Fastenal Company (FAST)vsSiteOne Landscape Supply Inc (SITE)
FAST
Fastenal Company
$45.37
+1.07%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $52.10B
SITE
SiteOne Landscape Supply Inc
$136.30
-2.66%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $6.22B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Fastenal Company generates 74% more annual revenue ($8.20B vs $4.70B). FAST leads profitability with a 15.3% profit margin vs 3.2%. SITE appears more attractively valued with a PEG of 2.52. FAST earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 58/100 (C).
FAST
Buy58
out of 100
Grade: C
SITE
Hold49
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
Margin of Safety
-3.5%
Fair Value
$157.72
Current Price
$136.30
$21.42 premium
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
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Earnings expanding 35.1% YoY
Areas to Watch
Trading at 13.2x book value
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
3.2% revenue growth
3.2% margin — thin
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
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 : SITE
The strongest argument for SITE centers on Altman Z-Score, EPS Growth.
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 : SITE
The primary concerns for SITE are Revenue Growth, Profit Margin, PEG Ratio. A P/E of 41.5x leaves little room for execution misses. Thin 3.2% margins leave little buffer for downturns.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
FAST profiles as a mature stock while SITE is a value play — different risk/reward profiles.
SITE carries more volatility with a beta of 1.59 — expect wider price swings.
FAST is growing revenue faster at 11.1% — sustainability is the question.
FAST generates stronger free cash flow (308M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
FAST scores higher overall (58/100 vs 49/100), 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.
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INDUSTRIALS · INDUSTRIAL DISTRIBUTION · USA
SiteOne Landscape Supply, Inc. is engaged in the wholesale distribution of garden supplies in the United States and Canada. The company is headquartered in Roswell, Georgia.
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