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Sales growth accelerated and operating profit jumped, even as pricing contributed less. But September missed street forecast and Fastenal’s seasonal benchmark. Here, we break down the quarterly results, monthly metrics and implications for industrial distributors.
October 14, 2026
Daily sales growth reached its strongest pace since July 2022 as manufacturing accelerated and construction rebounded. Get the metrics and our analysis.
Having just completed its acquisition of Kanebridge, the fasteners and industrial supplies distributor posted record third-quarter sales and strong cash flow. Get the details here.
The acquisition of Elk Grove Village, IL-based In-Line Fastener expands Fasco’s industrial fastener business, adding a distributor of standard and custom products.
The Birmingham Fastener subsidiary plans an 82,000-square-foot distribution facility that will more than double its current warehouse footprint, supporting growing demand from OEM customers.
The fasteners and MRO supplies distributor named two executives to oversee its supply chain, procurement, finance and HR functions, including a longtime Würth Group leader.
The Michigan-based distributor has added more than 100,000 square feet of distribution capacity in 2026 and is targeting further expansion in Mexico and the Northeastern U.S.
The company’s operating profit grew 20.2% as expense leverage offset gross margin pressure. September daily sales growth moderated but extended Fastenal’s double-digit streak to 15 months.
The eCommerce-based provider of fasteners and engineering components has established an Indianapolis distribution center and tapped an industry veteran to lead its U.S. business.
Daily sales growth again topped street expectations and the company’s own signalled guidance as both major manufacturing end markets and all three geographies accelerated. Get our full breakdown of the company’s August sales report.
The master distributor’s new U.S. eCommerce experience spans Star Stainless, Stelfast and Lindstrom Fasteners, adding another customer channel after an active period of leadership changes and expansion.
Distribution Solutions Group’s second announced deak of 2026 adds more than 11,000 customers and three locations to its MRO business as the company approaches a pending take-private deal with controlling shareholder LKCM.
The acquisition adds Aurora, IL-based Signature Engineered Solutions’ engineered fastener expertise, supplier relationships and third-party logistics capabilities to AFC’s growing platform.
