The Hershey Company

Hershey Company (NYSE:HSY, XETRA:HSY) is expected to begin recovering margins in the second quarter as higher-cost cocoa inventory from last year cycles through, but Jefferies maintained a ‘Hold' rating, citing continued weakness in consumer demand and limited evidence of a recovery in sales volumes. Jefferies wrote that the second quarter "should be the first with meaningful year-over-year gross margin expansion," forecasting roughly 300 basis points of improvement as peak-cost inventory laps.

proactiveinvestors.com - 2026-07-16 15:59:02

Hershey (HSY) closed the most recent trading day at $171.46, moving 2.16% from the previous trading session.

zacks.com - 2026-07-14 19:01:08

Hershey now offers an attractive risk-reward profile after a period of underperformance and carries a 3.3% yield. HSY is demonstrating net sales growth and gross margin recovery, driven by pricing and supply chain productivity. Management guides for acceleration in H2 2026, with innovation and expansion into premium chocolate and protein as key growth drivers.

seekingalpha.com - 2026-07-13 08:30:00

In the latest trading session, Hershey (HSY) closed at $171.65, marking a -1.58% move from the previous day.

zacks.com - 2026-07-09 19:16:13

HERSHEY, Pa., July 9, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The Hershey Company (NYSE: HSY) announced today that it will release its second-quarter sales and earnings results on Thursday, July 30, 2026, and hold a conference call with analysts at 8:30 a.m.

prnewswire.com - 2026-07-09 09:00:00

The first U.S. REESE'S PIECES innovation in 10 years adds a Chocolate Cookie center to the poppable peanut butter candy fans love HERSHEY, Pa., July 8, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The REESE's PIECES brand is giving fans a playful twist on one of the most recognizable candies, with the launch of its REESE'S PIECES with Chocolate Cookie.

prnewswire.com - 2026-07-08 09:00:00

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seekingalpha.com - 2026-07-08 07:42:40

Hershey TodayHSYHershey$180.25 +4.80 (+2.74%) As of 12:17 PM Eastern This is a fair market value price provided by Massive. Learn more.52-Week Range$160.07▼$239.48Dividend Yield3.22%P/E Ratio33.56Price Target$217.50Add to WatchlistAfter a sweet run-up in its stock back in February, Hershey NYSE: HSY is now trading 3.8% below its year-start price.

marketbeat.com - 2026-07-01 12:17:28

The latest trading day saw Hershey (HSY) settling at $179.11, representing a +1.38% change from its previous close.

zacks.com - 2026-06-26 19:02:15

In the closing of the recent trading day, Hershey (HSY) stood at $183.04, denoting a +2.1% move from the preceding trading day.

zacks.com - 2026-06-24 19:16:26

Hershey's salty snacks sales surge in Q1, with LesserEvil boosting growth as Dot's, Reese's Filled Pretzels and snack mix gains add momentum.

zacks.com - 2026-06-24 10:05:55

Seasoned Commercial Leader Brings More Than 20 Years of Sales and Operations Experience to the Role HERSHEY, Pa., June 24, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The Hershey Company (NYSE: HSY) today announced that Heather Hoytink has been named President, U.S., effective July 8, 2026.

prnewswire.com - 2026-06-24 08:59:00

Hershey (HSY) closed at $175.31 in the latest trading session, marking a -3.95% move from the prior day.

zacks.com - 2026-06-17 19:01:01

Hershey is showing renewed optimism and growth after two challenging years of commodity inflation. HSY's Q1 2026 earnings highlight a pivotal moment: rapid margin recovery and renewed investment for long-term growth. The company is leveraging the easing of input cost pressures to strengthen both profitability and future expansion.

seekingalpha.com - 2026-06-16 15:14:26

When stock prices go down, dividend yields go up.

fool.com - 2026-06-16 03:55:00

The death crosses flashing on both Hershey (NYSE: HSY | HSY Price Prediction) and Vertex Pharmaceuticals (NASDAQ: VRTX) are a bearish technical signal that Wall Street is openly ignoring.

247wallst.com - 2026-06-12 07:35:26

In the closing of the recent trading day, Hershey (HSY) stood at $180.84, denoting a +2.4% move from the preceding trading day.

zacks.com - 2026-06-11 19:01:09

Hershey is analyzed through its income statement, balance sheet, cash flow, and dividend history, highlighting fundamental financial health. Valuation metrics from Seeking Alpha are compared against Hershey's historical and peer benchmarks to assess current investment attractiveness. U.S. consumer sentiment data is integrated to contextualize demand drivers and potential headwinds for HSY's core business.

seekingalpha.com - 2026-06-09 16:27:48

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seekingalpha.com - 2026-06-08 04:51:11

Hershey (HSY) concluded the recent trading session at $184.58, signifying a +1.02% move from its prior day's close.

zacks.com - 2026-06-05 19:00:27

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forbes.com - 2026-06-03 09:05:09

New Campaign Invites Fans to Choose Between Camp Gooey and Camp Toasty This Summer HERSHEY, Pa., June 1, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- There are two kinds of people in this world when it comes to s'mores.

prnewswire.com - 2026-06-01 10:00:00

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fool.com - 2026-05-30 04:15:00

Hershey leans on pricing power as Q1 2026 sales jump 10.6%, but volume slips, and margins tighten under commodity and tariff-related cost pressure.

zacks.com - 2026-05-29 10:46:18

Jason Reiman, a 30-Year Hershey Veteran, to Retire Following Planned Leadership Transition  HERSHEY, Pa., May 28, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The Hershey Company (NYSE: HSY) today announced that Mitchell Arends has been named Chief Supply Chain Officer, effective June 22, 2026.

