Fastenal FAST Return on invested capital

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FAQ

What is Fastenal's return on invested capital?

Fastenal (FAST) reported return on invested capital of 32.1% in Q2 2026.

How has Fastenal's return on invested capital changed year-over-year?

Fastenal's return on invested capital increased by 6.2% year-over-year, from 30.2% to 32.1%.

What is the long-term trend for Fastenal's return on invested capital?

Over 5 years (2020 to 2025), Fastenal's return on invested capital has grown at a 2.6% compound annual growth rate (CAGR), from 27.9% to 31.7%.

What does return on invested capital mean?

Net operating profit after tax (operating income taxed at the effective rate) divided by average invested capital (debt plus equity minus cash). Measures the after-tax return on all capital put to work in the business, independent of capital structure.