Fastenal [FAST] vs Ferguson Enterprises [FERG] Detailed Stock Comparison
Fastenal
NASDAQ
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Ferguson Enterprises
NYSE
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TLDR: Quick Comparison Summary
Based on 19 vital metrics comparison: Fastenal wins in 10 metrics, Ferguson Enterprises wins in 9 metrics, with 0 ties. Fastenal appears stronger overall.
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Vital Metrics Comparison
| Metric | Fastenal | Ferguson Enterprises | Better |
|---|---|---|---|
| P/E Ratio (TTM) | 45.83 | 24.88 | Ferguson Enterprises |
| Price-to-Book Ratio | 14.36 | 7.81 | Ferguson Enterprises |
| Debt-to-Equity Ratio | 14.32 | 102.30 | Fastenal |
| PEG Ratio | 21.76 | 0.43 | Ferguson Enterprises |
| EV/EBITDA | 31.76 | 17.08 | Ferguson Enterprises |
| Profit Margin (TTM) | 15.30% | 6.03% | Fastenal |
| Operating Margin (TTM) | 20.96% | 10.03% | Fastenal |
| EBITDA Margin (TTM) | 20.96% | 10.03% | Fastenal |
| Return on Equity | 32.56% | 32.42% | Fastenal |
| Return on Assets (TTM) | 20.31% | 9.46% | Fastenal |
| Free Cash Flow (TTM) | $946.80M | $1.60B | Ferguson Enterprises |
| 1-Year Return | 36.45% | 18.82% | Fastenal |
| Price-to-Sales Ratio (TTM) | 7.04 | 1.48 | Ferguson Enterprises |
| Enterprise Value | $55.31B | $50.73B | Fastenal |
| EV/Revenue Ratio | 7.12 | 1.65 | Ferguson Enterprises |
| Gross Profit Margin (TTM) | 45.32% | 31.71% | Fastenal |
| Revenue per Share (TTM) | $7 | $155 | Ferguson Enterprises |
| Earnings per Share (Diluted) | $1.04 | $9.31 | Ferguson Enterprises |
| Beta (Stock Volatility) | 0.96 | 1.09 | Fastenal |
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Fastenal vs Ferguson Enterprises Stock Performance Analysis
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Performance Comparison
Short-term Returns
| Stock | 1D | 1W | 1M | 3M | 6M | YTD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fastenal | -0.21% | -1.68% | -3.31% | 11.01% | 22.74% | 34.65% |
| Ferguson Enterprises | 1.23% | 2.55% | 0.74% | 3.72% | 46.22% | 33.60% |
Long-term Returns
| Stock | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | 10Y | 15Y | 20Y |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fastenal | 36.45% | 108.90% | 105.32% | 391.58% | 602.05% | 1,143.64% |
| Ferguson Enterprises | 18.82% | 112.00% | 133.97% | 291.66% | 760.12% | 849.69% |
News Based Sentiment: Fastenal vs Ferguson Enterprises
Fastenal
News based Sentiment: MIXED
October presented a mixed bag for Fastenal, with positive developments like institutional investment and analyst upgrades countered by insider selling and sector-wide market corrections. The upcoming earnings release will be crucial in determining the company's trajectory.
Ferguson Enterprises
News based Sentiment: POSITIVE
Ferguson delivered strong financial results for both the fiscal year and the fourth quarter, coupled with positive analyst revisions and growing institutional investment. While technical indicators present a minor concern, the overall narrative is one of growth and profitability, making this a significant month for the company.
