All You Need to Know About Fastenal (FAST) Rating Upgrade to Buy

Fastenal (FAST) might move higher on growing optimism about its earnings prospects, which is reflected by its upgrade to a Zacks Rank #2 (Buy).

Zacks Investment Research • Sep 14, 2026

Top 50 High-Quality Dividend Growth Stocks For September 2026

I track a universe of 50 high-quality dividend growth stocks to identify opportune entry points based on valuation and future return potential. Recent upgrades include Eli Lilly, Watsco, and Nike, driven by improved valuations and stronger EPS growth projections. 43 out of 50 stocks currently offer a forward return estimate of at least 10%, with 29 appearing potentially undervalued based on free cash flow mean reversion.

Seeking Alpha • Sep 14, 2026

These 5 Boring Stocks Are Quietly Crushing the Market and Making Investors Rich

Trash haulers, elevator servicers, and a fastener distributor sound like the least exciting investments imaginable, yet a handful of these overlooked operators have quietly outpaced the market for a decade while most investors chased flashier names.

24/7 Wall Street • Sep 12, 2026

5 Industrial Services Stocks to Consider Despite Industry Challenges

Despite a weak near-term outlook for the Zacks Industrial Services industry, GWW, FAST, MSM, GIC and BOOM are navigating the challenges effectively.

Zacks Investment Research • Sep 4, 2026

Is Fastenal (FAST) Stock Outpacing Its Industrial Products Peers This Year?

Here is how Fastenal (FAST) and Kubota Corp. (KUBTY) have performed compared to their sector so far this year.

Zacks Investment Research • Sep 3, 2026

Best Dividend Aristocrats For September 2026

Dividend Aristocrats, tracked via NOBL, delivered a 12.9% YTD return, closely trailing SPY's 13.68%, with 29 Aristocrats outperforming SPY in 2026. Top 2026 performers include TGT (+73.04%), NUE (+55.64%), and BEN (+49.25%), highlighting strong sectoral momentum among select Aristocrats. Six Aristocrats announced dividend increases in the past month, pushing the group's average 2026 dividend growth rate to 4.30%, up from 4.10% last month.

Seeking Alpha • Aug 28, 2026

Can Fastenal's 17% Construction Growth Hold on Infrastructure Demand?

Fastenal Company FAST is gaining from stronger activity across construction markets, with infrastructure and data center projects emerging as important sources of demand. The company's construction sales grew approximately 17% in the second quarter of 2026, marking the second consecutive quarter of growth at this pace.

Zacks Investment Research • Aug 27, 2026

Can Fastenal's 44.6% FMI Sales Mix Unlock More Operating Leverage?

FAST's FMI sales rise 16.4% to $1.08 billion and reach 44.6% of Q2 revenues, as automation and fixed-cost leverage support operating efficiency.

Zacks Investment Research • Aug 21, 2026

Is Fastenal (FAST) Outperforming Other Industrial Products Stocks This Year?

Here is how Fastenal (FAST) and Kubota Corp. (KUBTY) have performed compared to their sector so far this year.

Zacks Investment Research • Aug 18, 2026

Fastenal Stock Climbs 14% in a Month: Buy the High Now or Wait?

FAST stock's 14% rally reflects strong sales, technology gains and share growth, but margin and valuation pressures could limit upside.

Zacks Investment Research • Aug 17, 2026