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Fastenal Company • NASDAQ

FAST Dividend Calculator: Forecast Your Returns

See how much monthly passive income you can generate from Fastenal Company. Calculate dividend growth with DRIP and compound interest using real-time data.

Current Price
$52.47
1.08% today
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Investment value: $5,247.00
Shares: 100

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Is FAST a Good Investment for 2026?

Based on the current price of $52.47, FAST offers a solid dividend yield of 1.98%. This is higher than the S&P 500 average.

Historically, Fastenal Company has increased its payouts by an average of 12.3% annually over the last 5 years.

With a payout ratio of 78%, the dividend appears sustainable.

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Frequently Asked Questions about FAST

How much does FAST pay per share?

FAST currently pays an annual dividend of $1.04 per share, distributed quarterly.

When is the next ex-dividend date for FAST?

The next ex-dividend date for FAST is expected to be October 28, 2026. To receive the payment, you must own the stock before this date.

Is FAST a good dividend stock?

FAST has a dividend yield of 1.98% and has grown its dividend for 2 years. Its payout ratio is 78%, indicating moderate dividend sustainability.
Your Annual Dividend Income
$88.40
Monthly: $7.37
Value after 10 Years:$10,635.64
Future Yield on Cost:7.9%
Total Dividends Earned:$1,753.42
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FAST Dividend Health Check

Dividend Yield1.98%
Moderate Yield
Payout Safety
Moderate
Payout ratio: 77.7%
Growth Streak2+ Years
Dividend growth streak is not yet established
Short History
Payment FrequencyQuarterly
4 payments per year
Next expected payment:
November 25, 2026