Core & Main [CNM] vs Fastenal [FAST] Detailed Stock Comparison
Core & Main
NYSE
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Fastenal
NASDAQ
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TLDR: Quick Comparison Summary
Based on 19 vital metrics comparison: Core & Main wins in 7 metrics, Fastenal wins in 12 metrics, with 0 ties. Fastenal appears stronger overall.
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Vital Metrics Comparison
| Metric | Core & Main | Fastenal | Better |
|---|---|---|---|
| P/E Ratio (TTM) | 29.66 | 45.83 | Core & Main |
| Price-to-Book Ratio | 6.96 | 14.36 | Core & Main |
| Debt-to-Equity Ratio | 139.81 | 14.32 | Fastenal |
| PEG Ratio | 26.15 | 21.76 | Fastenal |
| EV/EBITDA | 15.98 | 31.76 | Core & Main |
| Profit Margin (TTM) | 5.47% | 15.30% | Fastenal |
| Operating Margin (TTM) | 8.95% | 20.96% | Fastenal |
| EBITDA Margin (TTM) | 8.95% | 20.96% | Fastenal |
| Return on Equity | 25.28% | 32.56% | Fastenal |
| Return on Assets (TTM) | 7.33% | 20.31% | Fastenal |
| Free Cash Flow (TTM) | $586.00M | $946.80M | Fastenal |
| 1-Year Return | 30.10% | 43.06% | Fastenal |
| Price-to-Sales Ratio (TTM) | 1.66 | 7.04 | Core & Main |
| Enterprise Value | $14.67B | $55.31B | Fastenal |
| EV/Revenue Ratio | 1.93 | 7.12 | Core & Main |
| Gross Profit Margin (TTM) | 26.69% | 45.32% | Fastenal |
| Revenue per Share (TTM) | $40 | $7 | Core & Main |
| Earnings per Share (Diluted) | $2.16 | $1.04 | Core & Main |
| Beta (Stock Volatility) | 1.04 | 0.96 | Fastenal |
Performance
Key Stats
Valuation
Financials
Short Interest
Dividends
Core & Main vs Fastenal Stock Performance Analysis
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Performance Comparison
Short-term Returns
| Stock | 1D | 1W | 1M | 3M | 6M | YTD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Core & Main | -0.22% | 0.72% | 3.52% | 26.93% | 17.40% | 24.88% |
| Fastenal | 1.08% | 2.93% | 11.80% | 20.97% | 28.60% | 33.52% |
Long-term Returns
| Stock | 1Y | 3Y | 5Y | 10Y | 15Y | 20Y |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Core & Main | 30.10% | 160.46% | 170.46% | 170.46% | 170.46% | 170.46% |
| Fastenal | 43.06% | 70.24% | 97.83% | 372.44% | 688.70% | 1,092.96% |
Performance & Financial Health Analysis: Core & Main vs Fastenal
| Metric | CNM | FAST |
|---|---|---|
| Market Information | ||
| Market Cap | $12.63B | $54.70B |
| Market Cap Category | Large cap | Large cap |
| 10 Day Avg. Volume | 1,524,266 | 7,554,816 |
| 90 Day Avg. Volume | 1,760,362 | 6,585,349 |
| Last Close | $63.96 | $47.99 |
| 52 Week Range | $37.22 - $65.97 | $32.04 - $48.38 |
| % from 52W High | -3.05% | -0.80% |
| All-Time High | $65.97 (Jul 28, 2025) | $84.88 (Nov 11, 2024) |
| % from All-Time High | -3.05% | -43.46% |
| Growth Metrics | ||
| Quarterly Revenue Growth | 0.10% | 0.09% |
| Quarterly Earnings Growth | 0.05% | 0.13% |
| Financial Health | ||
| Profit Margin (TTM) | 0.05% | 0.15% |
| Operating Margin (TTM) | 0.09% | 0.21% |
