission. The positions of Senior Executive Vice President-Sales Operations and Executive Vice President-International Sales formerly held by Mr. Owen and Mr. Watts, respectively, will be dissolved by the Company effective upon their appointment. Upcoming Dividend • Apr 19
Upcoming dividend of US$0.35 per share at 2.6% yield Eligible shareholders must have bought the stock before 26 April 2023. Payment date: 25 May 2023. Payout ratio is a comfortable 66% and the cash payout ratio is 79%. Trailing yield: 2.6%. Lower than top quartile of German dividend payers (4.6%). In line with average of industry peers (2.8%). Reported Earnings • Apr 14
First quarter 2023 earnings released: EPS: US$0.52 (vs US$0.47 in 1Q 2022) First quarter 2023 results: EPS: US$0.52 (up from US$0.47 in 1Q 2022). Revenue: US$1.86b (up 9.1% from 1Q 2022). Net income: US$295.1m (up 9.5% from 1Q 2022). Profit margin: 16% (in line with 1Q 2022). Revenue is forecast to grow 7.7% p.a. on average during the next 3 years, compared to a 5.4% growth forecast for the Trade Distributors industry in Europe. Over the last 3 years on average, earnings per share has increased by 11% per year whereas the company’s share price has increased by 14% per year. Announcement • Feb 08
Fastenal Company to Report Q4, 2023 Results on Jan 18, 2024 Fastenal Company announced that they will report Q4, 2023 results at 7:00 AM, US Eastern Standard Time on Jan 18, 2024 Upcoming Dividend • Jan 25
Upcoming dividend of US$0.35 per share at 2.8% yield Eligible shareholders must have bought the stock before 01 February 2023. Payment date: 02 March 2023. Payout ratio is a comfortable 65% and the cash payout ratio is 93%. Trailing yield: 2.8%. Lower than top quartile of German dividend payers (4.7%). In line with average of industry peers (2.7%). Reported Earnings • Jan 20
Full year 2022 earnings released: EPS: US$1.89 (vs US$1.61 in FY 2021) Full year 2022 results: EPS: US$1.89 (up from US$1.61 in FY 2021). Revenue: US$6.98b (up 16% from FY 2021). Net income: US$1.09b (up 18% from FY 2021). Profit margin: 16% (in line with FY 2021). Revenue is forecast to grow 6.3% p.a. on average during the next 3 years, compared to a 2.6% growth forecast for the Trade Distributors industry in Europe. Over the last 3 years on average, earnings per share has increased by 11% per year and the company’s share price has also increased by 11% per year. Announcement • Jan 19
Fastenal Company Announces Cash Dividend, Payable on March 2, 2023 Fastenal Company reported its board of directors declared a dividend of $0.35 per share to be paid in cash on March 2, 2023 to shareholders of record at the close of business on February 2, 2023. Recent Insider Transactions • Dec 02
Insider recently bought €291k worth of stock On the 29th of November, Jeffery Watts bought around 6k shares on-market at roughly €48.91 per share. This trade did not impact their existing holding. This was the largest purchase by an insider in the last 3 months. Insiders have collectively bought €1.0m more in shares than they have sold in the last 12 months. Announcement • Oct 30
Fastenal Company to Report Q3, 2023 Results on Oct 12, 2023 Fastenal Company announced that they will report Q3, 2023 results at 7:00 AM, US Eastern Standard Time on Oct 12, 2023 Upcoming Dividend • Oct 20
Upcoming dividend of US$0.31 per share Eligible shareholders must have bought the stock before 26 October 2022. Payment date: 23 November 2022. Payout ratio is a comfortable 65% but the company is paying out more than the cash it is generating. Trailing yield: 2.6%. Lower than top quartile of German dividend payers (5.2%). Lower than average of industry peers (3.1%). Reported Earnings • Oct 14
Third quarter 2022 earnings released: EPS: US$0.50 (vs US$0.42 in 3Q 2021) Third quarter 2022 results: EPS: US$0.50 (up from US$0.42 in 3Q 2021). Revenue: US$1.80b (up 16% from 3Q 2021). Net income: US$284.6m (up 17% from 3Q 2021). Profit margin: 16% (in line with 3Q 2021). Revenue is forecast to grow 6.7% p.a. on average during the next 3 years, compared to a 3.0% growth forecast for the Trade Distributors industry in Europe. Over the last 3 years on average, earnings per share has increased by 10% per year whereas the company’s share price has increased by 14% per year. Recent Insider Transactions • Sep 17
President recently bought €239k worth of stock On the 15th of September, Daniel Florness bought around 5k shares on-market at roughly €47.87 per share. This transaction amounted to 1.7% of their direct individual holding at the time of the trade. This was the largest purchase by an insider in the last 3 months. This was Daniel's only on-market trade for the last 12 months. Announcement • Jul 30
