Fastenal Company (FAST)vsQXO, Inc. (QXO)
FAST
Fastenal Company
$52.55
+2.14%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $58.55B
QXO
QXO, Inc.
$10.86
+2.07%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $10.90B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
QXO, Inc. generates 9% more annual revenue ($9.90B vs $9.08B). FAST leads profitability with a 15.6% profit margin vs -5.2%. QXO appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.01. FAST earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 64/100 (C+).
FAST
Buy64
out of 100
Grade: C+
QXO
Buy51
out of 100
Grade: C-
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
+51.9%
Fair Value
$107.83
Current Price
$52.55
$55.28 discount
Intrinsic value data unavailable for QXO.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Every $100 of equity generates 34 in profit
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Large-cap with strong market position
Conservative balance sheet, low leverage
Strong operational efficiency at 21.5%
15.5% revenue growth
Reasonable price relative to book value
Revenue surging 70.3% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
Trading at 14.5x book value
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Expensive relative to growth rate
0.0% earnings growth
Distress zone — elevated risk
Operating margin of 1.3%
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : FAST
The strongest argument for FAST centers on Return on Equity, Altman Z-Score, Market Cap. Profitability is solid with margins at 15.6% and operating margin at 21.5%. Revenue growth of 15.5% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bull Case : QXO
The strongest argument for QXO centers on Price/Book, Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 70.3% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : FAST
The primary concerns for FAST are Price/Book, PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 41.5x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : QXO
The primary concerns for QXO are PEG Ratio, EPS Growth, Altman Z-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
FAST profiles as a growth stock while QXO is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
QXO carries more volatility with a beta of 2.28 — expect wider price swings.
QXO is growing revenue faster at 70.3% — sustainability is the question.
FAST generates stronger free cash flow (348M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
FAST scores higher overall (64/100 vs 51/100), backed by strong 15.6% margins and 15.5% revenue growth. Both earn "Buy" and "Buy" 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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