Form 4: Fastenal Director Exercises Stock Options

Fastenal Director Michael J. Ancius exercised 2,000 stock options, acquiring common stock at $39.96 per share.

Summary

• Michael J. Ancius, a Director at Fastenal Co (FAST), exercised 2,000 stock options on November 18, 2025.
• The options were exercised at a price of $13.75 per share, resulting in the acquisition of 2,000 shares of Common Stock.
• The acquired shares were valued at $39.96 per share at the time of the transaction.
• Following the transaction, Ancius directly beneficially owns 56,190 shares of Common Stock, which includes 44,168 shares in a revocable trust and 12,022 shares in a self-directed IRA.
• Ancius also indirectly beneficially owns 13,008 shares of Common Stock held in a 401(K) Plan.
• After the exercise, Ancius directly holds 12,948 derivative securities (stock options).

Sentiment

Score: 7

Explanation: The exercise of stock options by a director, leading to an increased direct stake in the company, is generally viewed as a positive signal of management confidence in the company's future prospects.

Positives

• A Director exercising stock options and increasing their direct ownership stake can signal confidence in the company's future performance.
• The options were exercised at a significantly lower price ($13.75) than the transaction price of the common stock ($39.96), indicating a substantial intrinsic value gain for the director.

Future Outlook

NA

Industry Context

This filing is a routine insider transaction report and does not provide information directly related to broader industry trends or competitors.

Stakeholder Impact

• Shareholders: Increased alignment of a director's interests with those of shareholders due to higher direct equity ownership.

Key Dates

Keywords

Fastenal, FAST, Stock Options, Insider Transaction, Director, Beneficial Ownership, Form 4