What is the main purpose of this 8-K filing?

The primary purpose of this 8-K filing is to formally announce the declaration of a quarterly cash dividend by Fastenal Company's Board of Directors and to provide the associated payment and record dates.

How much is the dividend Fastenal Company is paying?

Fastenal Company declared a cash dividend of $0.31 per share.

Who is eligible to receive this dividend payment?

Shareholders who are on record with their ownership of Fastenal Company stock by the close of business on August 22, 2005, are eligible to receive the dividend payment.

When will the dividend be paid?

The dividend is scheduled to be paid on September 2, 2005.

FAST 8-K SEC Disclosure

Summary

Fastenal Company (FAST) filed an 8-K report on July 12, 2005, to announce a routine corporate action: the declaration of a quarterly cash dividend. The Board of Directors declared a dividend of $0.31 per share, payable on September 2, 2005, to shareholders of record as of August 22, 2005. This filing is primarily informational for investors, confirming the company's commitment to returning capital to shareholders. While not indicative of significant operational changes or financial performance updates, dividend declarations are generally viewed positively by income-focused investors and signal ongoing financial health and confidence from management.

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1Fastenal Company's Board of Directors declared a quarterly cash dividend.
2The dividend amount is set at $0.31 per share.
3The payment date for the dividend is September 2, 2005.
4Shareholders of record as of August 22, 2005, will receive the dividend.
5The filing was made on July 12, 2005, according to SEC reporting requirements.
6A press release detailing the dividend declaration is attached as an exhibit.

FASTENAL CO 8-K Report, Corporate Update (Jul 13, 2005)

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