FAST — Fastenal Company
Dividend Grades
vs Industrials sector| Metric | FAST | Sector Median |
|---|---|---|
| Dividend Yield | 2.56% | 1.46% |
| Dividend Growth (5Y) | -1.32% | 7.37% |
| Payout Ratio | 83.0% | 32.7% |
| Consecutive Years Paid | 23 | 15 |
| 1Y Total Return | +19.7% | 15.8% |
Grades compare this stock to Industrials sector peers using percentile ranks. A+ = top 10%, F = bottom 10%. See methodology →
1-Year Growth
-16.03%
3-Year Growth
1.85%
5-Year Growth
-1.32%
10-Year Growth
1.58%
Key Dividend Dates
Next Ex-Date
N/A
Next Payment
N/A
Last Ex-Date
Jan 29, 2026
Last Payment
Feb 26, 2026
Dividend History
| Ex-Date | Amount | Change |
|---|---|---|
| Jan 29, 2026 | $0.2400 | +9.09% |
| Oct 28, 2025 | $0.2200 | 0.00% |
| Jul 29, 2025 | $0.2200 | -50.00% |
| Apr 25, 2025 | $0.4400 | +2.33% |
| Jan 31, 2025 | $0.4300 | +10.26% |
| Oct 25, 2024 | $0.3900 | 0.00% |
| Jul 26, 2024 | $0.3900 | 0.00% |
| Apr 24, 2024 | $0.3900 | 0.00% |
| Jan 31, 2024 | $0.3900 | +2.63% |
| Dec 5, 2023 | $0.3800 | +8.57% |
| Oct 25, 2023 | $0.3500 | 0.00% |
| Jul 26, 2023 | $0.3500 | 0.00% |
| Apr 26, 2023 | $0.3500 | 0.00% |
| Feb 1, 2023 | $0.3500 | +12.90% |
| Oct 26, 2022 | $0.3100 | 0.00% |
| Jul 26, 2022 | $0.3100 | 0.00% |
| Apr 26, 2022 | $0.3100 | 0.00% |
| Feb 1, 2022 | $0.3100 | +10.71% |
| Oct 25, 2021 | $0.2800 | 0.00% |
| Jul 26, 2021 | $0.2800 | 0.00% |
Payout Ratio (Earnings)
83.0%
HighFCF Payout Ratio
122.7%
HighFinancial Snapshot
| Period | EPS | FCF |
|---|---|---|
| Q1 2025 | $0.52 | $206.50M |
| Q2 2025 | $0.29 | $209.30M |
| Q3 2025 | $0.29 | $326.60M |
| Q4 2025 | $0.26 | $308.10M |
Analyst Ratings (Last 90 Days)
Peer Comparison
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Fastenal Company pay a dividend?
Yes, Fastenal Company (FAST) pays a quarterly dividend with a yield of 2.56%.
What is FAST's dividend yield?
FAST's current dividend yield is 2.56%. The annual dividend is $1.12.
When is FAST's next ex-dividend date?
The next ex-dividend date for FAST has not been announced yet.
How many years has Fastenal Company increased its dividend?
Fastenal Company has increased its dividend for 0 consecutive years.
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About this data
Dividend data sourced from Financial Modeling Prep. Prices updated daily after market close.
Payout ratio — trailing 12-month dividends paid / trailing 12-month net income.
Consecutive years — calendar years with a higher total annual dividend than the prior year.
Growth rates — annualized, comparing the most recent full year total to the total N years prior.
For informational purposes only. Not investment advice.
Data as of March 22, 2026. Source: Financial Modeling Prep. Prices and yields updated daily after market close.