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Preview: Fastenal's Earnings

Fastenal (NASDAQ:FAST) will release its quarterly earnings report on Friday, 2024-10-11. Here's a brief overview for investors ahead of the announcement.

Analysts anticipate Fastenal to report an earnings per share (EPS) of $0.51.

Anticipation surrounds Fastenal's announcement, with investors hoping to hear about both surpassing estimates and receiving positive guidance for the next quarter.

New investors should understand that while earnings performance is important, market reactions are often driven by guidance.

Performance in Previous Earnings

During the last quarter, the company reported an EPS missed by $0.00, leading to a 0.0% drop in the share price on the subsequent day.

Here's a look at Fastenal's past performance and the resulting price change:

Quarter

Q2 2024

Q1 2024

Q4 2023

Q3 2023

EPS Estimate

0.51

0.53

0.45

0.50

EPS Actual

0.51

0.52

0.46

0.52

Price Change %

2.0%

1.0%

2.0%

-0.0%

Stock Performance

Shares of Fastenal were trading at $70.61 as of October 09. Over the last 52-week period, shares are up 16.55%. Given that these returns are generally positive, long-term shareholders are likely bullish going into this earnings release.

Analysts' Perspectives on Fastenal

Understanding market sentiments and expectations within the industry is crucial for investors. This analysis delves into the latest insights on Fastenal.

Analysts have provided Fastenal with 4 ratings, resulting in a consensus rating of Buy. The average one-year price target stands at $73.25, suggesting a potential 3.74% upside.

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