Fastenal Company (FAST)

Operating profit margin

Dec 31, 2024 Dec 31, 2023 Dec 31, 2022 Dec 31, 2021 Dec 31, 2020
Operating income US$ in thousands 1,510,000 1,528,700 1,453,600 1,217,400 1,141,800
Revenue US$ in thousands 7,549,800 7,340,200 6,965,200 6,002,300 5,639,000
Operating profit margin 20.00% 20.83% 20.87% 20.28% 20.25%

December 31, 2024 calculation

Operating profit margin = Operating income ÷ Revenue
= $1,510,000K ÷ $7,549,800K
= 20.00%

Fastenal Company has exhibited a relatively stable operating profit margin over the past five years, ranging from 20.00% to 20.87%. The company's operating profit margin increased slightly from 20.25% in December 2020 to 20.28% in December 2021 before reaching its peak at 20.87% by December 2022. However, there was a slight decrease to 20.83% by December 2023, followed by a further decline to 20.00% by December 2024. Overall, Fastenal Company has maintained a healthy operating profit margin throughout this period, suggesting efficient cost management and profitability in its operations.


Peer comparison

Dec 31, 2024

Company name
Symbol
Operating profit margin
Fastenal Company
FAST
20.00%
Sherwin-Williams Co
SHW
18.45%
Tractor Supply Company
TSCO
10.16%