fastener

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Fastenal, the fastener maker, reported third-quarter earnings of 29 cents a share, missing analysts’ estimates of 30 cents, as revenue of $2.13 billion match expectations.

From Barron's • Oct. 13, 2025

The fastener and tool distributor posted net income of $335.5 million, or 29 cents a share, up from $298.1 million, or 26 cents a share, the year prior.

From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 13, 2025

The British Museum also announced some "significant" new finds made since 2022, including a late Bronze Age dress fastener.

From BBC • Jan. 24, 2024

For example, it could be a matter of tightening the existing fasteners better, or it might require a different type of fastener.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 10, 2024

So when she saw Trotter’s purse with its no-good fastener lying wide open on the bed, inviting her, practically demanding her to look in, she did so.

From "The Great Gilly Hopkins" by Katherine Paterson