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Hawkins (Nasdaq: HWKN) announced its fourth quarter and full fiscal year 2024 results. Q4 sales were $223.0 million, down 2% year-over-year, but gross profit rose by 27% to $45.5 million. Q4 diluted EPS hit a record $0.66, a 20% increase. Annual sales dipped 2% to $919.2 million, with Water Treatment up 19%. Gross profit reached a record $193.6 million, up 17%.

The company achieved a record diluted EPS of $3.59 for the year, and adjusted EBITDA increased 20% to $143.0 million. Hawkins also reported record operating cash flow of $159.5 million, enabling $21 million in debt repayment. Four acquisitions were completed in the Water Treatment segment, now the company's largest revenue generator. Dividends increased by 11% to $0.63 per share.

CEO Patrick H. Hawkins attributed the performance to strong cash flow, disciplined margin management, and strategic acquisitions. Looking to fiscal 2025, Hawkins anticipates top-line revenue near $1 billion, continued growth in Water Treatment, and improved performance in Health and Nutrition.

Positive
  • Q4 gross profit increased by 27% to $45.5 million.
  • Record Q4 diluted EPS of $0.66, up 20% year-over-year.
  • Full-year gross profit rose by 17% to $193.6 million.
  • Annual adjusted EBITDA increased by 20% to $143.0 million.
  • Record operating cash flow of $159.5 million.
  • Four acquisitions in Water Treatment segment.
  • Debt repayment of $21 million in Q4.
  • Dividends increased by 11% to $0.63 per share.
Negative
  • Q4 sales decreased by 2% to $223.0 million.
  • Full-year sales declined by 2% to $919.2 million.
  • Industrial segment sales decreased by 18% in Q4.
  • Health and Nutrition segment sales decreased by 8% year-over-year.
  • Increased SG&A expenses by 16% to $89.6 million.
  • Environmental liability charge of $7.7 million related to PCBs.

Insights

The overall financial performance of Hawkins, Inc. displays a mix of strengths and weaknesses. **Sales** for the fourth quarter were slightly down by 2% year-over-year, though this was counterbalanced by a **27% increase in gross profit**. The company reported a record **diluted EPS of $0.66**, representing a 20% increase from the previous year's quarter, which stands out as a significant achievement in the context of overall declining sales.

Focusing on the **full-year results**, sales were down by 2% compared to the prior fiscal year; however, the company achieved record **gross profit of $193.6 million**, a 17% increase. This increase was primarily due to lower raw material costs. The **Water Treatment segment** was a highlight, showing **19% growth** year-over-year, which aligns with the strategic acquisitions made in this segment.

The company's ability to **generate strong operating cash flow** (recorded at $159.5 million for the year) is another notable strength. This has allowed them to fund acquisitions, pay down debt and increase dividends. This liquidity strength should reassure investors about the company's capacity to handle short-term liabilities and invest in future growth.

In terms of **debt management**, the company has reduced its leverage ratio to 0.66x EBITDA from 0.96x in the previous year, indicating a healthier balance sheet. It’s also worth noting the environmental liability charge of **$7.7 million** related to PCBs at their Rosemount facility, which, while a one-time expense, is a negative but manageable factor considering the overall strong financial health.

In summary, while there are concerns about declining sales in the Industrial and Health and Nutrition segments, the company's robust financial health, strong cash flow generation and strategic focus on the Water Treatment segment are positive indicators.

From a market perspective, Hawkins, Inc.'s strategic focus on the Water Treatment segment appears well-founded. The segment's sales increased by **21%** in the fourth quarter and by **19%** for the full fiscal year, reflecting successful integrations of acquisitions and a growing market demand for water treatment products.

**Acquisitions** have clearly played a significant role in this growth. The addition of four companies in the Water Treatment segment has resulted in increased revenue streams, contributing **$23.9 million** in additional sales. This strategy not only diversifies Hawkins' portfolio but also strengthens its position in a growing market segment.

