Fastenal Company (FAST)vsQXO, Inc. (QXO)
FAST
Fastenal Company
$45.37
+1.07%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $52.10B
QXO
QXO, Inc.
$20.46
+1.34%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $14.31B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Fastenal Company generates 20% more annual revenue ($8.20B vs $6.84B). FAST leads profitability with a 15.3% profit margin vs -4.1%. QXO appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.74. FAST earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 58/100 (C).
FAST
Buy58
out of 100
Grade: C
QXO
Hold48
out of 100
Grade: D+
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-99.0%
Fair Value
$23.63
Current Price
$45.37
$21.74 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for QXO.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 33 in profit
Large-cap with strong market position
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Revenue surging 147.3% year-over-year
Reasonable price relative to book value
Areas to Watch
Trading at 13.2x book value
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
0.0% earnings growth
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
ROE of -3.8% — below average capital efficiency
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : FAST
The strongest argument for FAST centers on Return on Equity, Market Cap, Debt/Equity. Profitability is solid with margins at 15.3% and operating margin at 19.0%. Revenue growth of 11.1% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : QXO
The strongest argument for QXO centers on Revenue Growth, Price/Book. Revenue growth of 147.3% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : FAST
The primary concerns for FAST are Price/Book, PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 41.6x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : QXO
The primary concerns for QXO are EPS Growth, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
FAST profiles as a mature stock while QXO is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
QXO carries more volatility with a beta of 2.42 — expect wider price swings.
QXO is growing revenue faster at 147.3% — sustainability is the question.
FAST generates stronger free cash flow (308M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
FAST scores higher overall (58/100 vs 48/100), backed by strong 15.3% margins and 11.1% revenue growth. Both earn "Buy" and "Hold" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Fastenal Company
INDUSTRIALS · INDUSTRIAL DISTRIBUTION · USA
Fastenal Company is an American company based in Winona, Minnesota. Fastenal's service model centers on approximately 3,200 in-market locations, each providing custom inventory, and a dedicated sales team to support local businesses. Fastenal offers companies supply chain solutions that help business reduce inventory touches, and supply chain waste.
Visit Website →QXO, Inc.
INDUSTRIALS · INDUSTRIAL DISTRIBUTION · USA
QXO, Inc. is a business application, technology, and consulting company in North America. The company is headquartered in Greenwich, Connecticut.
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