prnewswire.com - 2026-05-28 16:02:00

On May 27, 2026, The Hershey Co (HSY) shares rose 3.5% today, closing at $197.82. The stock has experienced significant price movements recently, with a 52-week

gurufocus.com - 2026-05-27 17:53:00

Accenture shares gained after the company backed Aera Technology to accelerate AI-driven, autonomous supply-chain decision-making across major industries.

feeds.benzinga.com - 2026-05-19 12:53:24

Coca-Cola is a consumer staples giant, a Dividend King, and performing well despite industry headwinds.  Hershey Foods has been hit by volatile commodity prices, but its pricing power remains impressive.

fool.com - 2026-05-14 09:15:00

The Hershey Company (HSY) Presents at Goldman Sachs Global Staples Forum 2026 Transcript

seekingalpha.com - 2026-05-12 16:00:50

Limited-Edition Foils, a Digital Collecting Hub, and an Instagram Takeover Help Celebrate 30 Years of Pokémon HERSHEY, Pa., May 11, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Hershey's Kisses is teaming up with The Pokémon Company International for another special-edition collection — and this year, things are getting a little villainous.

prnewswire.com - 2026-05-11 10:26:00

HERSHEY, Pa., May 8, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The Hershey Company (NYSE: HSY) today announced that Steve Voskuil, Chief Financial Officer, will participate in a fireside chat session at the Goldman Sachs Global Staples Forum on Tuesday, May 12, 2026, at 11:25 am ET.

prnewswire.com - 2026-05-08 10:00:00

Coca-Cola's capital-light business makes it an ideal dividend investment. Hershey offers a high yield while paying out less than two-thirds of free cash flow.

fool.com - 2026-05-07 15:15:00

Hershey is shifting from cost pressure to earnings expansion amid collapsing cocoa prices, aiding growth recovery and the dividend. General Mills offers an unusually high 7% yield because of temporary headwinds, while restructuring and its pet food segment provide a path back to stability.

fool.com - 2026-05-07 08:15:00

The hosts of Morning Brew Daily made a simple argument on a recent episode that the idea of the “Ozempic economy” should be replaced with the “Mounjaro economy” now that Eli Lilly is controlling 60% of the GLP-1 market.

247wallst.com - 2026-05-04 16:50:08

Hershey CEO Kirk Tanner said GLP-1 drugs are helping to boost sales of mints and gum, including the company's Ice Breakers https://bloom.bg/3PbWvZY

youtube.com - 2026-05-01 14:25:16

Release Date: April 30, 2026For the complete transcript of the earnings call, please refer to the full earnings call transcript. Positive Points The Hershey Co

gurufocus.com - 2026-05-01 14:01:00

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247wallst.com - 2026-05-01 07:59:20

The Hershey Company (HSY) Q1 2026 Earnings Call Prepared Remarks Transcript

seekingalpha.com - 2026-04-30 21:11:33

Americans are on a health and weight-loss kick, and they're increasingly turning to protein to get the most out of what they eat.

marketwatch.com - 2026-04-30 16:22:00

Trips to mouth. Democratizing luxury. Ozempic breath. It sounds like refrigerator magnet poetry, but these are a few of the things on Hershey Chief Executive Kirk Tanner's mind.

wsj.com - 2026-04-30 15:20:00

The Hershey Company (HSY) Q1 2026 Earnings Call Transcript

seekingalpha.com - 2026-04-30 14:41:42

Hershey's Q1 EPS and sales beat estimates as pricing fuels double-digit revenue growth despite volume softness and margin pressure.

zacks.com - 2026-04-30 13:10:33

The Hershey Company is reiterated at Hold, with macro risks and valuation concerns outweighing recent operational strength. HSY delivered strong Q1 results, including 10.6% net sales growth and 93.6% net income growth, reaffirming 2026 guidance. Macro headwinds such as geopolitical risk, inflationary pressure, and private-label competition raise near-term uncertainty, potentially affecting margins and consumer demand.

seekingalpha.com - 2026-04-30 12:21:25

Hershey CEO Kirk Tanner said that the chocolatier is seeing higher sales for its mints and gum, thanks to the growing adoption of GLP-1 drugs. Sales of Hershey's Ice Breakers rose 8% in the first quarter due to the trend, Tanner said.

cnbc.com - 2026-04-30 11:49:09

Although the revenue and EPS for Hershey (HSY) give a sense of how its business performed in the quarter ended March 2026, it might be worth considering how some key metrics compare with Wall Street estimates and the year-ago numbers.

zacks.com - 2026-04-30 10:30:34

Hershey (HSY) came out with quarterly earnings of $2.35 per share, beating the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $2.05 per share. This compares to earnings of $2.09 per share a year ago.

zacks.com - 2026-04-30 09:05:27

Hershey reported higher first-quarter profit as price increases announced last year provided a boost to revenue, even as its sales volume declined.

wsj.com - 2026-04-30 07:07:00

HERSHEY, Pa., April 30, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The Board of Directors of The Hershey Company (NYSE: HSY) today announced quarterly dividends of $1.452 on the Common Stock and $1.320 on the Class B Common Stock.

prnewswire.com - 2026-04-30 07:00:00

HERSHEY, Pa., April 30, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The Hershey Company (NYSE: HSY) today announced net sales and earnings for the first quarter ended March 29, 2026 and reaffirmed its 2026 sales and earnings outlook.

prnewswire.com - 2026-04-30 06:45:00

ADM heads into Q1 results with profit expected to fall 5.7% y/y as weak crush margins pressure Ag Services despite projected revenue growth.

zacks.com - 2026-04-29 12:55:29