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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... Show more

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Sep 16, 2026

FAST's RSI Indicator leaves overbought zone

The 10-day RSI Indicator for FAST moved out of overbought territory on August 13, 2026. This could be a sign that the stock is shifting from an upward trend to a downward trend. Traders may want to look at selling the stock or buying put options. Tickeron's A.I.dvisor looked at 46 instances where the indicator moved out of the overbought zone. In 28 of the 46 cases the stock moved lower in the days that followed. This puts the odds of a move down at 61%.

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Technical Analysis (Indicators)

Bearish Trend Analysis

The Moving Average Convergence Divergence Histogram (MACD) for FAST turned negative on August 20, 2026. This could be a sign that the stock is set to turn lower in the coming weeks. Traders may want to sell the stock or buy put options. Tickeron's A.I.dvisor looked at 49 similar instances when the indicator turned negative. In 24 of the 49 cases the stock turned lower in the days that followed. This puts the odds of success at 49%.

Following a 3-day decline, the stock is projected to fall further. Considering past instances where FAST declined for three days, the price rose further in 50 of 62 cases within the following month. The odds of a continued downward trend are 49%.

The Aroon Indicator for FAST entered a downward trend on September 14, 2026. This could indicate a strong downward move is ahead for the stock. Traders may want to consider selling the stock or buying put options.

Bullish Trend Analysis

The Stochastic Oscillator suggests the stock price trend may be in a reversal from a downward trend to an upward trend. 36 of 59 cases where FAST's Stochastic Oscillator exited the oversold zone resulted in an increase in price. Tickeron's analysis proposes that the odds of a continued upward trend are 61%.

The Momentum Indicator moved above the 0 level on September 15, 2026. You may want to consider a long position or call options on FAST as a result. In 57 of 84 past instances where the momentum indicator moved above 0, the stock continued to climb. The odds of a continued upward trend are 68%.

FAST moved above its 50-day moving average on September 03, 2026 date and that indicates a change from a downward trend to an upward trend.

Following a +0.88% 3-day Advance, the price is estimated to grow further. Considering data from situations where FAST advanced for three days, in 215 of 334 cases, the price rose further within the following month. The odds of a continued upward trend are 64%.

FAST may jump back above the lower band and head toward the middle band. Traders may consider buying the stock or exploring call options.

Fundamental Analysis (Ratings)

The Tickeron SMR rating for this company is 30 (best 1 - 100 worst), indicating very strong sales and a profitable business model. SMR (Sales, Margin, Return on Equity) rating is based on comparative analysis of weighted Sales, Income Margin and Return on Equity values compared against S&P 500 index constituents. The weighted SMR value is a proprietary formula developed by Tickeron and represents an overall profitability measure for a stock.

The Tickeron Price Growth Rating for this company is 48 (best 1 - 100 worst), indicating steady price growth. FAST’s price grows at a higher rate over the last 12 months as compared to S&P 500 index constituents.

The Tickeron PE Growth Rating for this company is 51 (best 1 - 100 worst), pointing to consistent earnings growth. The PE Growth rating is based on a comparative analysis of stock PE ratio increase over the last 12 months compared against S&P 500 index constituents.

The Tickeron Profit vs. Risk Rating rating for this company is 61 (best 1 - 100 worst), indicating well-balanced risk and returns. The average Profit vs. Risk Rating rating for the industry is 69, placing this stock slightly better than average.

The Tickeron Valuation Rating of 86 (best 1 - 100 worst) indicates that the company is significantly overvalued in the industry. This rating compares market capitalization estimated by our proprietary formula with the current market capitalization. This rating is based on the following metrics, as compared to industry averages: P/B Ratio (13.831) is normal, around the industry mean (7.839). P/E Ratio (41.907) is within average values for comparable stocks, (133.787). FAST's Projected Growth (PEG Ratio) (3.260) is slightly higher than the industry average of (1.738). Dividend Yield (0.020) settles around the average of (0.019) among similar stocks. P/S Ratio (6.447) is also within normal values, averaging (3.013).

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FAST paid dividends on August 25, 2026

Fastenal Co FAST Stock Dividends
А dividend of $0.26 per share was paid with a record date of August 25, 2026, and an ex-dividend date of July 28, 2026. Read more...
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Notable companies

The most notable companies in this group are Fastenal Co (NASDAQ:FAST).

Industry description

Electronics distributors are companies that are involved in distribution of one or more of the following: electronic components, computer products/ peripherals and software products & services. Several electronics distributors are also becoming the point of contact for technical/pre- & post-sale support in many cases, in an attempt to bolster their position in the market. Tariffs and/or cross-border trade barriers are some of the potential threats to the electronics supply chain, but that could also potentially lead to re-directing to markets where tariffs/restrictions are lower depending on demand. The industry is also vulnerable in the event of economic slowdowns. Arrow Electronics, Inc., SYNNEX Corporation and Versum Materials, Inc. are some of the major electronics distributors in the U.S.

Market Cap

The average market capitalization across the Electronics Distributors Industry is 10.52B. The market cap for tickers in the group ranges from 23.01K to 59.27B. GWW holds the highest valuation in this group at 59.27B. The lowest valued company is OMPS at 23.01K.

High and low price notable news

The average weekly price growth across all stocks in the Electronics Distributors Industry was -2%. For the same Industry, the average monthly price growth was -6%, and the average quarterly price growth was 23%. EVI experienced the highest price growth at 13%, while WATR experienced the biggest fall at -12%.

Volume

The average weekly volume growth across all stocks in the Electronics Distributors Industry was 5%. For the same stocks of the Industry, the average monthly volume growth was 9% and the average quarterly volume growth was -47%

Fundamental Analysis Ratings

The average fundamental analysis ratings, where 1 is best and 100 is worst, are as follows

Valuation Rating: 57
P/E Growth Rating: 57
Price Growth Rating: 55
SMR Rating: 67
Profit Risk Rating: 68
Seasonality Score: -11 (-100 ... +100)
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an operator of industrial hardware supply stores

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Wholesale Distributors
Address
2001 Theurer Boulevard
Phone
+1 507 454-5374
Employees
24489
Web
https://www.fastenal.com
FAST's RSI Indicator leaves overbought zone