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The Hershey Company (HSY)
NYSE:HSY
HSY Stock Chart & Stats
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range$140.13 - $208.03
Previous CloseN/A
Volume693.34K
Average Volume (3M)1.49M
Market Cap
$37.60B
Enterprise Value$39.02B
Total Cash (Recent Filing)$912.35M
Total Debt (Recent Filing)$6.00B
Price to Earnings (P/E)24.6
Beta0.06
Next Earnings
Nov 07, 2025EPS Estimate
1.07Last Dividend Ex-Date
Aug 15, 2025Dividend Yield2.95%
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)1.21
Shares Outstanding148,110,720
10 Day Avg. Volume1,115,515
30 Day Avg. Volume1,493,638
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG RatioN/A
Price to Book (P/B)N/A
Price to Sales (P/S)N/A
P/FCF RatioN/A
Enterprise Value/Market Cap1.04
Enterprise Value/Revenue3.45
Enterprise Value/Gross Profit8.61
Enterprise Value/Ebitda16.32
Forecast
1Y Price Target
$186.00Price Target Upside0.28% Upside
Rating ConsensusHold
Number of Analyst Covering18
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Financial Performance2Q sales growth of 26% and 1H growth of +1.7% exceeded management's expectations, fueled by market share expansion.
Leadership SuccessionHSY brings a seasoned executive as its next CEO, a positive for clarity on leadership succession.
Product InnovationStronger innovation and distribution gains from its plan-o-gram were key drivers for the back half.
Bears Say
Consumer TrendsGLP-1 drugs are having a disproportionately negative impact on certain food categories including indulgent snacks, which could intensify as pill versions materialize.
Cost PressuresCocoa inflation, incremental tariffs, and elasticity-related volume pressure are expected to partially offset gross margin improvements.
Regulatory ChangesFive states have eliminated candy from SNAP benefit spending in 2026, which could impact sales.
The Hershey Company News
HSY FAQ
What was The Hershey Company’s price range in the past 12 months?
The Hershey Company lowest stock price was $140.13 and its highest was $208.03 in the past 12 months.
What is The Hershey Company’s market cap?
The Hershey Company’s market cap is $37.60B.
When is The Hershey Company’s upcoming earnings report date?
The Hershey Company’s upcoming earnings report date is Nov 07, 2025 which is in 60 days.
How were The Hershey Company’s earnings last quarter?
The Hershey Company released its earnings results on Jul 30, 2025. The company reported $1.21 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of $0.993 by $0.217.
Is The Hershey Company overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts The Hershey Company’s price is currently Undervalued.
Does The Hershey Company pay dividends?
The Hershey Company pays a Quarterly dividend of $1.37 which represents an annual dividend yield of 2.95%. See more information on The Hershey Company dividends here
What is The Hershey Company’s EPS estimate?
The Hershey Company’s EPS estimate is 1.07.
How many shares outstanding does The Hershey Company have?
The Hershey Company has 148,110,720 shares outstanding.
What happened to The Hershey Company’s price movement after its last earnings report?
The Hershey Company reported an EPS of $1.21 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of $0.993. Following the earnings report the stock price went up 1.396%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of The Hershey Company?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in HSY
The Hershey Company Stock Smart Score
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Analyst Consensus
Hold
Average Price Target:
$186.00 (0.28% Upside)
$186.00 (0.28% Upside)
Blogger Sentiment
Bullish
HSY Sentiment 72%
Sector Average 66%
Sector Average 66%
Hedge Fund Trend
Increased
By 124.4K Shares
Last Quarter.
Last Quarter.
Crowd Wisdom
Very Negative
Last 7 Days ▼ 1.6%
Last 30 Days ▼ 2.6%
Last 30 Days ▼ 2.6%
News Sentiment
Neutral
Bullish news 50%
Bearish news 50%
Bearish news 50%
Technicals
SMA
Positive
20 days / 200 days
Momentum
-3.26%
12-Months-Change
Fundamentals
Return on Equity
35.89%
Trailing 12-Months
Asset Growth
9.91%
Trailing 12-Months
Company Description
The Hershey Company
The Hershey Company (HSY) is a leading American confectionery manufacturer known for its iconic chocolate products and snacks. Founded in 1894 and headquartered in Hershey, Pennsylvania, the company operates in the global chocolate and non-chocolate confectionery sectors. Hershey's core product offerings include a wide range of chocolate bars, candies, and snacks, with well-known brands such as Hershey's, Reese's, Kit Kat, and Dove. In addition to its core chocolate products, Hershey also produces a variety of non-chocolate confectionery items and snack foods, catering to diverse consumer preferences across various markets.
HSY Earnings Call
Q2 2025
0:00 / 0:00
Earnings Call Sentiment|Positive
The earnings call reflects a positive sentiment with strong performance in key segments, effective innovation strategies, and a clear path for margin recovery. However, challenges remain due to high cocoa prices and tariffs, which could impact future profitability.View all HSY earnings summariesHSY Net sales Breakdown
81.40% North America Confectionery
10.14% North America Salty Snacks
8.46% International
HSY Stock 12 Month Forecast
Average Price Target
$186.00
▲(0.28% Upside)
Technical Analysis
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Ownership Overview
0.43% Insiders
28.99% Mutual Funds
21.35% Other Institutional Investors
18.55% Public Companies and Individual Investors