Hawkins Inc (HWKN)vsMP Materials Corp (MP)
HWKN
Hawkins Inc
$155.07
+1.66%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $3.30B
MP
MP Materials Corp
$65.45
+1.22%
BASIC MATERIALS · Cap: $10.25B
Smart Verdict
WallStSmart Research — data-driven comparison
Hawkins Inc generates 212% more annual revenue ($1.08B vs $347.57M). HWKN leads profitability with a 7.5% profit margin vs -20.5%. HWKN earns a higher WallStSmart Score of 44/100 (D).
HWKN
Hold44
out of 100
Grade: D
MP
Avoid28
out of 100
Grade: F
Intrinsic Value Comparison
Multi-model valuation · Graham Formula
Margin of Safety
-55.9%
Fair Value
$95.90
Current Price
$155.07
$59.17 premium
Margin of Safety
-55.4%
Fair Value
$37.03
Current Price
$65.45
$28.42 premium
Key Strengths & Concerns
Side-by-side fundamental analysis
Key Strengths
Safe zone — low bankruptcy risk
Revenue surging 118.6% year-over-year
Areas to Watch
7.5% margin — thin
Weak financial health signals
Expensive relative to growth rate
Premium valuation, high expectations priced in
Distress zone — elevated risk
ROE of -3.0% — below average capital efficiency
Earnings declined 55.6%
Negative free cash flow — burning cash
Comparative Analysis Report
WallStSmart ResearchBull Case : HWKN
The strongest argument for HWKN centers on Altman Z-Score.
Bull Case : MP
The strongest argument for MP centers on Revenue Growth. Revenue growth of 118.6% demonstrates continued momentum.
Bear Case : HWKN
The primary concerns for HWKN are Profit Margin, Piotroski F-Score, PEG Ratio. A P/E of 40.5x leaves little room for execution misses.
Bear Case : MP
The primary concerns for MP are Altman Z-Score, Return on Equity, EPS Growth.
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 1.84 — expect wider price swings.
MP is growing revenue faster at 118.6% — sustainability is the question.
HWKN generates stronger free cash flow (18M), providing more financial flexibility.
Bottom Line
HWKN scores higher overall (44/100 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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