8-KRegulation FDExhibits & Filings

FASTENAL CO 8-K Report, Regulation FD Disclosure (Oct 12, 2011)

Filed October 12, 2011For Securities:FAST

Summary

This 8-K filing by Fastenal Company (FAST) on October 12, 2011, primarily serves to disclose a press release issued on the same day. The press release, incorporated by reference as Exhibit 99.1, contains information relevant to investors under Regulation FD. While the specific contents of the press release are not detailed within the 8-K itself, it is the sole substantive item being reported. Investors should review the referenced press release (Exhibit 99.1) for the specific operational or financial updates Fastenal is providing. This filing indicates that the company is making material information available to the public, adhering to disclosure requirements. The report also includes the standard Form 8-K cover page and signature details, confirming the timely filing by the Chief Financial Officer, Daniel L. Florness.

Key Highlights

  • 1Fastenal Company filed an 8-K Current Report on October 12, 2011.
  • 2The primary purpose of the filing is to disclose a press release issued on October 12, 2011.
  • 3The press release is attached as Exhibit 99.1 and incorporated by reference.
  • 4This disclosure is made under Regulation FD, ensuring simultaneous public dissemination of material information.
  • 5The filing does not contain detailed financial statements or specific operational data within the 8-K document itself, directing readers to the press release.
  • 6Daniel L. Florness, Chief Financial Officer, signed the report.

Frequently Asked Questions

The main purpose of this 8-K filing is to publicly disclose a press release issued by Fastenal Company on October 12, 2011, in compliance with Regulation FD. Investors should refer to the press release for the specific information being disseminated.

The details of the information are contained within the press release dated October 12, 2011, which is attached as Exhibit 99.1 to this 8-K filing and incorporated by reference. You will need to access Exhibit 99.1 for the specific content.

This particular 8-K filing, under Item 7.01 and Item 9.01, only references a press release (Exhibit 99.1) as the disclosed information. It does not provide detailed financial statements or results directly within the 8-K document. The press release itself would need to be reviewed for any financial data.

The report was signed by Daniel L. Florness, Chief Financial Officer of Fastenal Company.