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

The main purpose of this 8-K filing is to publicly announce that Fastenal Company will be hosting a conference call on October 12, 2010. This call will be used to review the company's financial results for the third quarter of 2010 and to provide an update on its current business operations. It ensures compliance with Regulation FD by giving all investors simultaneous access to this information.

When will Fastenal release its actual Q3 2010 financial results and operational details?

This 8-K filing does not contain the actual Q3 2010 financial results or detailed operational information. Instead, it announces that these details will be discussed during the conference call scheduled for Tuesday, October 12, 2010, at 9:00 a.m. Central Time.

Where can I find the information discussed in the October 12th conference call?

The information discussed during the October 12, 2010 conference call will be made available by Fastenal. Investors can typically access the call via live webcast over the internet, as mentioned in the press release attached to this 8-K. Following the call, replay information or transcripts may also be made available.

FAST 8-K: Regulation FD

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Fastenal Company (FAST) filed an 8-K on October 5, 2010, primarily to disclose its intention to host a conference call on October 12, 2010, to review its third-quarter 2010 results and provide an update on current operations. This filing serves as an advance notification to investors about the upcoming earnings discussion and operational overview. The press release, attached as Exhibit 99.1, is the core of this filing. While the 8-K itself does not contain the financial results or operational details, it signals that these important updates are forthcoming. Investors should pay close attention to the October 12th conference call for specific figures and management commentary regarding Fastenal's performance during the third quarter of 2010 and its near-term outlook.

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1Fastenal Company (FAST) filed an 8-K on October 5, 2010.
2The 8-K announces a conference call scheduled for October 12, 2010, to discuss Q3 2010 results.
3The conference call will also cover current operations of the company.
4The press release announcing the conference call is included as an exhibit to the filing.
5This filing serves as a Regulation FD disclosure, providing advance notice to the public.
6Daniel L. Florness, CFO, signed the report.

FASTENAL CO 8-K Report, Regulation FD Disclosure (Oct 6, 2010)

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