Hershey Co (HSY)

Currency in USD
205.79
+4.32(+2.14%)
Closed·
213.00+7.21(+3.50%)
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Earnings results expected today
Trading near 52-week High
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Fair Value
Day's Range
202.00205.96
52 wk Range
150.04205.96
Key Statistics
Prev. Close
205.79
Open
203.14
Day's Range
202-205.96
52 wk Range
150.04-205.96
Volume
3.34M
Average Vol. (3m)
1.7M
1-Year Change
41.0293%
Book Value / Share
22.52
Fair Value
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Company’s Health
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Fair Price
Upside
Price Target
199.39
Downside
-3.11%
Members' Sentiments
Bearish
Bullish
ProTips
Significant return over the last week

Hershey Co News & Analysis

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Technical Analysis

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

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


Future Forecast
Analyst targets range from $165 to $222, reflecting diverse views on Hershey's ability to leverage brand strength and overcome industry headwinds
Market Mastery
Delve into Hershey's strategic market share gains, innovative product launches, and distribution expansions driving growth in key categories
Financial Fortitude
Explore Hershey's projected revenue growth and dividend consistency, balanced against potential net income declines and cost pressures
Sweet Challenges
Hershey navigates rising cocoa costs and tariff uncertainties, testing its pricing power and market resilience in a competitive confectionery landscape
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Hershey Co Earnings Call Summary for Q4/2025

  • Hershey Co reported Q4 2025 EPS of $1.71 (22.14% above forecasts) and revenue of $3.09 billion, driving a 3.02% pre-market stock increase to $212.01.
  • Full-year 2025 net sales grew 4.4% to $11.7 billion, with strong performance in both confectionery and salty snacks segments across key global markets.
  • The company raised its dividend by 6% and demonstrated continued market share gains in the U.S., Mexico, Brazil, and the UK.
  • For 2026, Hershey forecasts 4-5% net sales growth and 30-35% increase in adjusted EPS, with plans for 400 basis points gross margin recovery.
  • CEO Kirk Tanner announced increased investments in media, technology, and supply chain enhancements, alongside new product launches and international expansion.
Last Updated: 02/05/2026, 07:30 AM
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Compare HSY to Peers and Sector

Metrics to compare
HSY
Peers
Sector
Relationship
P/E Ratio
30.7x24.7x12.2x
PEG Ratio
−1.31−2.980.03
Price / Book
9.1x5.5x1.5x
Price / LTM Sales
3.6x2.2x0.9x
Upside (Analyst Target)
0.4%0.7%17.1%
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 199.39
(-3.11% Downside)
Firm
ArticlePositionPrice TargetUpside / DownsideFrom Price TargetActionDate
DA Davidson
Hold207.00+0.59%185.00MaintainFeb 02, 2026
Deutsche Bank
Hold188.00-8.64%180.00MaintainJan 29, 2026
Morgan Stanley
Buy214.00+3.99%211.00MaintainJan 28, 2026
Bernstein SocGen Group
Buy84.00-59.18%-MaintainJan 26, 2026
JPMorgan
Hold204.00-0.87%185.00MaintainJan 21, 2026

Dividends

Payout Ratio
Payout ratio (TTM)
Earnings retained
EPS 6.69%
Dividend Yield
2.66%
Industry Median 4.00%
Annualized Payout
5.48
Paid quarterly
5-Years Growth
+11.90%
Growth Streak

Earnings

Latest Release
Feb 05, 2026
EPS / Forecast
1.71 / 1.40
Revenue / Forecast
3.09B / 2.97B
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 205.79

What Stock Exchange Does Hershey Co Trade On?

Hershey Co is listed and trades on the New York 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 2.66%.

What Is the Hershey Co Market Cap?

As of today, Hershey Co market cap is 41.73B.

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 Feb 05, 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 Buy.

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 Feb 05, 2026, Hershey Co (HSY) is trading at a price of 205.79, with a previous close of 205.79. The stock has fluctuated within a day range of 202.00 to 205.96, while its 52-week range spans from 150.04 to 205.96.

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

The average 12-month price target for Hershey Co is USD199.39, with a high estimate of USD233 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 -3.11% Downside potential.

What Is the HSY Premarket Price?

HSY's last pre-market stock price is 213.00. The pre-market share volume is 84,200.00, and the stock has decreased by 7.21, or 3.50%.

What Is the HSY After Hours Price?

HSY's last after hours stock price is 208.00, the stock has decreased by 2.21, or 1.07%.
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