WS Investor
06 Sep 2025, 07:39
Fastenal reported August 2025 net sales of $696.7 million, up 6.7% year-over-year. Daily sales rose 11.8% to $33.2 million despite one fewer business day. Growth was broad-based, with fasteners up 13.3%, safety products up 10.2%, and other products up 11.5%. Heavy and other manufacturing led end markets, while non-residential construction rebounded 11.5%. Contract customers drove gains (+14%), supported by 9% eBusiness growth and a 17% rise in managed inventory. Headcount increased 3.7% to 24,283. Results highlight solid demand across regions, led by 17.6% growth in Rest of World sales.