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Huong Maria T. Kraus Appointed Hershey’s New Chairman

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  • Huong Maria T. Kraus appointed as Chairman of Hershey’s Board, effective August 2025.
  • Kraus brings extensive governance and finance experience, ensuring strategic continuity.
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Huong Maria T. Kraus Appointed Hershey’s New Chairman

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The Hershey Company ( (HSY) ) has issued an update.

Following the retirement of Michele G. Buck, Huong Maria T. Kraus has been appointed as the new Chairman of the Board of The Hershey Company, effective August 18, 2025. Ms. Kraus, who joined the Board in May 2023 and has extensive experience in governance and finance, also holds leadership roles at Hershey Trust Company and Milton Hershey School, indicating a strong continuity in strategic oversight for the company.

The most recent analyst rating on (HSY) stock is a Hold with a $202.00 price target. To see the full list of analyst forecasts on The Hershey Company stock, see the HSY Stock Forecast page.

Spark’s Take on HSY Stock

According to Spark, TipRanks’ AI Analyst, HSY is a Outperform.

The Hershey Company’s stock is rated favorably due to strong financial performance and robust technical indicators. While the company faces valuation challenges, its strategic initiatives and leadership changes provide a positive outlook. Earnings call insights highlight potential growth and operational efficiencies, though risks like cocoa inflation and tariffs need monitoring.

To see Spark’s full report on HSY stock, click here.

More about The Hershey Company

The Hershey Company operates in the confectionery industry, primarily known for its chocolate products and other snacks. It focuses on delivering high-quality, innovative products to consumers worldwide.

Average Trading Volume: 1,829,733

Technical Sentiment Signal: Buy

Current Market Cap: $36.08B

For an in-depth examination of HSY stock, go to TipRanks’ Overview page.

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