Fastenal revenue climbs to $2.46 billion in third-quarter results

• Fastenal (NASDAQ:FAST) reported third-quarter 2026 earnings that exceeded Wall Street expectations, with revenue of $2.46 billion and earnings per share of $0.35.
• The company reported net income of $401.6 million, while daily sales increased 15.5% year over year.
• Fastenal also returned $328 million to shareholders through dividends and share repurchases during the quarter.

Fastenal (NASDAQ:FAST) reported third-quarter 2026 financial results, delivering higher-than-expected revenue and earnings.

The company reported earnings per share of $0.35, exceeding analyst expectations of $0.34. Revenue reached $2.46 billion, above estimates of $2.44 billion.

Net income totaled $401.6 million, while daily sales growth increased 15.5% compared with the prior-year period.

Fastenal reported an operating margin of 21.5%, an increase of 90 basis points year over year.

Operating cash flow reached $422 million, representing 105% of net income.

The company returned $328 million to shareholders through dividends and share repurchases during the quarter.

Fastenal declared a cash dividend of $0.26 per share, payable on November 25, 2026, to shareholders of record as of October 28, 2026.

Fastenal distributes industrial and construction supplies, including fasteners, safety products, and inventory management solutions for businesses across manufacturing, construction, and other industries.