Hawkins Inc (HWKN)vsMP Materials Corp (MP)
HWKN
Hawkins Inc
$164.57
-0.89%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $3.44B
MP
MP Materials Corp
$61.30
-0.65%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $10.89B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Hawkins Inc generates 286% more annual revenue ($1.06B vs $275.46M). HWKN leads profitability with a 7.8% profit margin vs -31.2%. HWKN earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 42/100 (D).
HWKN
Hold42
out of 100
Grade: D
MP
Avoid28
out of 100
Grade: F
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-32.7%
Fair Value
$112.66
Current Price
$164.57
$51.91 premium
Intrinsic value data unavailable for MP.
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
No standout strengths identified
Revenue surging 70.0% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
7.8% margin — thin
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Revenue declined 1.6%
ROE of -5.0% — below average capital efficiency
Earnings declined 55.6%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Distress zone — elevated risk
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : HWKN
HWKN has a balanced fundamental profile.
Bull Case : MP
The strongest argument for MP centers on Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 70.0% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : HWKN
The primary concerns for HWKN are Profit Margin, PEG Ratio, P/E Ratio. A P/E of 41.7x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : MP
The primary concerns for MP are Return on Equity, EPS Growth, Free Cash Flow.
Key Dynamics to Monitor
HWKN profiles as a value stock while MP is a hypergrowth play — different risk/reward profiles.
MP carries more volatility with a beta of 1.68 — expect wider price swings.
MP is growing revenue faster at 70.0% — sustainability is the question.
HWKN generates stronger free cash flow (21M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
HWKN scores higher overall (42/100 vs 28/100). Both earn "Hold" and "Avoid" ratings respectively — the choice depends on your investment horizon and risk tolerance.
This analysis is generated from publicly available financial data. Not financial advice.
Hawkins Inc
BASIC MATERIALS · SPECIALTY CHEMICALS · USA
Hawkins, Inc. blends, manufactures, and distributes chemicals and other specialty ingredients in the United States and internationally. The company is headquartered in Roseville, Minnesota.
MP Materials Corp
BASIC MATERIALS · OTHER INDUSTRIAL METALS & MINING · USA
MP Materials Corp. The company is headquartered in Las Vegas, Nevada.
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