Fastenal Company to Report Q2, 2023 Results on Jul 13, 2023 Fastenal Company announced that they will report Q2, 2023 results at 6:00 AM, Central Standard Time on Jul 13, 2023 Upcoming Dividend • Jul 19
Upcoming dividend of US$0.31 per share Eligible shareholders must have bought the stock before 26 July 2022. Payment date: 24 August 2022. Payout ratio is a comfortable 69% but the company is paying out more than the cash it is generating. Trailing yield: 2.6%. Lower than top quartile of German dividend payers (4.5%). Lower than average of industry peers (3.0%). Reported Earnings • Jul 14
Second quarter 2022 earnings released: EPS: US$0.50 (vs US$0.42 in 2Q 2021) Second quarter 2022 results: EPS: US$0.50 (up from US$0.42 in 2Q 2021). Revenue: US$1.78b (up 18% from 2Q 2021). Net income: US$287.1m (up 20% from 2Q 2021). Profit margin: 16% (in line with 2Q 2021). Over the next year, revenue is forecast to grow 8.7%, compared to a 11% growth forecast for the industry in Germany. Over the last 3 years on average, earnings per share has increased by 9% per year but the company’s share price has increased by 22% per year, which means it is tracking significantly ahead of earnings growth. Upcoming Dividend • Apr 19
Upcoming dividend of US$0.31 per share Eligible shareholders must have bought the stock before 26 April 2022. Payment date: 25 May 2022. Payout ratio is a comfortable 67% but the company is paying out more than the cash it is generating. Trailing yield: 2.3%. Lower than top quartile of German dividend payers (3.9%). In line with average of industry peers (2.5%). Announcement • Apr 15
Fastenal Company to Report Q1, 2023 Results on Apr 13, 2023 Fastenal Company announced that they will report Q1, 2023 results at 6:00 AM, Central Standard Time on Apr 13, 2023 Reported Earnings • Apr 14
First quarter 2022 earnings released: EPS: US$0.47 (vs US$0.37 in 1Q 2021) First quarter 2022 results: EPS: US$0.47 (up from US$0.37 in 1Q 2021). Revenue: US$1.70b (up 20% from 1Q 2021). Net income: US$269.6m (up 28% from 1Q 2021). Profit margin: 16% (in line with 1Q 2021). Over the next year, revenue is forecast to grow 11%, compared to a 9.7% growth forecast for the industry in Germany. Over the last 3 years on average, earnings per share has increased by 7% per year but the company’s share price has increased by 20% per year, which means it is tracking significantly ahead of earnings growth. Announcement • Feb 17
Fastenal Company, Annual General Meeting, Apr 23, 2022 Fastenal Company, Annual General Meeting, Apr 23, 2022, at 10:00 Central Standard Time. Location: Remlinger Muscle Car Museum located at 3560 Service Drive, Winona United States Upcoming Dividend • Jan 25
Upcoming dividend of US$0.31 per share Eligible shareholders must have bought the stock before 01 February 2022. Payment date: 02 March 2022. Payout ratio is a comfortable 70% but the company is paying out more than the cash it is generating. Trailing yield: 2.2%. Lower than top quartile of German dividend payers (3.4%). Higher than average of industry peers (1.4%). Reported Earnings • Jan 20
Full year 2021 earnings: Revenues and EPS in line with analyst expectations Full year 2021 results: EPS: US$1.61 (up from US$1.50 in FY 2020). Revenue: US$6.01b (up 6.4% from FY 2020). Net income: US$925.0m (up 7.7% from FY 2020). Profit margin: 15% (in line with FY 2020). Revenue was in line with analyst estimates. Over the next year, revenue is forecast to grow 9.4%, compared to a 7.8% growth forecast for the industry in Germany. Over the last 3 years on average, earnings per share has increased by 6% per year but the company’s share price has increased by 26% per year, which means it is tracking significantly ahead of earnings growth. Upcoming Dividend • Oct 18
Upcoming dividend of US$0.28 per share Eligible shareholders must have bought the stock before 25 October 2021. Payment date: 23 November 2021. Trailing yield: 2.0%. Lower than top quartile of German dividend payers (3.3%). Higher than average of industry peers (1.3%). Reported Earnings • Oct 13
Third quarter 2021 earnings released: EPS US$0.42 (vs US$0.39 in 3Q 2020) The company reported a solid third quarter result with improved earnings and revenues, although profit margins were flat. Third quarter 2021 results: Revenue: US$1.55b (up 10.0% from 3Q 2020). Net income: US$243.5m (up 9.9% from 3Q 2020). Profit margin: 16% (in line with 3Q 2020). Over the last 3 years on average, earnings per share has increased by 6% per year but the company’s share price has increased by 26% per year, which means it is tracking significantly ahead of earnings growth. Upcoming Dividend • Jul 19
Upcoming dividend of US$0.28 per share Eligible shareholders must have bought the stock before 26 July 2021. Payment date: 24 August 2021. Trailing yield: 2.1%. Lower than top quartile of German dividend payers (3.2%). Higher than average of industry peers (1.2%). Reported Earnings • Jul 15