On the downside, the **Industrial segment** experienced an **18% decline in fourth-quarter sales**, which was partially due to the divestiture of the consumer bleach packaging business and competitive pressures. However, the company’s ability to maintain relatively flat gross profits in this segment, despite lower sales, shows effective cost management and margin discipline.

**Health and Nutrition** saw a minor increase in fourth-quarter sales but experienced a **full-year decline of 8%**. The slight recovery in the latter part of the fiscal year indicates a potentially stabilizing trend that needs closer monitoring in the upcoming quarters.

Overall, while the Industrial and Health and Nutrition segments face challenges, Hawkins' strategic focus on the Water Treatment segment is expected to drive future growth. This diversified approach helps in mitigating risks associated with specific market fluctuations in other segments.

ROSEVILLE, Minn., May 15, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Hawkins, Inc. (Nasdaq: HWKN), a leading specialty chemical and ingredients company, today announced fourth quarter and full-year results for its fiscal year ended March 31, 2024.

Fourth Quarter Fiscal Year 2024 Highlights:

  • Fourth quarter sales of $223.0 million, down 2% compared to the same quarter in the prior year, with Water Treatment segment sales growth of 21% over the same quarter in the prior year.
  • Gross profit of $45.5 million, a 27% increase over the same quarter in the prior year, contributing to a 9% increase in operating income in the quarter.
  • Record fourth quarter diluted earnings per share (EPS) of $0.66, which was 20% higher than the same period of the prior year.
  • Adjusted Earnings Before Interest, Taxes, Depreciation, and Amortization (adjusted EBITDA), a non-GAAP measure, of $31.0 million, a 15% increase over the same period of the prior year.
  • Record fourth quarter operating cash flow of $41.9 million allowed us to pay down $21 million in debt in the quarter.

Full-Year Fiscal Year 2024 Highlights:

  • Full year sales of $919.2 million, down 2% compared to the prior fiscal year, with Water Treatment up 19% over the prior year.  
  • Record gross profit of $193.6 million, a 17% increase over the prior year, contributing to an 18% year-over-year increase in operating income.
  • Record diluted EPS of $3.59, which was $0.73, or 26%, higher than fiscal 2023.
  • Record adjusted EBITDA, a non-GAAP measure, of $143.0 million, an increase of 20% over fiscal 2023.
  • Record operating cash flow of $159.5 million, which was more than double that of fiscal 2023.
  • Completed four acquisitions in our Water Treatment segment while paying down our debt, ending the year with net debt of $91.8 million and a leverage ratio of 0.66x EBITDA.
  • Paid cash dividends of $0.63 per share for the year, an increase of 11% over the prior year. This marks the 39th consecutive year of paying a dividend.

Executive Commentary – Patrick H. Hawkins, Chief Executive Officer and President:

“We had an excellent fiscal 2024. This included record operating cash flow, and, for the sixth year in a row, record operating income, net income, diluted EPS, and adjusted EBITDA. This performance provided the necessary capital for us to invest in the business and complete four acquisitions within the year that were fully funded by our cash flow. The cash flow also allowed us to continue to deliver shareholder value with dividends and share repurchases while paying down our debt resulting in a leverage ratio below 1x EBITDA. Cumulatively, all of these factors have driven our stock appreciation. This performance is the result of the hard work by our many employees, our innovative approach to business, as well as our outstanding relationships with our customers and suppliers, which we never take for granted.”

Mr. Hawkins, continued, “Our continued focus on executing our growth strategy resulted in the completion of four acquisitions in our Water Treatment segment in fiscal 2024, adding eight facilities and over 100 employees. The Water Treatment segment's operating income grew 69% to $53 million in the year, on revenue growth of 19%. Sales in our Industrial segment decreased 13% driven primarily by lower overall volumes as well as the divestiture of our consumer bleach packaging business, which we sold at the end of fiscal 2023. However, because of our diverse product offerings and disciplined margin management, even with that sales decline, our gross profit in the Industrial segment was relatively flat year over year. Our Health and Nutrition segment sales decreased from the prior year, and, as anticipated, we did see improved year-over-year sales performance throughout the year, as customers worked through overstocking situations. In the fourth quarter, revenue for the Health and Nutrition segment grew slightly compared to declines in the previous quarters.”