| Return on Equity (TTM) | 0.25% | 0.33% |
| Debt to Equity (MRQ) | 139.81 | 14.32 |
| Cash & Liquidity | ||
| Book Value per Share (MRQ) | $9.21 | $3.32 |
| Cash per Share (MRQ) | $0.04 | $0.21 |
| Operating Cash Flow (TTM) | $620.00M | $1.12B |
| Levered Free Cash Flow (TTM) | $474.00M | $657.05M |
| Dividends | ||
| Last 12-Month Dividend Yield | N/A | N/A |
| Last 12-Month Dividend | N/A | N/A |
Valuation & Enterprise Metrics Analysis: Core & Main vs Fastenal
| Metric | CNM | FAST |
|---|---|---|
| Price Ratios | ||
| P/E Ratio (TTM) | 29.66 | 45.83 |
| Forward P/E | 26.15 | 21.76 |
| PEG Ratio | 26.15 | 21.76 |
| Price to Sales (TTM) | 1.66 | 7.04 |
| Price to Book (MRQ) | 6.96 | 14.36 |
| Market Capitalization | ||
| Market Capitalization | $12.63B | $54.70B |
| Enterprise Value | $14.67B | $55.31B |
| Enterprise Value Metrics | ||
| Enterprise to Revenue | 1.93 | 7.12 |
| Enterprise to EBITDA | 15.98 | 31.76 |
| Risk & Other Metrics | ||
| Beta | 1.04 | 0.96 |
| Book Value per Share (MRQ) | $9.21 | $3.32 |
Financial Statements Comparison: Core & Main vs Fastenal
Financial Metrics
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Revenue
EBITDA
Operating Margin
Free Cash Flow
Long Term Debt
Profit Margin
Current Ratio
Operating Cash Flow
Income Statement (MRQ)
| Metric (MRQ) | CNM | FAST |
|---|---|---|
| Revenue/Sales | $1.91B | $2.08B |
| Cost of Goods Sold | $1.40B | $1.14B |
| Gross Profit | $510.00M | $942.80M |
| Research & Development | N/A | N/A |
| Operating Income (EBIT) | $171.00M | $436.10M |
| EBITDA | $219.00M | $483.90M |
| Pre-Tax Income | $141.00M | $436.60M |
| Income Tax | $36.00M | $106.30M |
| Net Income (Profit) | $105.00M | $330.30M |
Balance Sheet & Liquidity Metrics (MRQ)
| Metric (MRQ) | CNM | FAST |
|---|---|---|
| Cash & Equivalents | $8.00M | $237.80M |
| Total Current Assets | $2.44B | $3.46B |
| Total Current Liabilities | $1.25B | $820.30M |
| Long-Term Debt | $2.44B | $309.10M |
| Total Shareholders Equity | $1.82B | $3.81B |
| Retained Earnings | $515.00M | $3.74B |
| Property, Plant & Equipment | $439.00M | $1.41B |
Cash Flow Statement Comparison (MRQ)
| Metric (MRQ) | CNM | FAST |
|---|---|---|
| Operating Cash Flow | $101.00M | $240.80M |
| Capital Expenditures | N/A | $-64.30M |
| Free Cash Flow | $64.00M | $209.30M |
| Debt Repayment | $-99.00M | $-490.00M |
| Common Stock Repurchase | N/A | N/A |
Short Interest & Institutional Ownership Analysis
| Metric | CNM | FAST |
|---|---|---|
| Shares Short | 12.79M | 25.33M |
| Short Ratio | 6.28 | 3.67 |
| Short % of Float | 0.08% | 0.03% |
| Average Daily Volume (10 Day) | 1,524,266 | 7,554,816 |
| Average Daily Volume (90 Day) | 1,760,362 | 6,585,349 |
| Shares Outstanding | 189.82M | 1.15B |
| Float Shares | 176.44M | 1.14B |
| % Held by Insiders | 0.01% | 0.00% |
| % Held by Institutions | 1.14% | 0.88% |
Dividend Analysis & Yield Comparison: Core & Main vs Fastenal
| Metric | CNM | FAST |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |