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	2025-04-24	+2.38 %
Fastenal (NASDAQ:FAST) stock rose by 2.38% due to its strong long-term performance, having outpaced the market by 5.24% annually over the past 20 years, which reflects investor confidence in its growth potential and solid market capitalization of $47.09 billion.
	2025-04-16	-1.47 %
Fastenal (FAST) stock declined by 1.47% following mixed analyst ratings, including a price target increase from Robert W. Baird, which contrasted with other firms lowering their targets, indicating uncertainty in the stock's performance.
	2025-04-11	+6.4 %
Fastenal (FAST) stock rose by 6.4% due to optimism surrounding its earnings reports amidst broader market volatility related to escalating U.S.-China trade tensions and concerns about the economy. Fastenal (FAST) stock rose 6.4% due to increased investor confidence following a favorable sentiment in global markets tied to a 90-day pause on U.S. tariffs, which reduced recession fears and indicated potential growth opportunities in various sectors.
	2025-04-04	-4.6 %
Fastenal (FAST) stock dropped by 4.6% due to recent analysts' rating changes and expectations of subpar earnings results, as the company is anticipated to report lower earnings per share and revenue compared to estimates on April 11th, amidst overall mixed analyst sentiments.
	2025-04-01	+0.08 %
Fastenal Inc. (NASDAQ:FAST) stock, which closed at $77.14 after a slight drop, has seen a monthly rise of 3.92% and a yearly increase of 1.03%, suggesting ongoing investor interest despite fluctuations. The stock's recent increase may be attributed to overall market trends or investor confidence in the company's performance despite a slight drop in the current session.
	2025-03-31	+1.81 %
Fastenal (FAST) stock rose by 1.81% due to increased institutional investor interest and recent adjustments in their positions, as well as the company's announcement of a higher quarterly dividend.
	2025-03-26
The article highlights the reliability and importance of "boring" stocks like Fastenal (FAST), which experienced a 0.0% decline, indicating potential concerns about market performance or investor sentiment rather than company-specific issues. The decline in Fastenal's stock may be attributed to broader market trends or economic conditions affecting investor confidence, rather than any particular problems with the company itself.
	2025-03-12	-1.76 %
Fastenal (NASDAQ:FAST) stock fell by 1.76% after the company reported quarterly earnings that missed analysts' expectations, with earnings per share of $0.46 compared to the consensus estimate of $0.48, as well as revenue that was below projections. Fastenal (FAST) stock declined by 1.76% following mixed analyst ratings, including a downgrade in target prices and disappointing earnings results that missed projections, which may have contributed to investor uncertainty.
	2025-03-11	-3.07 %
Fastenal (NASDAQ:FAST) stock fell by 3.07% following mixed earnings results that missed analysts' expectations for both EPS and revenue, and despite some institutional interest, market reactions were subdued due to the perceived underperformance.
	2025-02-25	-0.24 %
Fastenal (FAST) stock declined by 0.24% after Atria Wealth Solutions Inc. reduced its position in the company by 24.7%, alongside a decrease in its earnings per share that fell short of analysts' expectations, indicating potential concerns among investors.
	2025-02-24
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	2025-02-20	-0.57 %
Fastenal (NASDAQ:FAST) stock fell by 0.57% after Blue Trust Inc. significantly reduced its holdings in the company by 61.5%, which may have contributed to negative market sentiment alongside analysts downgrading their ratings on the stock.
	2025-02-14	-0.01 %
Fastenal's stock (NASDAQ:FAST) experienced a slight decline of -0.01%, attributed primarily to mixed performance and ratings from analysts, with recent earnings falling short of expectations and numerous downgrades from brokerages indicating a "Reduce" recommendation, which may have contributed to reduced investor confidence. The article highlights the remarkable journey of Bob Kierlin, founder of Fastenal, who transformed a small fastener business into a billion-dollar industry leader through effective leadership and strategic growth, while Fastenal's stock saw a slight decline of -0.01%, possibly reflecting broader market trends or investor sentiment rather than company performance.
	2025-02-13	+1.51 %
Fastenal (FAST) stock rose by 1.51% partly due to increased institutional investment, including a new position taken by Entropy Technologies, which indicates growing confidence in the company despite mixed quarterly earnings and varying analyst ratings.
	2025-02-07	-1.09 %
Fastenal (FAST) stock fell by 1.09% after abrdn plc reduced its stake by 16.8% and due to mixed earnings results that missed analysts’ expectations, compounded by recent downgrades and sell ratings from several financial analysts.
	2025-02-06	+1.51 %
Fastenal (FAST) stock rose by 1.51% due to positive investor sentiment, driven by recent institutional investment activity, stock price target upgrades from analysts, and the announcement of a higher quarterly dividend, despite missing earnings estimates in their latest report.
	2025-02-04	-0.72 %
Fastenal (NASDAQ:FAST) stock declined by 0.72% following a mixed earnings report that included missing consensus estimates for both EPS and revenue, coupled with insider selling activity and a generally cautious outlook reflected in research firm ratings. Fastenal's (FAST) stock price declined by 0.72% following the announcement of a decrease in earnings per share and revenue that missed analysts' expectations, coupled with significant insider selling.