Performance & Financial Health Analysis: Fastenal vs Ferguson Enterprises
| Metric | FAST | FERG |
|---|---|---|
| Market Information | ||
| Market Cap | $54.70B | $45.51B |
| Market Cap Category | Large cap | Large cap |
| 10 Day Avg. Volume | 7,554,816 | 1,831,430 |
| 90 Day Avg. Volume | 6,585,349 | 2,145,847 |
| Last Close | $47.78 | $234.49 |
| 52 Week Range | $34.69 - $50.63 | $146.00 - $243.40 |
| % from 52W High | -5.63% | -3.66% |
| All-Time High | $84.88 (Nov 11, 2024) | $243.49 (Sep 05, 2025) |
| % from All-Time High | -43.71% | -3.70% |
| Growth Metrics | ||
| Quarterly Revenue Growth | 0.09% | 0.07% |
| Quarterly Earnings Growth | 0.13% | 0.55% |
| Financial Health | ||
| Profit Margin (TTM) | 0.15% | 0.06% |
| Operating Margin (TTM) | 0.21% | 0.10% |
| Return on Equity (TTM) | 0.33% | 0.32% |
| Debt to Equity (MRQ) | 14.32 | 102.30 |
| Cash & Liquidity | ||
| Book Value per Share (MRQ) | $3.32 | $29.67 |
| Cash per Share (MRQ) | $0.21 | $3.44 |
| Operating Cash Flow (TTM) | $1.12B | $1.91B |
| Levered Free Cash Flow (TTM) | $657.05M | $1.48B |
| Dividends | ||
| Last 12-Month Dividend Yield | N/A | N/A |
| Last 12-Month Dividend | N/A | N/A |
Valuation & Enterprise Metrics Analysis: Fastenal vs Ferguson Enterprises
| Metric | FAST | FERG |
|---|---|---|
| Price Ratios | ||
| P/E Ratio (TTM) | 45.83 | 24.88 |
| Forward P/E | 21.76 | 20.98 |
| PEG Ratio | 21.76 | 0.43 |
| Price to Sales (TTM) | 7.04 | 1.48 |
| Price to Book (MRQ) | 14.36 | 7.81 |
| Market Capitalization | ||
| Market Capitalization | $54.70B | $45.51B |
| Enterprise Value | $55.31B | $50.73B |
| Enterprise Value Metrics | ||
| Enterprise to Revenue | 7.12 | 1.65 |
| Enterprise to EBITDA | 31.76 | 17.08 |
| Risk & Other Metrics | ||
| Beta | 0.96 | 1.09 |
| Book Value per Share (MRQ) | $3.32 | $29.67 |
Financial Statements Comparison: Fastenal vs Ferguson Enterprises
Financial Metrics
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EBITDA
Operating Margin
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Long Term Debt
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Current Ratio
Operating Cash Flow
Income Statement (MRQ)
| Metric (MRQ) | FAST | FERG |
|---|---|---|
| Revenue/Sales | $2.08B | $8.50B |
| Cost of Goods Sold | $1.14B | $5.80B |
| Gross Profit | $942.80M | $2.69B |
| Research & Development | N/A | N/A |
| Operating Income (EBIT) | $436.10M | $932.00M |
| EBITDA | $483.90M | $1.03B |
| Pre-Tax Income | $436.60M | $872.00M |
| Income Tax | $106.30M | $172.00M |
| Net Income (Profit) | $330.30M | $700.00M |
Balance Sheet & Liquidity Metrics (MRQ)
| Metric (MRQ) | FAST | FERG |
|---|---|---|
| Cash & Equivalents | $237.80M | $674.00M |
| Total Current Assets | $3.46B | $10.15B |
| Total Current Liabilities | $820.30M | $6.03B |
| Long-Term Debt | $309.10M | $5.12B |
| Total Shareholders Equity | $3.81B | $5.83B |
| Retained Earnings | $3.74B | $6.78B |
| Property, Plant & Equipment | $1.41B | $1.94B |
Cash Flow Statement Comparison (MRQ)
| Metric (MRQ) | FAST | FERG |
|---|---|---|
| Operating Cash Flow | $240.80M | $435.00M |
| Capital Expenditures | $-64.30M | N/A |
| Free Cash Flow | $209.30M | $471.00M |
| Debt Repayment | $-490.00M | $-1.23B |
| Common Stock Repurchase | N/A | $-189.00M |
Short Interest & Institutional Ownership Analysis
| Metric | FAST | FERG |
|---|---|---|
| Shares Short | 25.33M | 2.18M |
| Short Ratio | 3.67 | 1.20 |
| Short % of Float | 0.03% | 0.01% |
| Average Daily Volume (10 Day) | 7,554,816 | 1,831,430 |
| Average Daily Volume (90 Day) | 6,585,349 | 2,145,847 |
| Shares Outstanding | 1.15B | 198.90M |
| Float Shares | 1.14B | 195.77M |
| % Held by Insiders | 0.00% | 0.02% |
| % Held by Institutions | 0.88% | 0.97% |
Dividend Analysis & Yield Comparison: Fastenal vs Ferguson Enterprises
| Metric | FAST | FERG |
|---|---|---|
| Last 12-Month Dividend | N/A | N/A |
| Last 12-Month Dividend Yield | N/A | N/A |
| 3-Year Avg Annual Dividend | N/A | N/A |
| 3-Year Avg Dividend Yield | N/A | N/A |
| 3-Year Total Dividends | N/A | N/A |
| Ex-Dividend Date | N/A | N/A |