Hawkins Achieves Record $1.1 Billion Revenue in Fiscal 2026, Water Treatment Segment Powers Growth
Historic Milestone: $1.1 Billion in Revenue with Water Treatment as Growth Engine
Hawkins, Inc. (NASDAQ: HWKN) announced its fourth quarter and full-year fiscal 2026 results, revealing record performance with revenue breaking the $1.1 billion threshold for the first time in company history. The core driver? Its Water Treatment business, which now accounts for half of Hawkins’s total company revenue and 56% of operating income. The company’s strong showing comes on the back of disciplined acquisitions and organic expansion, particularly in the Water Treatment segment.
Segment Performance Highlights: Water Treatment Leads, Mixed Results Elsewhere
The Water Treatment segment posted sales of $543.3 million, surging 22% year-over-year—of which $83.3 million came from acquired companies. Food and Health Sciences sales slipped 1% to $320.7 million, reflecting softness in certain end markets, while Industrial Solutions rose 7% to $219.7 million. All segments contributed to Hawkins’s overall revenue growth, but the company’s strategy of focusing investment on Water Treatment yielded outsized gains.
| Segment | FY 2026 Sales ($M) | YoY Change | Operating Income ($M) | Gross Profit ($M) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Water Treatment | 543.30 | +22% | 68.09 | 144.95 |
| Food & Health Sciences | 320.70 | -1% | 34.35 | 67.33 |
| Industrial Solutions | 219.69 | +7% | 18.85 | 32.77 |
Profits Hold Up Despite Acquisition-Driven Costs and EPS Dip
While gross profit hit a record $245.1 million (up 9%), diluted earnings per share (EPS) for the year slipped by $0.12 to $3.91, primarily affected by higher amortization, interest expense, and fair value adjustments related to the six acquisitions (including the major WaterSurplus deal). Notably, pro forma EPS—if WaterSurplus had been acquired earlier—would show a 9% gain versus last year, underscoring the strategic logic of Hawkins’s acquisitive approach.
Cash Flow and Adjusted EBITDA: Financial Strength Remains Robust
Operating cash flow climbed 30% to $144.3 million, enabling Hawkins to fund acquisitions, expand operations, and increase its dividend. Adjusted EBITDA rose 6% to $179.0 million, reflecting healthy underlying profitability. The company’s leverage ratio increased to 1.37x trailing twelve-month adjusted EBITDA, largely due to acquisition spending, but management expressed confidence in returning toward 1x adjusted EBITDA by fiscal year-end 2027.
| Metric | FY 2026 | FY 2025 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Revenue ($M) | 1,083.70 | 974.43 | +11% |
| Gross Profit ($M) | 245.06 | 225.54 | +9% |
| Operating Cash Flow ($M) | 144.33 | 111.10 | +30% |
| Net Income ($M) | 81.55 | 84.35 | -3% |
| Adjusted EBITDA ($M) | 179.02 | 168.87 | +6% |
| Diluted EPS ($) | 3.91 | 4.03 | -3% |
Return on Equity and Dividends: Healthy Yields and Consistent Payouts
Hawkins reported a return on equity of 16.4%, supported by steady net income and increasing shareholder equity. The company paid out $0.75 per share in dividends, a 7% increase year-over-year, extending its remarkable 41-year streak of consecutive dividend payments.
Outlook Remains Positive: Management Expects Continued Growth
CEO Patrick Hawkins emphasized the company’s readiness to drive further gains across all business lines in fiscal 2027, with a solid balance sheet, diversified operations, and strong cash generation. Water Treatment remains the primary focus for acquisitions and new investment, with both revenue and earnings growth expected to continue.
Key Takeaway for Investors
With record revenues, strategic acquisitions, and robust cash flow, Hawkins has shown it can successfully navigate the challenges of growth and integration. The company’s sharpened focus on Water Treatment positions it well for further expansion, and its 41-year dividend streak signals ongoing shareholder value creation. As Hawkins heads into fiscal 2027, continued execution on M&A and organic opportunities will be central to sustaining its impressive growth run.
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