Second quarter 2021 earnings released: EPS US$0.42 (vs US$0.42 in 2Q 2020) The company reported a mediocre second quarter result with flat earnings, revenues and profit margins. Second quarter 2021 results: Revenue: US$1.51b (flat on 2Q 2020). Net income: US$239.7m (flat on 2Q 2020). Profit margin: 16% (in line with 2Q 2020). Over the last 3 years on average, earnings per share has increased by 7% per year but the company’s share price has increased by 24% per year, which means it is tracking significantly ahead of earnings growth. Executive Departure • Apr 28
Independent Director has left the company On the 28th of April, Michael Dolan's tenure as Independent Director ended after 20.9 years in the role. As of December 2020, Michael personally held 10.00k shares (€405k worth at the time). A total of 2 executives have left over the last 12 months. Executive Departure • Apr 27
Independent Chairman of the Board Willard Oberton has left the company On the 24th of April, Willard Oberton's tenure as Independent Chairman of the Board ended after 21.9 years in the role. As of December 2020, Willard personally held 917.68k shares (€37m worth at the time). Willard is the only executive to leave the company over the last 12 months. Reported Earnings • Apr 15
First quarter 2021 earnings released: EPS US$0.37 (vs US$0.35 in 1Q 2020) The company reported a solid first quarter result with improved earnings and revenues, although profit margins were flat. First quarter 2021 results: Revenue: US$1.42b (up 3.7% from 1Q 2020). Net income: US$210.6m (up 3.9% from 1Q 2020). Profit margin: 15% (in line with 1Q 2020). Over the last 3 years on average, earnings per share has increased by 9% per year but the company’s share price has increased by 26% per year, which means it is tracking significantly ahead of earnings growth. Recent Insider Transactions • Mar 12
Independent Director recently bought €171k worth of stock On the 5th of March, Michael Ancius bought around 5k shares on-market at roughly €37.06 per share. This was the largest purchase by an insider in the last 3 months. Despite this recent purchase, insiders have collectively sold €953k more in shares than they bought in the last 12 months. Is New 90 Day High Low • Feb 27
New 90-day low: €37.97 The company is down 6.0% from its price of €40.49 on 27 November 2020. The German market is up 7.0% over the last 90 days, indicating the company underperformed over that time. It also underperformed the Trade Distributors industry, which is up 2.0% over the same period. According to the Simply Wall St valuation model, the estimated intrinsic value of the company is €25.68 per share. Reported Earnings • Feb 10
Full year 2020 earnings released: EPS US$1.50 (vs US$1.38 in FY 2019) The company reported a solid full year result with improved earnings and revenues, although profit margins were flat. Full year 2020 results: Revenue: US$5.65b (up 5.9% from FY 2019). Net income: US$859.1m (up 8.6% from FY 2019). Profit margin: 15% (in line with FY 2019). Over the last 3 years on average, earnings per share has increased by 11% per year but the company’s share price has increased by 22% per year, which means it is tracking significantly ahead of earnings growth. Analyst Estimate Surprise Post Earnings • Feb 10
Revenue beats expectations Revenue exceeded analyst estimates by 0.3%. Over the next year, revenue is forecast to grow 4.1%, compared to a 4.7% growth forecast for the Trade Distributors industry in Germany. Recent Insider Transactions • Feb 09
Independent Director recently bought €98k worth of stock On the 5th of February, Michael Dolan bought around 3k shares on-market at roughly €39.33 per share. This was the largest purchase by an insider in the last 3 months. Despite this recent purchase, insiders have collectively sold €1.1m more in shares than they bought in the last 12 months. Recent Insider Transactions • Feb 04
Independent Director recently bought €42k worth of stock On the 1st of February, Daniel Johnson bought around 1k shares on-market at roughly €38.49 per share. This was the largest purchase by an insider in the last 3 months. Despite this recent purchase, insiders have collectively sold €1.3m more in shares than they bought in the last 12 months. Is New 90 Day High Low • Feb 02
New 90-day low: €38.11 The company is down 5.0% from its price of €40.05 on 04 November 2020. The German market is up 16% over the last 90 days, indicating the company underperformed over that time. It also underperformed the Trade Distributors industry, which is up 15% over the same period. According to the Simply Wall St valuation model, the estimated intrinsic value of the company is €26.32 per share. 
