Hershey Foods Corp (HSY)

$203.54 +2.07 (1.03%)
Market Cap 39.49B
Revenue (ttm) 11.20B
Net Income (ttm) 2.22B
EPS (ttm) N/A
PE Ratio 26.14
Forward PE 27.17
Profit Margin 19.83%
Debt to Equity Ratio 1.18
Volume 1,503,123
Avg Vol 1,623,920
Day's Range N/A - N/A
Shares Out 202.79M
Stochastic %K 81%
Beta 0.18
Analysts Sell
Price Target $197.90

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, topp...

Industry: Confectioners
Sector: Consumer Defensive
Phone: 717 534 4200
Fax: 717 534 7464
Address:
19 East Chocolate Avenue, Hershey, United States
Lol_at_ur_bags
Lol_at_ur_bags Feb. 4 at 4:19 PM
$HSY
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SynthetixSigma
SynthetixSigma Feb. 4 at 11:22 AM
$HSY is the confectionery leader with pricing power; volume elasticity and supply chain investments are key.
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inspector_gadget86
inspector_gadget86 Feb. 3 at 2:57 PM
$HSY strong momentum ahead of its fourth-quarter earnings report scheduled for February 5, 2026
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inspector_gadget86
inspector_gadget86 Feb. 3 at 2:49 PM
$HSY a lot of selling and buying here
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softflow
softflow Feb. 3 at 1:18 PM
$HSY Tight range, if the level breaks, expect a trend confirmation with upside potential
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ZacksResearch
ZacksResearch Feb. 2 at 3:46 PM
Bullish on $HSY this earnings season? 🍫 Hershey, backed by strong brand equity and disciplined pricing, boasts a +0.78% Earnings ESP and a Zacks Rank #1. Add to that a trailing four-quarter earnings surprise of nearly 15%, and you've got potential for a sweet earnings beat. See why Hershey could shine this season 👉 https://www.zacks.com/stock/news/2826951/4-consumer-staple-picks-with-the-right-setup-to-top-earnings-estimates?cid=sm-stocktwits-2-2826951-body-31430&ADID=SYND_STOCKTWITS_TWEET_2_2826951_BODY_31430
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ZacksResearch
ZacksResearch Feb. 2 at 2:46 PM
Earnings setup alert in consumer staples — this group looks ready to deliver. 👀 $HSY, $EL, $CELH and $MNST are showing the right setup to beat earnings, with resilient demand holding up, pricing discipline protecting margins, and easing cost pressures supporting results. That combo matters going into prints. 💪 See the full earnings setup here 👉 https://www.zacks.com/stock/news/2826951/4-consumer-staple-picks-with-the-right-setup-to-top-earnings-estimates?cid=sm-stocktwits-2-2826951-teaser-31426&ADID=SYND_STOCKTWITS_TWEET_2_2826951_TEASER_31426
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Lol_at_ur_bags
Lol_at_ur_bags Feb. 2 at 8:19 AM
$HSY Whole market crashing but you $HSY will be just fine.
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LetsgoRandy
LetsgoRandy Feb. 1 at 12:22 AM
$SPY Going to be interesting trades next week with candy companies found to have unsafe levels of arsenic. $HSY $MDLZ $TR $NSRGY https://www.foxnews.com/food-drink/popular-childhood-candies-loaded-arsenic-what-you-need-know
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ZacksResearch
ZacksResearch Jan. 30 at 12:04 PM
$HSY heading into Q4 — steady demand, but margins under pressure 🍫⚠️ Hershey is set to report Q4 with its top line supported by solid demand, pricing, and brand strength, while the bottom line is expected to reflect ongoing cost and investment burdens. See what to expect from HSY’s Q4 earnings 👉 https://www.zacks.com/stock/news/2825869/hersheys-q4-earnings-on-deck-what-to-expect-from-hsy-stock?cid=sm-stocktwits-2-2825869-teaser-31090&ADID=SYND_STOCKTWITS_TWEET_2_2825869_TEASER_31090
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Latest News on HSY
The Hershey Company Rolls Out an Egg-cellent Easter Collection Fans Will Love

Feb 3, 2026, 10:00 AM EST - 1 day ago

The Hershey Company Rolls Out an Egg-cellent Easter Collection Fans Will Love

Hershey Announces 2026 Investor Day

Feb 2, 2026, 9:00 AM EST - 2 days ago

Hershey Announces 2026 Investor Day

Hot Take: Jolly Rancher Just Made Gummies Spicy

Jan 29, 2026, 10:00 AM EST - 6 days ago

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KRISPY KREME® Returns Fan Favorite Chocomania Collection, Featuring All-New Doughnuts Glazed with HERSHEY'S Chocolate