	2025-02-03	+0.66 %
Fastenal (NASDAQ:FAST) stock increased by 0.66% as multiple institutional investors adjusted their holdings and positive analyst ratings contributed to a favorable outlook for the company. The stock went up due to institutional interest and positive adjustments in price targets by analysts, signaling confidence in the company's performance.
	2025-01-31	-2.32 %
Fastenal (FAST) stock fell by 2.32% primarily due to missing quarterly earnings estimates and revenue expectations, which raised concerns among investors about the company's performance despite recent support from institutional investors.
	2025-01-27	+0.98 %
Fastenal (NASDAQ: FAST) stock increased by 0.98% following notable institutional investments, including a new stake acquisition by Brighton Jones LLC and stake increases from major hedge funds, along with optimistic analyst target adjustments and a recently declared dividend increase. The rise in Fastenal's stock price can be attributed to increased institutional investor interest, positive analyst ratings and target price revisions, and the company's robust dividend announcement, which collectively signal confidence in its future performance.
	2025-01-23	-0.19 %
Fastenal (FAST) stock fell by 0.19% after analysts at Stifel Nicolaus lowered their price target from $86.00 to $82.00, indicating a cautious outlook on the company's performance.
	2025-01-22	-0.64 %
Fastenal (NASDAQ: FAST) stock dropped by 0.64% following a recent quarterly earnings report that missed consensus estimates, revealing lower-than-expected earnings per share and revenue.
	2025-01-21	+0.01 %
Fastenal (NASDAQ: FAST) stock increased by 0.01% due to a recent increase in institutional investments, highlighted by Aaron Wealth Advisors LLC boosting its stake by 11.3%, along with positive market sentiment following the declaration of a higher quarterly dividend amidst a 3.7% year-over-year revenue growth.
	2025-01-17	+1.75 %
Fastenal (FAST) stock rose 1.75% as institutional investment in the company increased, with notable hedge funds raising their positions during the last quarter, indicating positive sentiment towards the stock. Fastenal (FAST) stock rose 1.75% last night likely due to positive market sentiment and recovery trends within the broader markets, despite facing challenges such as slowing consumption and subdued economic growth. Fastenal (FAST) stock rose by 1.75% due to positive market sentiment influenced by broader recovery trends in the market, amid easing global tensions and upcoming quarterly results that are anticipated to show economic resilience, particularly following concerns about slowing consumption and GDP growth. Fastenal (FAST) stock rose 1.75% amid a broader market rally influenced by a decrease in U.S. Treasury yields, optimistic forecasts for interest rate cuts from the Federal Reserve, and positive economic data from both the U.S. and China. The increase can be attributed to investor confidence following these developments, which typically enhance market sentiment and support stock prices.
	2025-01-16	+0.67 %
Fastenal (NASDAQ:FAST) stock rose by 0.67% last night due to increased institutional investment, with Wedmont Private Capital significantly boosting its holdings by 57.8%, reflecting growing confidence among institutional investors in the company's prospects.
	2025-01-15	+0.72 %
Fastenal (FAST) stock rose by 0.72% following the announcement that several institutional investors, including Aprio Wealth Management LLC, significantly increased their positions in the company, which reflects growing confidence in its potential. Fastenal (NASDAQ:FAST) stock rose by 0.72% following a report that the Czech National Bank increased its holdings by 6.5% in the fourth quarter, indicating growing institutional interest in the company.
	2025-01-13	+1.76 %
Fastenal (NASDAQ: FAST) stock rose by 1.76% last night, likely driven by increased institutional investment and positive earnings reports despite some insider selling activity. Fastenal (FAST) stock rose by 1.76% as investors anticipate positive earnings growth, with analysts projecting an increase in quarterly earnings from 46 cents to 48 cents per share ahead of its fourth-quarter financial results release. Fastenal's stock (NASDAQ:FAST) increased by 1.76% amid significant changes in institutional ownership and positive adjustments in price targets from various analysts, reflecting confidence in the company's financial performance and market position. The rise in Fastenal's stock may be attributed to recent positive earnings results that exceeded analyst expectations, along with revised price targets from analysts indicating potential for future growth.
	2025-01-08	+0.87 %
Fastenal (FAST) stock increased by 0.87% as several institutional investors adjusted their holdings, indicating continued interest despite varied analyst ratings; the price rise may reflect positive quarterly earnings performance and a strong market position in construction and industrial supplies.
	2025-01-06	+0.39 %
Pensionfund Sabic increased its stake in Fastenal (FAST) by 30.3%, contributing to a rise in the stock's value by 0.39% as institutional investors are actively strengthening their positions in the company. The overall increase is attributed to growing institutional investment interest and the firm’s recent positive earnings report that exceeded analyst expectations.
	2024-12-23	-0.45 %
Fastenal (FAST) stock decreased by 0.45%, partly due to M&T Bank Corp reducing its holdings in the company by 10.6% in the third quarter and various insider stock sales, which may have raised concerns among investors.
