The Hershey Company (HSY)
| Market Cap | 34.45B |
| Revenue (ttm) | 11.20B |
| Net Income (ttm) | 2.22B |
| Shares Out | 202.41M |
| EPS (ttm) | 10.92 |
| PE Ratio | 15.59 |
| Forward PE | 27.80 |
| Dividend | $5.48 (3.22%) |
| Ex-Dividend Date | Feb 14, 2025 |
| Volume | 1,357,018 |
| Open | 171.59 |
| Previous Close | 171.94 |
| Day's Range | 170.09 - 175.00 |
| 52-Week Range | 140.13 - 211.92 |
| Beta | 0.31 |
| Analysts | Hold |
| Price Target | 166.00 (-2.48%) |
| Earnings Date | May 2, 2025 |
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. The company operates through three segments: North America Confectionery, North America Salty Snacks, and International. It 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]
Financial Performance
In 2024, Hershey's revenue was $11.20 billion, an increase of 0.33% compared to the previous year's $11.16 billion. Earnings were $2.22 billion, an increase of 19.31%.
Financial StatementsAnalyst Forecast
According to 20 analysts, the average rating for HSY stock is "Hold." The 12-month stock price forecast is $166.0, which is a decrease of -2.48% from the latest price.
News
Mind-Blowingly Fruity, Shockingly Crunchy: Jolly Rancher Freeze Dried Candy Has Entered the Chat
Your taste buds won't know what hit 'em HERSHEY, Pa. , March 12, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Brace yourself, snack lovers – the candy aisle just got a next-level upgrade.
The Hershey Company: A Tasty Prospect For Your Portfolio
Hershey's stock has outperformed the S&P 500 recently, despite high cocoa prices and expected short-term weakness. Revenue and profitability have grown across all segments, with significant gains in N...
The Hershey Company: Fairly Valued, But Cocoa Prices Are Rising
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Hershey: Cocoa Headwinds Are Priced-In, But There Is A Catch
The recent decline in Hershey's stock is now largely pricing-in the cost headwinds in 2025. A quick recovery in 2026, however, is something that I wouldn't rely on given the speculative nature of comm...
Hershey Announces Stacy Taffet as Chief Growth Officer
HERSHEY, Pa. , March 11, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The Hershey Company (NYSE: HSY) today announced Stacy Taffet as its Chief Growth Officer, effective April 14, 2025.
The Hershey Company Names Tiffany Menyhart as Chief Customer Officer
HERSHEY, Pa. , March 5, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The Hershey Company (NYSE: HSY) announced today that Tiffany Menyhart has been named Chief Customer Officer, effective March 17, 2025.
Hershey says ICE cocoa futures market is disconnected from reality
Chocolate maker Hershey Co said the ICE New York cocoa futures market is currently disconnected from the reality of the global physical market due to exchange actions that have reduced liquidity and i...
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The Hershey Company Announces Pricing of $500,000,000 4.550% Notes Due 2028, $500,000,000 4.750% Notes Due 2030, $500,000,000 4.950% Notes Due 2032 and $500,000,000 5.100% Notes Due 2035
HERSHEY, Pa. , Feb. 19, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The Hershey Company ("Hershey" or the "Company") (NYSE: HSY) announced today the pricing of its offering of $500,000,000 of 4.550% notes due 2028, $500,000...
THE HERSHEY COMPANY ANNOUNCES OFFERING OF NOTES
HERSHEY, Pa. , Feb. 19, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The Hershey Company ("Hershey" or the "Company") (NYSE: HSY) announced today that it is offering to sell notes in a public offering (the "Notes Offering").
The Hershey Company (HSY) Consumer Analyst Group of New York Conference (CAGNY) 2025 (Transcript)
The Hershey Company (NYSE:HSY) Consumer Analyst Group of New York Conference (CAGNY) 2025 February 18, 2025 1:00 PM ET Company Participants Michele Buck - Chairman, President and CEO Steve Voskuil - ...
Hershey Presents at 2025 CAGNY Conference; Reaffirms Earnings Outlook for 2025
HERSHEY, Pa. , Feb. 18, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- In a presentation today at the 2025 Consumer Analyst Group of New York (CAGNY) conference, Michele G.
Hershey: You Don't Need AI To Make Money; All You Need Is Candy Bar
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Hershey: Upgrade To Hold, Near Dog Collar Range Post-Earnings
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Hershey: Price Increases Won't Keep Up With Historically High Cocoa Costs
Hershey expects the surge in cocoa prices to continue to outpace the company's price increases on its chocolate products. As a result, the company expects to see its adjusted gross profit margin contr...
Hershey Stock Rises as Higher Prices Help Firm Offset Soaring Cocoa Costs
Shares of The Hershey Co. (HSY) advanced 5% Thursday when the chocolate maker reported better-than-anticipated results as price hikes helped offset the rising cost of cocoa.
The Hershey Company (HSY) Q4 2024 Earnings Call Transcript
The Hershey Company (HSY) Q4 2024 Earnings Call Transcript
Hershey forecasts lower-than-expected 2025 profit on higher cocoa prices
Hershey forecast annual profit below Wall Street estimates on Thursday as record cocoa prices weigh on the Kit Kat maker's margins.
Hershey Declares Quarterly Dividends
HERSHEY, Pa. , Feb. 6, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The Board of Directors of The Hershey Company (NYSE: HSY) today announced quarterly dividends of $1.370 on the Common Stock and $1.245 on the Class B Commo...
Hershey Reports Fourth-Quarter and Full-Year 2024 Financial Results; Provides 2025 Outlook
HERSHEY, Pa. , Feb. 6, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The Hershey Company (NYSE: HSY) today announced net sales and earnings for the fourth quarter and full-year ended December 31, 2024.
Hershey: A Falling Knife Or An Opportunity?
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