Form 4: HAWKINS VP Gifts Shares, Reduces Direct Stake
Insider Transaction Report
HAWKINS Inc.'s Vice President of Operations, Drew M. Grahek, reported gifting 1,460 shares of common stock.
Summary
- Drew M. Grahek, Vice President of Operations at HAWKINS INC, reported a disposition of 1,460 shares of common stock.
- The transaction, a gift for no consideration, occurred on December 9, 2025.
- The shares were valued at $126.3425 per share at the time of the transaction.
- Following the gift, Mr. Grahek directly beneficially owns 38,184.3906 shares of common stock.
- Additionally, Mr. Grahek indirectly beneficially owns 905.4307 shares through an ESOP Trustee.
- The reported direct beneficial ownership includes 4.5075 shares acquired on November 28, 2025, via the Issuer's dividend reinvestment plan.
Sentiment
Score: 5
Explanation: A gift of shares by an insider is a disposition but not a sale for cash, often for personal planning reasons. While it reduces direct ownership, it doesn't necessarily signal a lack of confidence in the company, especially given the remaining substantial holdings. Therefore, the sentiment is neutral.
Negatives
- The reporting person's direct beneficial ownership of common stock decreased by 1,460 shares due to the gift.
Future Outlook
This filing does not contain any forward-looking statements or guidance.
Industry Context
This insider transaction is a routine disclosure and does not provide specific insights into broader industry trends or competitive landscape for HAWKINS INC.
Related Party Transactions
- Drew M. Grahek gifted 1,460 shares of common stock for no consideration. The recipient is not specified in the filing.
Stakeholder Impact
- Shareholders: The transaction represents a minor reduction in direct insider ownership, which is generally neutral to slightly negative but unlikely to have a material impact on the company's valuation or operational outlook.
- Employees: No direct impact on employees is indicated by this filing.
Key Dates
| Date | Description |
|---|---|
| 11/28/2025 | Acquisition of 4.5075 shares via dividend reinvestment plan. |
| 12/09/2025 | Date of gift transaction for 1,460 shares of common stock. |
| 12/11/2025 | Date the Form 4 was signed and filed. |
Keywords
HAWKINS INC, HWKN, Insider Transaction, Form 4, Stock Gift, Beneficial Ownership, Vice President of Operations
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