Mr. Hawkins continued, "We are extremely proud of what we accomplished over the past year, and over the past several years. As we look to fiscal 2025, we expect to see continued top and bottom-line growth, with our top line approaching $1 billion in revenue and Water Treatment becoming our largest reporting segment. We are cautiously optimistic about our Industrial segment, but we believe economic and competitive pressures will continue to weigh on many of our customers and impact demand. In Health and Nutrition, we expect the improved performance we saw in the latter half of fiscal 2024 to continue into fiscal 2025, and expect results to be higher than fiscal 2024. With the diversity of our businesses and the overall strength of our Company, we believe we will continue to generate strong operating cash flow that will allow us to fund future investments for growth while continuing to pay down debt during fiscal year 2025."

Fourth Quarter and Fiscal Year Financial Highlights:

NET INCOME

For the fourth quarter of fiscal 2024, the Company reported net income of $13.8 million, or $0.66 per diluted share, compared to net income for the fourth quarter of fiscal 2023 of $11.6 million, or $0.55 per diluted share.

For the full year, the Company reported record net income of $75.4 million, or $3.59 per diluted share, compared to net income for fiscal 2023 of $60.0 million, or $2.86 per diluted share.

REVENUE

For the fourth quarter of fiscal 2024, sales were $223.0 million, a decrease of $5.1 million, or 2%, from sales of $228.1 million a year ago. Increased sales in our Water Treatment segment were more than offset by decreased sales in our Industrial segment. Industrial segment sales decreased $20.6 million, or 18%, to $97.1 million for the fourth quarter, as compared to $117.7 million for the same period a year ago. The sale of our consumer bleach packaging business at the end of fiscal 2023 resulted in $3.0 million lower sales in the current quarter. In addition, sales declined due to lower selling prices on certain products driven by lower raw material costs and competitive pricing as well as lower volumes. Water Treatment segment sales increased $15.3 million, or 21%, to $86.7 million for the fourth quarter, as compared to $71.4 million for the same period a year ago. Sales increased primarily as a result of $14.1 million of added sales from acquired businesses. Health and Nutrition segment sales increased $0.2 million to $39.3 million for the fourth quarter, as compared to $39.1 million for the same period a year ago. Increased sales of our distributed products were virtually offset by a decrease in sales of our manufactured products.

For fiscal 2024, Industrial segment sales were $409.5 million, a decrease of 13% from fiscal 2023 sales of $470.8 million. Water Treatment segment sales were $363.3 million for the year, an increase of 19% over last year’s sales of $304.9 million; of the $58.4 million increase, $23.9 million was from our acquired businesses in fiscal 2024. Sales for our Health and Nutrition segment were $146.4 million in fiscal 2024, a decrease of 8%, from fiscal 2023 sales of $159.4 million.

GROSS PROFIT

Company-wide gross profit for fiscal 2024 increased $28.5 million, or 17%, to $193.6 million, or 21% of sales, from $165.1 million, or 18% of sales, for fiscal 2023. During fiscal 2024, the LIFO reserve decreased, and gross profits increased, by $15.4 million, primarily due to decreased raw material costs. During fiscal 2023, the LIFO reserve increased, and gross profits decreased, by $18.5 million, primarily due to rising raw material costs. Included as a reduction to gross profit in the current year was a $7.7 million charge to operating expense for an environmental liability related to perchlorinated biphenyls (PCBs) discovered in the soil at our Rosemount, MN facility, with such expense reflected in our Industrial segment. While the source of the PCBs is unknown, we have never brought PCBs onto the property or used PCBs on the site.

