Fastenal Company (FAST)vsWF International Limited Ordinary Shares (WXM)
FAST
Fastenal Company
$45.37
+1.07%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $52.10B
WXM
WF International Limited Ordinary Shares
$0.50
+8.02%
INDUSTRIALS · Cap: $4.31M
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Fastenal Company generates 61108% more annual revenue ($8.20B vs $13.40M). FAST leads profitability with a 15.3% profit margin vs -24.5%. FAST earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 58/100 (C).
FAST
Buy58
out of 100
Grade: C
WXM
Avoid31
out of 100
Grade: F
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 WXM.
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
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
Smaller company, higher risk/reward
Weak financial health signals
ROE of -71.9% — 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 : WXM
The strongest argument for WXM centers on Price/Book.
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 : WXM
The primary concerns for WXM are EPS Growth, Market Cap, Piotroski F-Score.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
FAST profiles as a mature stock while WXM is a turnaround play — different risk/reward profiles.
FAST is growing revenue faster at 11.1% — sustainability is the question.
FAST generates stronger free cash flow (308M), providing more financial flexibility.
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Bottom Line
FAST scores higher overall (58/100 vs 31/100), backed by strong 15.3% margins and 11.1% revenue growth. Both earn "Buy" and "Avoid" 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 →WF International Limited Ordinary Shares
INDUSTRIALS · INDUSTRIAL DISTRIBUTION · USA
WF International Limited, engages in the provision of supply, installation, fitting-out, and maintenance services for heating, ventilation, and air conditioning; and water purification, air ventilation, and floor heating systems in the People's Republic of China. The company is headquartered in Chengdu, China.
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