Forecast & Rating18 analysts currently cover Fastenal, with about 33.3% giving a positive rating — meaning they expect the stock to rise. The average price target is $47.84, about 1.7% upside from the current price of $47.02. Price targets span a fair range, indicating some disagreement among institutions. Historically, about 91.1% of past price targets were eventually met, which adds credibility. For you, this means most institutions are cautious on Fastenal's outlook. Data as of Jul 23, 2026; for reference only and not investment advice.
Jul 23, 2026
Price forecast
$47.841.74%
Forecast & RatingHold
18analysts
Strong buy33.33%
Buy0.00%
Hold38.89%
Sell11.11%
Strong sell16.67%
Strong buy
6
Buy
0
Hold
7
Sell
2
Strong sell
3
Target price forecast
Forecast baselineJul 19, 2026
Forecast met78.5%
Stock price$47.02
Average forecast price$47.8
Highest forecast price$55
Lowest forecast price$40
Average forecast price
$47.8
Highest forecast price
$55
Lowest forecast price
$40
Analyst ratings
Strong buy
Buy
Hold
Sell
Strong sell
Source: S&P Global
This information is for reference only and is not investment advice.