Hershey Co (HSY)

Currency in USD
180.07
+0.79(+0.44%)
Closed·
184.00+3.93(+2.18%)
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Fair Value
Day's Range
179.91183.27
52 wk Range
140.13199.00
Key Statistics
Prev. Close
179.28
Open
182.1
Day's Range
179.91-183.27
52 wk Range
140.13-199
Volume
2.11M
Average Volume (3m)
1.67M
1-Year Change
7.52%
Book Value / Share
22.52
Fair Value
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Company’s Health
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Fair Price
Upside
Price Target
194.35
Upside
+7.93%
Members' Sentiments
Bearish
Bullish
ProTips
Has maintained dividend payments for 55 consecutive years

Hershey Co News & Analysis

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Technical Analysis

Summary
Strong Sell
Sell
Neutral
Buy
Strong Buy
Strong Sell
Technical Indicators
Strong Sell
Moving Averages
Strong Sell

Hershey Co Company Profile

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 items comprising spreads, bars, snack bites, mixes, popcorn, and pretzels. The company provides its products primarily under the Hershey’s, Reese’s, Kisses, Jolly Rancher, Almond Joy, Brookside, barkTHINS, Cadbury, Good & Plenty, Heath, Kit Kat, Payday, Rolo, Twizzlers, Sour Strips, Whoppers, York, Ice Breakers, Breath Savers, Bubble Yum, Lily’s, SkinnyPop, Pirates Booty, Dot’s Homestyle Pretzels, and ONE Bar brands, as well as under the Pelon Pelo Rico, IO-IO, and Sofit brands. It markets and sells its products to wholesale distributors, chain grocery stores, mass merchandisers, chain drug stores, vending companies, wholesale clubs, convenience stores, dollar stores, concessionaires, and department stores. The company exports its products in approximately 80 countries worldwide. The Hershey Company was founded in 1894 and is headquartered in Hershey, Pennsylvania.

Employees
19285

Hershey Co SWOT Analysis


Cocoa Cost Crisis
Explore Hershey's strategies to mitigate unprecedented cocoa price surges, including hedging and productivity improvements aimed at preserving margins
Leadership in Flux
Delve into Hershey's executive transitions, including CEO Michele Buck's planned retirement and new appointments, shaping the company's future direction
Market Dynamics
Learn how Hershey navigates shifting consumer preferences towards healthier snacks while leveraging its strong brand portfolio in a competitive landscape
Financial Outlook
Analysts project EPS between $6.00-$6.18 for 2025, with an average price target of $160, reflecting challenges and opportunities in Hershey's market position
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Hershey Co Earnings Call Summary for Q3/2025

  • Hershey exceeded Q3 2025 forecasts with EPS of $1.30 (vs $1.06 expected) and revenue of $3.18B, despite stock falling 2.76% to $175.28 post-earnings
  • Total net sales increased 6.5% YoY with 6.2% organic growth, though adjusted gross margin declined 850 basis points to 31.8% due to commodity inflation
  • Company raised full-year net sales outlook to approximately 3% growth but expects adjusted EPS to decline 36-37% due to ongoing inflation and tariff expenses
  • CEO Kirk Tanner expressed optimism about future opportunities while the company continues its transformation program to deliver significant cost savings
  • Product innovations include Reese's Oreo collaboration and zero sugar offerings as Hershey plans strategic investments in technology and supply chain agility
Last Updated: 10/30/2025, 07:34 PM
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Compare HSY to Peers and Sector

Metrics to compare
HSY
Peers
Sector
Relationship
P/E Ratio
26.9x26.2x12.0x
PEG Ratio
−1.16−1.190.03
Price/Book
8.0x5.5x1.5x
Price / LTM Sales
3.2x2.1x0.9x
Upside (Analyst Target)
8.8%13.7%20.5%
Fair Value Upside
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Analyst Ratings

7 Buy
17 Hold
1 Sell
Ratings:
25 analysts
Overall Consensus
Neutral

Analysts 12-Month Price Target:

Average 194.35
(+7.93% Upside)
Firm
ArticlePositionPrice TargetUpside / DownsideFrom Price TargetActionDate
Piper Sandler
Buy213.00+18.30%193.00UpgradeJan 07, 2026
Wells Fargo
Hold182.00+1.08%157.00UpgradeJan 05, 2026
Piper Sandler
Hold193.00+7.19%180.00MaintainDec 19, 2025
Morgan Stanley
Buy211.00+17.19%195.00UpgradeDec 15, 2025
Stifel
Hold195.00+8.30%185.00MaintainDec 11, 2025

Dividends

Payout Ratio
Payout ratio (TTM)
Earnings retained
EPS 6.69%
Dividend Yield
3.06%
Industry Median 4.00%
Annualized payout
5.48
Paid quarterly
5-Years Growth
+11.90%
Growth Streak

Earnings

Latest Release
Oct 30, 2025
EPS / Forecast
1.30 / 1.06
Revenue / Forecast
3.18B / 3.11B
EPS Revisions
Last 90 days

HSY Income Statement

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FAQ

What Is the Hershey Co (HSY) Stock Price Today?

The Hershey Co stock price today is 180.07

What Stock Exchange Does Hershey Co Trade On?

Hershey Co is listed and trades on the New York Stock Exchange stock exchange.

What Is the Stock Symbol for Hershey Co?

The stock symbol for Hershey Co is "HSY."

Does Hershey Co Pay Dividends? What’s The Current Dividend Yield?

The Hershey Co dividend yield is 3.06%.

What Is the Hershey Co Market Cap?

As of today, Hershey Co market cap is 36.52B.

What Is Hershey Co's Earnings Per Share (TTM)?

The Hershey Co EPS (TTM) is 6.69.

When Is the Next Hershey Co Earnings Date?

Hershey Co will release its next earnings report on Jan 28, 2026.

From a Technical Analysis Perspective, Is HSY a Buy or Sell?

Based on moving averages and other technical indicators, the daily buy/sell signal is Strong Sell.

How Many Times Has Hershey Co Stock Split?

Hershey Co has split 4 times.

How Many Employees Does Hershey Co Have?

Hershey Co has 19285 employees.

What is the current trading status of Hershey Co (HSY)?

As of Jan 07, 2026, Hershey Co (HSY) is trading at a price of 180.07, with a previous close of 179.28. The stock has fluctuated within a day range of 179.91 to 183.27, while its 52-week range spans from 140.13 to 199.00.

What Is Hershey Co (HSY) Price Target According to Analysts?

The average 12-month price target for Hershey Co is USD194.34783, with a high estimate of USD220 and a low estimate of USD137. 7 analysts recommend buying the stock, while 1 suggest selling, leading to an overall rating of Neutral. The stock has an +7.93% Upside potential.

What Is the HSY Premarket Price?

HSY's last pre-market stock price is 182.74. The pre-market share volume is 2,700.00, and the stock has decreased by 3.46, or 1.93%.

What Is the HSY After Hours Price?

HSY's last after hours stock price is 184.00, the stock has decreased by 3.93, or 2.18%.
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