Fastenal Company shareholders have seen a respectable 90% total shareholder return over the last five years, largely due to dividend payments, even though the share price return alone was 68% for the same period. Despite a recent 19% drop in share price over the past quarter, the company's EPS growth of 7.8% per year over five years indicates a higher market opinion now compared to five years ago, with significant insider buying also noted recently. Investors are advised to examine historical growth trends and consider an identified warning sign.

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<p>Fastenal Company shareholders have enjoyed a 90% total return over five years, driven by dividends, despite a 68% share price return. Recent insider buying and 7.8% annual EPS growth suggest positive market sentiment, despite a 19% share price drop last quarter. Investors should review historical growth trends and a noted warning sign.</p>

Fastenal's (NASDAQ:FAST) investors will be pleased with their respectable 90% return over the last five years