FAST monthly performance report
Explore FAST's monthly returns, drawdown, and seasonality trends — updated every month.
FAST monthly report
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Key takeaways
- Fastenal (FAST) closed September 2026 at $49.01, down 0.61% for the month and +3.79% over the trailing 12 months.
- Year-to-date, FAST is +22.13%, outperforming the S&P 500 which has returned +11.70% YTD.
- The stock is trading +7.38% versus its 200-day moving average ($45.64), a bullish technical signal.
- Over the past three years, FAST has outperformed the S&P 500 by +6.85%, with a relative strength index reading of 104.
- Win rate over the trailing 39 months stands at 59% — 23 positive months versus 16 negative months.
Fastenal ended September 2026 at $49.01, posting a monthly return of −0.61%. The S&P 500 returned −0.70% over the same window, leaving relative performance at +0.09%.
The current quarter stands at +2.04% (Q3 2026 (QTD)), while medium-term trend remains constructive: price is +7.38% versus the 200-day moving average ($45.64).
Year-to-date, FAST is +22.13% against SPY +11.70%, a gap of +10.43%. The stock is currently −7.39% below its 52-week high, with maximum 3-year drawdown at −22.31%.
| Period | FAST | S&P 500 (SPY) | Excess return |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Day | −0.35% | −0.12% | −0.23% |
| 1 Week | −0.63% | −0.34% | −0.29% |
| 1 Month | −0.61% | −0.70% | +0.09% |
| 3 Months | +6.43% | +2.80% | +3.63% |
| 6 Months | +7.81% | +13.85% | −6.04% |
| YTD | +22.13% | +11.70% | +10.43% |
| 12 Months | +3.79% | +15.01% | −11.22% |
| 3 Years | +78.54% | +71.69% | +6.85% |
| Rank | Month | Return |
|---|---|---|
| #1 | Jul 2024 | +12.60% |
| #2 | Jul 2025 | +9.83% |
| #3 | Oct 2024 | +9.47% |
| #4 | Jun 2026 | +8.67% |
| #5 | Jan 2026 | +8.05% |
| Rank | Month | Return |
|---|---|---|
| #1 | Oct 2025 | −16.09% |
| #2 | Dec 2024 | −13.93% |
| #3 | Apr 2024 | −11.93% |
| #4 | Sep 2023 | −5.11% |
| #5 | Jun 2024 | −4.76% |
| Quarter | Return |
|---|---|
| Q2 2025 | +8.30% |
| Q3 2025 | +16.76% |
| Q4 2025 | −18.17% |
| Q1 2026 | +15.62% |
| Q2 2026 | +3.51% |
| Q3 2026 (QTD) | +2.04% |
| Year | Return |
|---|---|
| 2023 | +36.86% |
| 2024 | +11.06% |
| 2025 | +11.60% |
| 2026 | +22.13% |
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| 52-Week High | $52.92 (2026-08-11) |
| 52-Week Low | $38.97 (2025-11-21) |
| Current Price | $49.01 |
| 200-Day Moving Average | $45.64 |
| Price vs 200DMA | +7.38% |
| 3-Year Maximum Drawdown | −22.31% (2025-11-20) |
| Current Drawdown from 52W High | −7.39% |
| RS metric | Value |
|---|---|
| RS Index (3-year, rebased to 100) | 104 |
| 3-Year Excess Return vs S&P 500 | +6.85% |
| RS Peak | 126.5 (Aug 2025) |
| RS Trough | 91 (Jul 2024) |
| Status | Outperforming Benchmark |
Frequently asked questions
What was FAST's return for this report period?
FAST returned −0.61% in the latest monthly window ending 2026-09-18.
Has FAST outperformed SPY year to date?
YTD FAST: +22.13% vs SPY: +11.70%.
What is FAST's 12-month return?
+3.79% over the trailing 12 months.
Is FAST above or below its 200-day moving average?
Price is +7.38% versus 200DMA ($45.64).
What is the maximum drawdown in the 3-year window?
−22.31% on 2025-11-20.