US industrial parts wholesaler Fastenal (FAST.US) reported that net sales for the first quarter ended March rose 12.4% YoY to USD2.202 billion, in line with market expectations. Diluted EPS was USD0.30, also meeting forecasts.The stock closed down 6.9% overnight (13th) at USD45.8.Related NewsInitial Jobless Claims for Apr/18 in the United States is 214K, higher than the previous value of 208K. The forecast was 212K.BofAS initiated coverage on Fastenal for the first time, assigning a Buy rating with a target price of USD55. (da/u)(Real-time Streaming US Stocks Quote; Except All OTC quotes are at least 15 minutes delayed.)
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