HWKN

A comparison of two chemical-specialty sector stocks reveals that Axalta Coating Systems (AXTA) presents a better value opportunity than Hawkins (HWKN). AXTA has a Zacks Rank of #2 (Buy) with a Value grade of B, supported by a lower forward P/E ratio of 12.61 and PEG ratio of 1.53. In contrast, HWKN carries a Zacks Rank of #4 (Sell) with a Value grade of D, featuring a higher forward P/E of 32.18 and PEG ratio of 2.68, making it less attractive to value investors.

Hawkins, Inc. (HWKN) has completed its acquisition of Eagle Labs, Inc., expanding its Water Treatment business into the Dallas-Fort Worth region of Texas. The acquisition adds two locations and brings HWKN's total Texas Water Treatment facilities to seven.

Eagle Labs brings expertise in coagulants and polymers along with established North Texas customer relationships. However, HWKN shares are down 30.7% over the past year and currently carry a Zacks Rank #4 (Sell).

In a comparison of two Chemical - Specialty stocks, Axalta Coating Systems (AXTA) emerges as the more attractive option for value investors. AXTA holds a Zacks Rank #2 (Buy) with a Value grade of B, featuring a forward P/E of 12.42 and PEG ratio of 1.51. Hawkins (HWKN) has a Zacks Rank #4 (Sell) with a Value grade of D, showing a forward P/E of 31.38 and PEG ratio of 2.62, indicating it is relatively overvalued.