	2024-12-10	-0.68 %
Fastenal (FAST) stock fell by 0.68% following William Blair's downgrade of their Q1 2025 earnings per share estimate from $0.54 to $0.53, indicating concerns over the company's future earnings performance.
	2024-12-09	-0.9 %
Fastenal (FAST) stock dropped 0.9% despite a target price increase by Jefferies Financial Group from $74.00 to $85.00, primarily due to mixed market sentiment reflected in various hold and neutral ratings from analysts and significant insider selling.
	2024-12-02	-1.07 %
Fastenal (FAST) stock fell by -1.07% amidst significant insider selling, including a notable sale by CEO Daniel Florness, which may have raised concerns among investors about the company's current prospects despite positive earnings reports.
	2024-11-22	+0.87 %
Fastenal (FAST) stock rose by 0.87% likely due to positive analyst upgrades on price targets, as well as the company's strong quarterly earnings which exceeded expectations and included a solid dividend announcement.
	2024-11-21	+0.66 %
Fastenal (FAST) stock rose by 0.66%, likely due to a mix of analyst upgrades, positive earnings reports, strategic institutional investments, and a recently announced dividend, contributing to investor confidence.
	2024-11-18	-0.06 %
Fastenal (FAST) stock experienced a slight decline of -0.06% partly due to KBC Group NV reducing its holdings in the company by 0.3%, as well as significant insider selling and mixed ratings from analysts regarding the stock's future performance. The article discusses the contrasts between different approaches of business leaders towards promotion and myth-building, highlighting that Fastenal and similar companies succeeded without relying on venture capital or extensive personal hype. Fastenal (FAST) stock may have decreased by -0.06% due to a broader market trend or investor sentiment, rather than specific issues related to the company's fundamentals or performance.
	2024-11-11	+1.22 %
Fastenal (FAST) stock rose 1.22% due to significant institutional investments and positive analyst upgrades, including increased price targets, reflecting confidence in the company’s financial performance and growth potential.
	2024-11-07	-0.56 %
Fastenal (FAST) stock experienced a decline of 0.56% amid mixed institutional investment activity and recent insider sales, indicating potential concerns over valuation after analysts adjusted their price targets. The decline in Fastenal's stock may be attributed to various factors, including reduced price targets from brokerage firms, insider selling, and a general market reaction to ongoing economic conditions affecting investment sentiment.
	2024-11-06	+7.02 %
Fastenal (NASDAQ:FAST) stock rose 7.02% after significant increases in institutional investments and favorable revisions of target prices by several equities research analysts, indicating strong market confidence in the company's performance following its recent quarterly earnings report that exceeded expectations.
	2024-11-01	+0.06 %
Fastenal (FAST) stock increased by 0.06% amid news of institutional investors adjusting their positions, with mixed brokerage ratings and recent earnings reports showing slight revenue growth and a dividend announcement, indicating continued confidence in the company's performance. The stock likely went up due to a combination of positive quarterly earnings results that exceeded expectations, ongoing institutional investment interest, and a recently declared dividend, which can enhance stock demand. Fastenal's (FAST) stock increased by 0.06% as institutional investors continued to grow their positions in the company, reflecting strong confidence in its future performance, with recent earnings exceeding expectations and a steady dividend issuance.
	2024-10-29	+1.23 %
Fastenal (FAST) stock rose by 1.23% likely due to analysts raising their price targets, with several firms upgrading their ratings amidst positive quarterly earnings and strong revenue performance, alongside increased investments from hedge funds. Fastenal (FAST) stock rose 1.23% last night, likely driven by substantial increases in institutional investments, with Assenagon Asset Management S.A. boosting its stake by 783.9%, alongside positive quarterly earnings results and continued investor confidence indicated by dividend declarations and favorable analyst ratings. Fastenal (FAST) stock rose 1.23% likely due to significant increased holdings by Assenagon Asset Management S.A., which expanded its stake in the company by 783.9% in the third quarter. Fastenal (FAST) stock rose 1.23% primarily due to positive earnings results, increased target price upgrades from several analysts, and continued interest from institutional investors after a successful quarter where the company beat earnings expectations. Fastenal (FAST) stock increased by 1.23% following the release of its recent earnings report where it surpassed expectations in earnings and revenue, along with several analysts raising their target prices for the stock.
	2024-10-28	+1.08 %
DekaBank Deutsche Girozentrale increased its holdings in Fastenal (FAST) by 3.2% in the third quarter, contributing to a 1.08% rise in the stock's value. The increase in stock price may be attributed to positive institutional investment activity, indicating confidence in the company's future prospects.
	2024-10-25	+0.3 %
Fastenal (FAST) stock increased by 0.3% as the company reported strong earnings, beating consensus estimates, while institutional interest in the stock remains high with several hedge funds adjusting their stakes. The rise in Fastenal's stock can be attributed to better-than-expected earnings results, which included a higher-than-forecasted revenue and earnings per share for the recent quarter, along with a solid dividend announcement that signals financial health to investors.