The Hershey Company (HSY)

NYSE: HSY · Real-Time Price · USD
175.05
-2.18 (-1.23%)
At close: Jul 31, 2026, 4:00 PM EDT
176.01
+0.96 (0.55%)
After-hours: Jul 31, 2026, 7:56 PM EDT
Market Cap35.17B -8.1%
Revenue (ttm)12.16B +7.7%
Net Income1.49B -2.7%
EPS7.32 -2.8%
Shares Out 200.93M
PE Ratio23.92
Forward PE18.87
Dividend$5.81 (3.32%)
Ex-Dividend DateAug 14, 2026
Volume2,174,155
Open176.19
Previous Close177.23
Day's Range173.91 - 177.37
52-Week Range161.43 - 239.48
Beta0.10
AnalystsBuy
Price Target206.33 (+17.87%)
Earnings DateJul 30, 2026

About HSY

The Hershey Company, together with its subsidiaries, engages in the manufacture and sale of confectionery products and pantry items in the United States and internationally. It operates through three segments: North America Confectionery, North America Salty Snacks, and International. The company offers chocolate and non-chocolate confectionery products; gum and mint refreshment products, including mints, chewing gums, and bubble gums; protein bars; pantry items, such as baking ingredients, toppings, beverages, and sundae syrups; and snack item... [Read more]

Industry Confectioners
Founded 1894
Employees 19,595
Stock Exchange NYSE
Ticker Symbol HSY
Full Company Profile

Financial Performance

In 2025, Hershey's revenue was $11.69 billion, an increase of 4.38% compared to the previous year's $11.20 billion. Earnings were $883.26 million, a decrease of -60.24%.

Financial Statements

Analyst Summary

According to 23 analysts, the average rating for HSY stock is "Buy." The 12-month stock price target is $206.33, which is an increase of 17.87% from the latest price.

Price Target
$206.33
(17.87% upside)
Analyst Consensus: Buy
Stock Forecasts

News

Hershey price target lowered to $190 from $208 at DA Davidson

DA Davidson lowered the firm’s price target on Hershey (HSY) to $190 from $208 and keeps a Neutral rating on the shares. The company’s Q2 results handily beat expectations as…

1 day ago - TheFly

Hershey price target raised to $191 from $190 at Deutsche Bank

Deutsche Bank raised the firm’s price target on Hershey (HSY) to $191 from $190 and keeps a Hold rating on the shares.

1 day ago - TheFly

Hershey price target raised to $198 from $190 at UBS

UBS raised the firm’s price target on Hershey (HSY) to $198 from $190 and keeps a Neutral rating on the shares.

1 day ago - TheFly

Hershey price target raised to $193 from $191 at JPMorgan

JPMorgan raised the firm’s price target on Hershey (HSY) to $193 from $191 and keeps a Neutral rating on the shares.

1 day ago - TheFly

Hershey price target lowered to $190 from $200 at Wells Fargo

Wells Fargo lowered the firm’s price target on Hershey (HSY) to $190 from $200 and keeps an Equal Weight rating on the shares. The firm notes the company delivered a…

1 day ago - TheFly

The Hershey Company Earnings Call Transcript: Q2 2026

Organic sales and EPS outperformed expectations in the first half, driven by innovation and strong demand. Guidance for 2027 remains intact, with visibility into cocoa cost deflation and continued investment in automation and productivity. Seasonal execution and new product launches are expected to drive growth in the second half.

2 days ago - Transcripts

The Hershey Company Earnings release: Q2 2026

The Hershey Company released its Q2 2026 earnings on July 30, 2026, summarizing the period's financial results.

2 days ago - Filings

The Hershey Company Quarterly report: Q2 2026

The Hershey Company has published its Q2 2026 quarterly earnings report on July 30, 2026.

2 days ago - Filings

Hershey Declares Quarterly Dividends

HERSHEY, Pa., July 30, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The Board of Directors of The Hershey Company (NYSE: HSY) today announced quarterly dividends of $1.452 on the Common Stock and $1.320 on the Class B Common...