Gross profit for the Industrial segment decreased $0.6 million, or 1%, to $67.5 million, or 16% of sales, for fiscal 2024, from $68.1 million, or 14% of sales, for fiscal 2023. During fiscal 2024 the LIFO reserve decreased, and gross profits increased, by $12.1 million, primarily due to decreased raw material costs. During fiscal 2023, the LIFO reserve increased, and gross profits decreased, by $12.3 million, primarily due to rising raw material costs.

Gross profit for the Water Treatment segment increased $31.3 million, or 47%, to $98.5 million, or 27% of sales, for fiscal 2024, from $67.2 million, or 22% of sales, for fiscal 2023. During fiscal 2024, the LIFO reserve decreased, and gross profits increased, by $3.3 million, primarily due to decreased raw material costs. During fiscal 2023, the LIFO reserve increased, and gross profit decreased, by $6.2 million, primarily due to rising raw material costs. Gross profit increased as a result of improved per-unit margins on many of our products as well as increased sales, including the added sales from acquired businesses.

Gross profit for the Health and Nutrition segment decreased $2.2 million, or 7%, to $27.6 million, or 19% of sales, for fiscal 2024, from $29.8 million, or 19% of sales, for fiscal 2023. Gross profit decreased due to lower sales.

SELLING, GENERAL AND ADMINISTRATIVE EXPENSES

Selling, general and administrative ("SG&A") expenses increased $12.6 million, or 16%, to $89.6 million, or 10% of sales, for fiscal 2024 from $77.0 million, or 8% of sales, for fiscal 2023. Included in SG&A expenses for the prior year was a gain of approximately $3.0 million related to the sale of certain assets related to our consumer bleach packaging business. In addition, a year-over-year increase in compensation expense of $1.4 million related to our non-qualified deferred compensation plan reduced SG&A expenses, with the offset in Other Expense. Additionally, expenses increased due to the added costs from the acquired businesses in our Water Treatment segment of $5.8 million, including $1.8 million of amortization of intangibles, as well as increased variable expenses, most notably variable pay.

ADJUSTED EBITDA

Adjusted EBITDA, a non-GAAP financial measure, is an important performance indicator and a key compliance measure under the terms of our credit agreement. An explanation of the computation of adjusted EBITDA is presented below. Adjusted EBITDA for the three months ended March 31, 2024, was $31.0 million, an increase of $4.0 million, or 15%, from adjusted EBITDA of $27.0 million for the same period in the prior year. Full-year adjusted EBITDA was $143.0 million, an increase of $23.9 million, or 20%, from adjusted EBITDA of $119.1 million for fiscal 2023. The increase was due to the impact of improved gross profits discussed above.

INCOME TAXES

Our effective tax rate was approximately 26% for fiscal 2024 and 27% for fiscal 2023. The effective tax rate is impacted by projected levels of annual taxable income, permanent items, and state taxes. The current year decrease in the effective tax rate was primarily driven by favorable tax provision adjustments recorded.

BALANCE SHEET

At the end of fiscal 2024, our working capital was $42 million lower than the end of fiscal 2023 due to favorable cash collections on accounts receivable and disciplined management of our inventory levels. For the year, our record operating cash flow of $159 million was used to fund $83 million in acquisition spending for the acquisitions of EcoTech, Water Solutions, Miami Products and Industrial Research, capital spending of $40 million, dividend payments of $13 million, stock repurchases of $11 million, and net debt repayments of $13 million. Our total debt outstanding at the end of fiscal 2024 was $99 million and our leverage ratio was 0.66 times our trailing twelve-month proforma adjusted EBITDA, as compared to 0.96x at the end of fiscal 2023.

About Hawkins, Inc.

Hawkins, Inc. was founded in 1938 and is a leading specialty chemical and ingredients company that formulates, distributes, blends and manufactures products for its Industrial, Water Treatment, and Health & Nutrition customers. Headquartered in Roseville, Minnesota, the Company has 59 facilities in 26 states and creates value for its customers through superb customer service and support, quality products and personalized applications. Hawkins, Inc. generated $919 million of revenue in fiscal 2024 and has approximately 950 employees. For more information, including registering to receive email alerts, please visit www.hawkinsinc.com/investors.

