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What Is FAST Fair Value?

Fastenal (FAST) fair value estimate using multiple valuation models, updated daily.

As of July 16, 2026, Fastenal (FAST) has a composite fair value estimate of $25.95 based on four valuation models: DCF (35% weight), Graham Number (25% weight), PEG (25% weight), and DDM (15% weight). The current market price is $45.36, suggesting the stock is overvalued by 42.8%.

Data as of July 16, 2026 (today)

Composite Fair Value

Overvalued4 of 4 models

$25.95

vs. current price of $45.36(-42.8%)

Undervalued$25.95Overvalued
$45.36

How Is FAST Fair Value Calculated?

Four independent models estimate what FAST is worth. Each uses different inputs and assumptions. The composite blends them by weight.

FAST Intrinsic Value

Forward-looking models based on future cash flows

DCF (Discounted Cash Flow)

35% weight

Estimates how much cash the company will generate over the next 10 years, then calculates what all that future cash is worth in today's dollars. Includes a 15% safety cushion. Try the standalone DCF calculator →

$27.29

-39.8%

Overvalued

Inputs used

FCF: 943.8MGrowth: 13.1%Discount: 8%

DDM (Dividend Discount Model)

15% weight

If a company pays you dividends, this model asks: how much are all those future dividend payments worth today? Only works for stocks that pay dividends. Try the intrinsic value calculator →

$54.07

+19.2%

Undervalued

Inputs used

Dividend: $0.96/yrReq. Return: 8%Growth: 6.5%

FAST Fair Value

Current fundamentals: earnings, assets, and growth rate

Graham Number (Value Investing)

25% weight

Created by legendary investor Benjamin Graham. It looks at two things: how much the company earns (EPS) and what its assets are worth (Book Value), then calculates the maximum price a careful investor should pay. Try the fair value calculator →

$10.01

-77.9%

Overvalued

Inputs used

EPS: $1.26Book Value: $3.55

PEG (Price/Earnings to Growth)

25% weight

Checks if you're paying a fair price for the company's growth. A fast-growing company deserves a higher price than a slow one. This model finds the right price based on how fast earnings are growing.

$16.39

-63.9%

Overvalued

Inputs used

EPS: $1.26Growth: 13.1%

What If You Change the Assumptions?

Drag the sliders to test different scenarios. Tap the ? buttons to learn what each input means.

Your DCF Fair Value

$27.29Overvalued

Current price $45.36 is 39.8% above this estimate

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View 10-year cash flow projections
YearProjected FCF (Free Cash Flow)Present Value
Year 1$1.07B$984.5M
Year 2$1.21B$1.03B
Year 3$1.36B$1.07B
Year 4$1.54B$1.12B
Year 5$1.74B$1.17B
Year 6$1.97B$1.22B
Year 7$2.23B$1.27B
Year 8$2.52B$1.32B
Year 9$2.85B$1.38B
Year 10$3.22B$1.44B
Terminal Value$56.11B$25.08B

What Are FAST's Key Financial Metrics?

Earnings & Growth

Current Price

$45.36

EPS (TTM)

$1.17

Forward P/E

32.6

Profit Margin

15.5%

Cash & Balance Sheet

Free Cash Flow

916.1M

EBITDA

2B

Book Value

$3.55

Total Debt

441.5M

What Do Analysts Say About FAST?

Low

$39.90

Average

$47.84

High

$55.00

Upside

+5.5%

Current $45.36Avg Target $47.84Hold13 analysts

FAST Fair Value FAQ

What is the fair value of FAST?

Based on our composite model (DCF 35%, Graham 25%, PEG 25%, DDM 15%), FAST's estimated fair value is $25.95. The stock is currently trading at $45.36, which makes it overvalued by our analysis.

How is FAST's fair value calculated?

We use four valuation methods: Discounted Cash Flow (DCF), Graham Number, PEG-based Fair Value, and Dividend Discount Model (for dividend-paying stocks). The composite score weights DCF at 35%, Graham and PEG at 25% each, and DDM at 15%. When a model can't be applied, its weight is redistributed proportionally.

Is FAST overvalued or undervalued?

Based on our analysis, FAST is overvalued. The current price of $45.36 is 42.8% above our estimated fair value of $25.95.

What do Wall Street analysts say about FAST?

13 analysts cover Fastenal with a consensus rating of "Hold." The average price target is $47.84, ranging from $39.90 to $55.00. This implies 5.5% upside from the current price.