2 days ago - PRNewsWire

The Hershey Company Earnings Call Transcript: Q2 2026

Net sales and adjusted EPS outlooks were raised after a strong first half, with Q2 adjusted EPS up 57% and gross margin expanding 350 basis points. Strategic investments and new product launches are set to drive growth, while a new $500 million share repurchase was authorized.

2 days ago - Transcripts

The Hershey Company Earnings release: Q2 2026

The Hershey Company released its Q2 2026 earnings on July 30, 2026, summarizing the period's financial results.

2 days ago - Filings

The Hershey Company Quarterly report: Q2 2026

The Hershey Company has published its Q2 2026 quarterly earnings report on July 30, 2026.

2 days ago - Filings

Hershey reports Q2 adjusted EPS $1.90, consensus $1.43

Reports Q2 revenue $2.79B, consensus $2.63B. “We delivered a strong first half, with reported net sales up 8.7%, organic net sales up 5.8% and meaningful earnings recovery. We enter the…

2 days ago - TheFly

Hershey raises FY26 adjusted EPS view to $8.36-$8.52 from $8.20-$8.52

Consensus $8.42. Narrows FY26 revenue view to 4.5%-5% from 4%-5%. Backs FY26 capital expenditures view $425M-$475M. The company said, “The Company is narrowing its net sales growth, organic net sales…

2 days ago - TheFly

Hershey's Sales Rise, Boosted by Salty Snacks

The maker of Reese's Peanut Butter Cups and Twizzlers also bumped up its guidance for the year, saying it is entering the second half of the year with momentum.

2 days ago - WSJ

Hershey beats quarterly sales estimates

Hershey exceeded Wall Street ​expectations for second-quarter ‌sales on Thursday as higher ​prices and ​steady demand for its ⁠Reese's chocolates ​and Dot's Pretzels ​helped offset a cautious spending...

2 days ago - Reuters

Hershey Reports Second-Quarter 2026 Financial Results

HERSHEY, Pa., July 30, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The Hershey Company (NYSE: HSY) today announced net sales and earnings for the second quarter ended June 28, 2026 and updated its 2026 sales and earnings ou...

2 days ago - PRNewsWire

REESE'S OREO® Celebrates One Year of Turning a Fan Favorite into One of Candy's Biggest Innovations

Anniversary Campaign Starring Lindsay Lohan and Amy Sedaris, Directed by Patricia Arquette, Marks a Milestone for the Fan-Inspired Snack Collaboration HERSHEY, Pa., July 29, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- One y...

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3 days ago - PRNewsWire

Anticipation Is Reshaping America's Halloween Season

New Consumer Insights from Hershey and Morning Consult Reveal Halloween Anticipation is Building Earlier, Creating New Moments for Treats, Traditions and Community HERSHEY, Pa., July 29, 2026 /PRNewsw...

3 days ago - PRNewsWire

Hershey price target lowered to $225 from $255 at Evercore ISI

Evercore ISI lowered the firm’s price target on Hershey (HSY) to $225 from $255 and keeps an Outperform rating on the shares.

9 days ago - TheFly

Hershey price target lowered to $180 from $215 at Stifel

Stifel analyst Matthew Smith lowered the firm’s price target on Hershey (HSY) to $180 from $215 and keeps a Hold rating on the shares. Across the firm’s food coverage, the…

10 days ago - TheFly

For Hershey, the battle for Halloween starts now

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10 days ago - Business Insider

Hershey price target lowered to $208 from $220 at Barclays

Barclays analyst Andrew Lazar lowered the firm’s price target on Hershey (HSY) to $208 from $220 and keeps an Equal Weight rating on the shares. The firm adjusted targets in…

11 days ago - TheFly

Hershey price target lowered to $190 from $200 at UBS

UBS lowered the firm’s price target on Hershey (HSY) to $190 from $200 and keeps a Neutral rating on the shares.

16 days ago - TheFly

Hershey price target lowered to $191 from $204 at JPMorgan

JPMorgan lowered the firm’s price target on Hershey (HSY) to $191 from $204 and keeps a Neutral rating on the shares as part of a Q2 earnings preview. The firm…

19 days ago - TheFly