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Fastenal CoFAST +2.89%97 EV-to-OCF is 38.45 as of Jul. 16, 2026, which is 36% above its 10-year median of 28.18. GuruFocus rates FAST with a GF Score™ of 97/100 and a GF Value™ of $44.69 (Fairly Valued). The stock has 2 warning signs investors should review. Among 157 Industrial Distribution companies, Fastenal Co ranks worse than 90.45% on this metric.
EV-to-OCF is calculated as enterprise value divided by its cash flow from operations. As of today, Fastenal Co's Enterprise Value is $53,790 Mil.
Fastenal Co's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 was $1,399 Mil. Therefore, Fastenal Co's EV-to-OCF for today is 38.45.
The historical rank and industry rank for Fastenal Co's EV-to-OCF or its related term are showing as below:
FAST'
s EV-to-OCF Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 20.12 Med: 28.18 Max: 52
Current: 38.45
During the past 13 years, the highest EV-to-OCF of Fastenal Co was 52.00. The lowest was 20.12. And the median was 28.18.
FAST's EV-to-OCF is ranked worse than 90.45% of 157
companies
in the Industrial Distribution industry
Industry Median: 8.93
vs FAST: 38.45
EV-to-OCF is a valuation multiple that allows analysts and investors to compare stocks, preferably in the same sector or industry. This important multiple is often used in conjunction with, or as an alternative to, the PE Ratio (TTM) to determine the fair market value of a company.
EV-to-OCF is a valuation multiple that allows analysts and investors to compare stocks, preferably in the same sector or industry. This important multiple is often used in conjunction with, or as an alternative to, the PE Ratio (TTM) to determine the fair market value of a company.
Fastenal Co's PE Ratio (TTM) for today is calculated as:
Fastenal Co's share price for today is $46.67.
Fastenal Co's Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was $1.180.
* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD. * For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.
Enterprise Value is used because it is a more complete measure in reflecting how much an investor pays when buying a company. Cash Flow from Operations is an important financial metric because it represents the cash generated from operating activities at a company's disposal. Companies with a low EV-to-OCF ratio, combined with a strong balance sheet are generally considered as undervalued.
Fastenal Co EV-to-OCF Related Terms
Fastenal Co EV-to-OCF Historical Data
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The historical data trend for Fastenal Co's EV-to-OCF can be seen below:
* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD. * For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.
For the Industrial Distribution subindustry, Fastenal Co's EV-to-OCF, along with its competitors' market caps and EV-to-OCF data, can be viewed below:
* Competitive companies are chosen from companies within the same industry, with headquarter located in same country, with closest market capitalization; x-axis shows the market cap, and y-axis shows the term value; the bigger the dot, the larger the market cap. Note that "N/A" values will not show up in the chart.
Fastenal Co EV-to-OCF vs Industrial Distribution Industry
For the Industrial Distribution industry and Industrials sector, Fastenal Co's EV-to-OCF distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Fastenal Co's EV-to-OCF falls into.
Fastenal Co's current Enterprise Value is $53,790 Mil.
Fastenal Co's Cash Flow from Operations for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Jun. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was $1,399 Mil.
* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD. * For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.
Fastenal Co (FAST) has a EV-to-OCF of 38.45 as of Jul. 16, 2026. This is 36% above median its historical median of 28.18. Over the past decade, Fastenal Co's EV-to-OCF has ranged from 20.12 to 52.00. According to the industry distribution chart, Fastenal Co ranks #142 out of 157 companies in the Industrial Distribution industry, placing it in the top 90.4%.
Is Fastenal Co's EV-to-OCF too high?
Fastenal Co's current EV-to-OCF of 38.45 is 36% above median its 10-year median of 28.18. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 20.12 to a high of 52.00. The Industrial Distribution industry median EV-to-OCF is 8.93. Fastenal Co's value of 38.45 is 330.6% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Fastenal Co ranks #142 out of 157 companies in the Industrial Distribution industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, Fastenal Co has a GF Score™ of 97/100 and is considered Fairly Valued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Fastenal Co's EV-to-OCF compare to FERG and GWW?
According to the Industrial Distribution industry distribution chart, Fastenal Co ranks #142 out of 157 companies for EV-to-OCF. This places Fastenal Co in the lower half of its industry. The industry median EV-to-OCF is 8.93. Fastenal Co's value of 38.45 is 330.6% above this benchmark. Historically, Fastenal Co's own EV-to-OCF has ranged from 20.12 to 52.00 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 28.18 vs. the industry median of 8.93, Fastenal Co has consistently been above the industry average. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good EV-to-OCF for an Industrial Distribution company?
The median EV-to-OCF among Industrial Distribution companies is 8.93, based on 157 companies in the industry. Companies in the top quartile (top 25%) have a EV-to-OCF significantly above this median, while those in the bottom quartile fall well below. However, EV-to-OCF should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. Fastenal Co's current EV-to-OCF of 38.45 is 330.6% above the industry median. Use the industry distribution chart on this page to see where any company falls relative to its peers.
What does a high EV-to-OCF mean?
A high EV-to-OCF can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. For the Industrial Distribution industry, the median EV-to-OCF is 8.93 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Fastenal Co's current EV-to-OCF is 38.45, which is 36% above median its own 10-year median of 28.18. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Fastenal Co stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Fastenal Co (FAST) is currently considered Fairly Valued. The stock's GF Value™ is $44.69, compared to a current price of $46.67 — trading 4.4% above its estimated fair value. The current EV-to-OCF is 38.45, which is 36% above median its 10-year median of 28.18 and 330.6% above the Industrial Distribution industry median of 8.93. Fastenal Co's overall GF Score™ is 97/100 with 2 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is EV-to-OCF calculated?
EV-to-OCF is calculated from a company's financial statements. For Fastenal Co (FAST), the current EV-to-OCF is 38.45 as of Jul. 16, 2026. GuruFocus calculates this using data sourced from SEC filings and annual reports. See the calculation section and 30-year financial data on this page for the full breakdown.
Is Fastenal Co (FAST) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Fastenal Co stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of $46.67 is trading 4.4% above its estimated GF Value™ of $44.69.
GuruFocus considers Fastenal Co to be Fairly Valued.
Key valuation signals for FAST:
EV-to-OCF: 38.45 (36% above median its 10-year median of 28.18)
GF Value™: $44.69 vs. price of $46.67 (4.4% above fair value)
Industry Position: 330.6% above the Industrial Distribution median (#142 of 157)
No single metric tells the full story. See the FAST stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Fastenal began as an industrial retailer, expanding its product portfolio from nuts and bolts to cutting tools, safety equipment, and janitorial supplies. It transitioned into a distributor by building out a dense network of branches close to its business customers. Once a customer becomes large enough, Fastenal installs vending machines and its own personnel on-site. Today, these on-site locations exceed Fastenal's branch count and remain the firm's main focus for expansion. Fastenal acts as a one-stop outsourcing partner for its industrial customers, offering value-added services along with a wide breadth of maintenance, repair, and operations supplies.
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