FAST Fastenal PE ratio, current and historical analysis
The current P/E ratio for Fastenal stock as of Apr 1, 2025 is 38.61. This is calculated based on the TTM EPS of $2.01 and the stock price of $77.61 per share. The PE ratio has increased by 10% from its last 4 quarters average of 35.2.
FAST PE ratio history
The average historical PE ratio of Fastenal for the last ten years is 27.93. The current price-to-earnings ratio of 38.61 is 38% more than the historical average. Analyzing the last ten years, FAST's PE ratio reached its highest point in the Dec 2021 quarter at 39.79, when the price was $64.06 and the EPS was $1.61. The lowest point was recorded in the Dec 2018 quarter, when it reached 19.96 with a price of $26.15 and an EPS of $1.31.
Fastenal PE ratio by year
Maximum annual increase: 34.17% in 2019
Maximum annual decrease: -37.07% in 2022
| Year | PE ratio | PE change | Price | EPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 35.78 | 11.6% | $71.91 | $2.01 |
| 2023 | 32.06 | 28.04% | $64.77 | $2.02 |
| 2022 | 25.04 | -37.07% | $47.32 | $1.89 |
| 2021 | 39.79 | 22.24% | $64.06 | $1.61 |
| 2020 | 32.55 | 21.55% | $48.83 | $1.5 |
| 2019 | 26.78 | 34.17% | $36.95 | $1.38 |
| 2018 | 19.96 | -27.02% | $26.15 | $1.31 |
| 2017 | 27.35 | 1.3% | $27.35 | $1 |
| 2016 | 27 | 17.75% | $23.49 | $0.87 |
| 2015 | 22.93 | -19% | $20.41 | $0.89 |
| 2014 | 28.31 | -9.44% | $23.78 | $0.84 |
| 2013 | 31.26 | -4.84% | $23.76 | $0.76 |
| 2012 | 32.85 | -8.11% | $23.33 | $0.71 |
| 2011 | 35.75 | 7.42% | $21.81 | $0.61 |
| 2010 | 33.28 | -0.89% | $14.98 | $0.45 |
Fastenal PE ratio by quarter (TTM)
| Year | PE ratio | PE change | Price | EPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 2024 | 35.78 | 0.7% | $71.91 | $2.01 |
| Sep 2024 | 35.53 | 13.66% | $71.42 | $2.01 |
| Jun 2024 | 31.26 | -18.15% | $62.84 | $2.01 |
| Mar 2024 | 38.19 | 19.12% | $77.14 | $2.02 |
| Dec 2023 | 32.06 | 16.75% | $64.77 | $2.02 |
| Sep 2023 | 27.46 | -8.28% | $54.64 | $1.99 |
| Jun 2023 | 29.94 | 8.24% | $58.99 | $1.97 |
| Mar 2023 | 27.66 | 10.46% | $53.94 | $1.95 |
| Dec 2022 | 25.04 | 1.71% | $47.32 | $1.89 |
| Sep 2022 | 24.62 | -11.72% | $46.04 | $1.87 |
| Jun 2022 | 27.89 | -19.72% | $49.92 | $1.79 |
| Mar 2022 | 34.74 | -12.69% | $59.4 | $1.71 |
| Dec 2021 | 39.79 | 19.49% | $64.06 | $1.61 |
| Sep 2021 | 33.3 | -2.66% | $51.61 | $1.55 |
| Jun 2021 | 34.21 | 3.42% | $52 | $1.52 |
FAST average PE ratio chart
The current PE ratio of FAST is above its 3, 5 and 10-year averages.
FAST PE vs peers
When compared to its peer stocks GWW and WCC, FAST's PE ratio is higher.
| Stock name | PE ratio | Market cap |
|---|---|---|
| WCC Wesco International Inc | 11.8 | $7.63B |
| MSM Msc Industrial Direct Co Inc | 18.48 | $4.35B |
| GWW Ww Grainger Inc | 25.59 | $47.93B |
| FAST Fastenal Co | 38.61 | $44.5B |
Frequently asked questions
What is Fastenal's PE ratio?
The price to earnings ratio for FAST stock as of Apr 1, 2025, stands at 38.61.
What is the 3-year average PE ratio for Fastenal (FAST)?
As an average over the last 3 years, FAST stock has a PE ratio of 30.49.
What is the 5-year average PE ratio for Fastenal (FAST)?
As an average over the last 5 years, FAST stock has a PE ratio of 31.75.
What is the highest PE ratio for FAST?
The highest quarterly PE ratio in the last ten years has been 39.79 and it was in the Dec 2021 quarter.
How does the current PE ratio for FAST compare to its historical average?
The current PE ratio of FAST is 38% higher than the 10-year historical average.
How is FAST's PE ratio calculated (Fastenal PE ratio formula)?
The P/E ratio is calculated by taking the latest stock price and dividing it by the earnings per share(EPS) for the last 12 months. As of today (Apr 1, 2025), Fastenal's share price is $77.61. The company's earnings per share for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ending Dec 2024 is $2.01. Therefore, Fastenal's price to earnings ratio for today is 38.61. PE RATIO(38.61) = STOCK PRICE($77.61) / TTM EPS($2.01)
All PE ratio stats are based on quarterly TTM periods, unless otherwise specified. Data from 
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