Reconciliation of Non-GAAP Financial Measures

We report our consolidated financial results in accordance with U.S. generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP). To assist investors in understanding our financial performance between periods, we have provided certain financial measures not computed according to GAAP, including adjusted EBITDA. This non-GAAP financial measure is not meant to be considered in isolation or as a substitute for comparable GAAP measures. The method we use to produce non-GAAP results is not computed according to GAAP and may differ from the methods used by other companies.

Management uses this non-GAAP financial measure internally to understand, manage and evaluate our business and to make operating decisions. Management believes that this non-GAAP financial measure reflects an additional way of viewing aspects of our operations that, when viewed with our GAAP results, provides a more complete understanding of the factors and trends affecting our financial condition and results of operations.

We define adjusted EBITDA as GAAP net income adjusted for the impact of the following: net interest expense resulting from our net borrowing position; income tax expense; non-cash expenses including amortization of intangibles, depreciation, and charges for the employee stock purchase plan and restricted stock grants; and non-recurring items of income or expense, if applicable.

Adjusted EBITDAThree Months Ended Fiscal Year Ended
(In thousands)March 31, 2024 April 2, 2023 March 31, 2024 April 2, 2023
Net income (GAAP)$13,832 $11,613 $75,363 $60,041
Interest expense 1,249  1,376  4,282  5,234
Income tax expense 5,493  5,904  25,782  22,541
Amortization of intangibles 2,753  1,677  8,539  6,924
Depreciation expense 6,201  5,390  23,264  20,516
Non-cash compensation expense 1,374  1,061  4,880  3,825
Non-recurring acquisition expense 85    917  
Adjusted EBITDA$30,987 $27,021 $143,027 $119,081
 

HAWKINS, INC.
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF INCOME (UNAUDITED)
(In thousands, except share and per-share data)

  Three Months Ended Fiscal Year Ended
  March 31, 2024 April 2, 2023 March 31, 2024 April 2, 2023
  (unaudited)    
Sales $223,020  $228,145  $919,162  $935,098 
Cost of sales  (177,509)  (192,420)  (725,526)  (769,979)
Gross profit  45,511   35,725   193,636   165,119 
Selling, general and administrative expenses  (25,427)  (17,242)  (89,600)  (76,969)
Operating income  20,084   18,483   104,036   88,150 
Interest expense, net  (1,249)  (1,376)  (4,282)  (5,234)
Other income (expense)  490   410   1,391   (334)
Income before income taxes  19,325   17,517   101,145   82,582 
Income tax expense  (5,493)  (5,904)  (25,782)  (22,541)
Net income $13,832  $11,613  $75,363  $60,041 
         
Weighted average number of shares outstanding-basic  20,790,260   20,850,454   20,864,348   20,848,077 
Weighted average number of shares outstanding-diluted  20,929,056   21,024,649   21,014,326   21,014,905 
         
Basic earnings per share $0.67  $0.56  $3.61  $2.88 
Diluted earnings per share $0.66  $0.55  $3.59  $2.86 
                 

HAWKINS, INC.
CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS (UNAUDITED)
(In thousands, except share and per-share data)

  March 31, 2024 April 2, 2023
ASSETS    
CURRENT ASSETS:    
Cash and cash equivalents $7,153 $7,566
Trade accounts receivables, net  114,477  129,252
Inventories  74,600  88,777
Prepaid expenses and other current assets  6,596  6,449
Total current assets  202,826  232,044
PROPERTY, PLANT, AND EQUIPMENT:    
Land  17,916  16,344
Buildings and improvements  147,701  134,901
Machinery and equipment  141,262  125,970
Transportation equipment  67,868  56,328
Office furniture and equipment  11,901  11,210
   386,648  344,753
Less accumulated depreciation  177,774  158,950
Net property, plant, and equipment  208,874  185,803
OTHER ASSETS:    
Right-of-use assets  11,713  10,199
Goodwill  103,399  77,401
Intangible assets, net  116,626  73,060
Deferred compensation plan asset  9,584  7,367
Other  4,912  4,661
Total other assets  246,234  172,688
Total assets $657,934 $590,535
LIABILITIES AND SHAREHOLDERS’ EQUITY    
CURRENT LIABILITIES:    
Accounts payable — trade $56,387 $53,705
Accrued payroll and employee benefits  19,532  17,279
Current portion of long-term debt  9,913  9,913
Income tax payable  1,943  3,329
Environmental remediation  7,700  
Other current liabilities  7,832  6,645
Total current liabilities  103,307  90,871
LONG-TERM DEBT  88,818  101,731
LONG-TERM LEASE LIABILITY  9,530  8,687
PENSION WITHDRAWAL LIABILITY  3,538  3,912
DEFERRED COMPENSATION LIABILITY  11,764  9,343
DEFERRED INCOME TAXES  22,406  23,800
EARNOUT LIABILITY  11,235  
OTHER LONG-TERM LIABILITIES  1,310  2,175
Total liabilities  251,908  240,519
COMMITMENTS AND CONTINGENCIES    
SHAREHOLDERS’ EQUITY:    
Common shares; authorized: 60,000,000 shares of $0.01 par value; 20,790,261 and 20,850,454 shares issued and outstanding for 2024 and 2023, respectively  208  209
Additional paid-in capital  38,154  44,443
Retained earnings  364,549  302,424
Accumulated other comprehensive income  3,115  2,940
Total shareholders’ equity  406,026  350,016
Total liabilities and shareholders’ equity $657,934 $590,535
 

HAWKINS, INC.
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS (UNAUDITED)
(In thousands)

   Fiscal Year Ended
  March 31, 2024 April 2, 2023
CASH FLOWS FROM OPERATING ACTIVITIES:    
Net income $75,363  $60,041 
Reconciliation to cash flows:    
Depreciation and amortization  31,803   27,440 
Change in fair value of earnout liability  571    
Operating leases  2,708   1,971 
(Gain) loss on deferred compensation assets  (1,391)  334 
Deferred income taxes  (1,459)  (232)
Stock compensation expense  4,880   3,825 
Gain from asset disposals  (85)  (2,950)
Other  87   87 
Changes in operating accounts (using) providing cash, net of acquisitions:    
Trade receivables  21,399   (6,389)
Inventories  19,921   4,717 
Accounts payable  (828)  (11,596)
Accrued liabilities  10,708   (737)
Lease liabilities  (2,676)  (1,958)
Income taxes  (1,390)  3,290 
Other  (112)  (443)
Net cash provided by operating activities  159,499   77,400 
CASH FLOWS FROM INVESTING ACTIVITIES:    
Additions to property, plant, and equipment  (40,151)  (48,321)
Acquisitions  (83,455)   
Proceeds from asset disposals  1,102   7,091 
Net cash used in investing activities  (122,504)  (41,230)
CASH FLOWS FROM FINANCING ACTIVITIES:    
Cash dividends paid  (13,238)  (12,001)
New shares issued  2,242   2,008 
Shares surrendered for payroll taxes  (2,140)  (1,550)
Shares repurchased  (11,272)  (6,557)
Payments on senior secured revolving loan  (98,000)  (59,000)
Borrowings on senior secured revolving loan  85,000   45,000 
Net cash used in financing activities  (37,408)  (32,100)
NET (DECREASE) INCREASE IN CASH AND CASH EQUIVALENTS  (413)  4,070 
CASH AND CASH EQUIVALENTS - beginning of year  7,566   3,496 
CASH AND CASH EQUIVALENTS - end of year $7,153  $7,566 
SUPPLEMENTAL DISCLOSURES OF CASH FLOW INFORMATION-    
Cash paid during the year for income taxes $28,631  $19,485 
Cash paid for interest  4,654   4,759 
Noncash investing activities - Capital expenditures in accounts payable  2,697   2,340 
         

HAWKINS, INC.
REPORTABLE SEGMENTS (UNAUDITED)
(In thousands)

  Industrial Water
Treatment
 Health and
Nutrition
 Total
         
Fiscal Year Ended March 31, 2024:        
Sales $409,465 $363,289 $146,408 $919,162
Gross profit  67,545  98,498  27,593  193,636
Selling, general, and administrative expenses  28,316  45,286  15,998  89,600
Operating income  39,229  53,212  11,595  104,036
         
Fiscal Year Ended April 2, 2023:        
Sales $470,760 $304,925 $159,413 $935,098
Gross profit  68,115  67,208  29,796  165,119
Selling, general, and administrative expenses  25,703  35,734  15,532  76,969
Operating income (loss)  42,412  31,474  14,264  88,150
             

Forward-Looking Statements. Various remarks in this press release constitute forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. These statements include those relating to expectations for results in our business segments and our ability to generate cash flow and pay down debt. These statements are not historical facts, but rather are based on our current expectations, estimates and projections, and our beliefs and assumptions. Forward-looking statements may be identified by terms, including “anticipate,” “believe,” “can,” “could,” “expect,” “intend,” “may,” “predict,” “should,” or “will” or the negative of these terms or other comparable terms. These statements are not guarantees of future performance and are subject to certain risks, uncertainties and other factors, some of which are beyond our control and are difficult to predict. Actual results may vary materially from those contained in forward looking statements based on a number of factors, including, but not limited to, changes in regulation, changes in the labor markets, changes in competition and price pressures, changes in demand and customer requirements or processes for our products, availability of product and disruptions to supplies, interruptions in production resulting from hazards, transportation limitations or other extraordinary events outside our control that may negatively impact our business or the supply chains in which we participate, changes in imported products and tariff levels, the availability of products and the prices at which they are available, the acceptance of new products by our customers and the timing of any such acceptance, changes in pricing of our products and our ability to pass any changes on to our customers, changes in product supplies and the terms of our credit agreement. Additional information concerning potential factors that could affect future financial results is included in our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended April 2, 2023, as updated from time to time in amendments and subsequent reports filed with the SEC. Investors should take such risks into account when making investment decisions. Shareholders and other readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on forward-looking statements, which reflect our management’s view only as of the date hereof. We do not undertake any obligation to update any forward-looking statements.

Contacts: Jeffrey P. Oldenkamp
  Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer
  612/331-6910
  ir@HawkinsInc.com 
   

 


FAQ

What were Hawkins's Q4 2024 sales?

Hawkins reported Q4 2024 sales of $223.0 million, a 2% decrease compared to the same period last year.

What was Hawkins's Q4 2024 EPS?

Hawkins achieved a record Q4 2024 diluted EPS of $0.66, a 20% increase from the prior year.

How did Hawkins's Water Treatment segment perform in fiscal 2024?

The Water Treatment segment sales rose by 19% for the year, contributing significantly to the company's performance.

How much did Hawkins's adjusted EBITDA grow in fiscal 2024?

Hawkins's adjusted EBITDA grew by 20% to $143.0 million in fiscal 2024.

What acquisitions did Hawkins complete in fiscal 2024?

Hawkins completed four acquisitions in the Water Treatment segment during fiscal 2024.

What was Hawkins's operating cash flow for fiscal 2024?

Hawkins reported a record operating cash flow of $159.5 million in fiscal 2024.

What was Hawkins's annual EPS for fiscal 2024?

Hawkins's annual diluted EPS for fiscal 2024 was a record $3.59.

What is Hawkins's forecast for fiscal 2025?

Hawkins anticipates near $1 billion in revenue and continued growth in Water Treatment and improved performance in Health and Nutrition for fiscal 2025.

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