Jan 26, 2026, 1:14 PM EST - 9 days ago

KRISPY KREME® Returns Fan Favorite Chocomania Collection, Featuring All-New Doughnuts Glazed with HERSHEY'S Chocolate

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Jan 19, 2026, 3:41 AM EST - 16 days ago

Hershey: Dividend Stock On The Move (Technical Analysis)

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Humble Hershey's Gets a Marketing Makeover

Jan 15, 2026, 6:00 AM EST - 20 days ago

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Jan 7, 2026, 9:00 AM EST - 4 weeks ago

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Dec 1, 2025, 9:00 AM EST - 2 months ago

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Hershey's Kisses Celebrates 35 Years of Iconic 'Holiday Bells' Commercial on NBC's "Christmas in Rockefeller" Special

Nov 25, 2025, 9:33 AM EST - 2 months ago

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Hershey Completes Acquisition of LesserEvil, Expanding Consumer Choice

Nov 19, 2025, 8:35 AM EST - 2 months ago

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Hershey After The Cocoa Crash: Is A New Bull Case Forming? (Rating Upgrade)

Nov 18, 2025, 5:27 PM EST - 2 months ago

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Holiday Magic and Savings! Arrive at HERSHEY'S CHOCOLATE WORLD with a Ride Makeover and New Holiday Bundle

Nov 12, 2025, 9:00 AM EST - 3 months ago

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The Hershey Company Delivers Holiday Magic with New Treats and Timeless Favorites

Nov 6, 2025, 3:00 PM EST - 3 months ago

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Jim Cramer takes a bite out of Hershey's chart

Oct 31, 2025, 7:48 PM EDT - 3 months ago

Jim Cramer takes a bite out of Hershey's chart

Hershey has been struggling thanks to GLP-1s, says Jim Cramer

Oct 31, 2025, 7:20 PM EDT - 3 months ago

Hershey has been struggling thanks to GLP-1s, says Jim Cramer

Chocolate's reign over Halloween is under threat from inflation, tariffs and high cocoa prices

Oct 31, 2025, 7:30 AM EDT - 3 months ago

Chocolate's reign over Halloween is under threat from inflation, tariffs and high cocoa prices

MDLZ

US retailers lowering prices on Hershey's candy ahead of Halloween: report

Oct 30, 2025, 2:41 PM EDT - 3 months ago

US retailers lowering prices on Hershey's candy ahead of Halloween: report

Hershey Q3: Protecting Sales Amid Cocoa Price Volatility

Oct 30, 2025, 2:12 PM EDT - 3 months ago

Hershey Q3: Protecting Sales Amid Cocoa Price Volatility

The Hershey Company (HSY) Q3 2025 Earnings Call Transcript

Oct 30, 2025, 11:56 AM EDT - 3 months ago

The Hershey Company (HSY) Q3 2025 Earnings Call Transcript

Hershey's Halloween sales have disappointed, but there's hope for last-minute buying

Oct 30, 2025, 9:45 AM EDT - 3 months ago

Hershey's Halloween sales have disappointed, but there's hope for last-minute buying

Hershey Profit Falls as Cocoa Costs Rise

Oct 30, 2025, 7:21 AM EDT - 3 months ago

Hershey Profit Falls as Cocoa Costs Rise

Hershey Declares Quarterly Dividends

Oct 30, 2025, 7:00 AM EDT - 3 months ago

Hershey Declares Quarterly Dividends

Hershey Reports Third-Quarter 2025 Financial Results

Oct 30, 2025, 6:45 AM EDT - 3 months ago

Hershey Reports Third-Quarter 2025 Financial Results

US retailers discounting Hershey sweets to boost key Halloween sales

Oct 30, 2025, 6:09 AM EDT - 3 months ago

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Oct 9, 2025, 9:10 AM EDT - 4 months ago

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The Hershey Company Highlights New Products and Drives Retail Growth at 2025 NACS Show

Oct 9, 2025, 9:00 AM EDT - 4 months ago

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Hershey to Webcast Third-Quarter Conference Call

Oct 2, 2025, 9:00 AM EDT - 4 months ago

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Sep 22, 2025, 1:36 PM EDT - 4 months ago

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Sep 18, 2025, 9:00 AM EDT - 4 months ago

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Wall Street Turns Bullish on Hershey. Why the Stock Is in a Sweet Spot.

Sep 16, 2025, 1:00 PM EDT - 5 months ago

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Sep 4, 2025, 9:00 AM EDT - 5 months ago

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Sep 2, 2025, 1:18 AM EDT - 5 months ago

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The Hershey Company Appoints Natalie Rothman as Chief Human Resources Officer

Aug 18, 2025, 10:15 AM EDT - 6 months ago

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Aug 12, 2025, 9:00 AM EDT - 6 months ago

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Do Higher Prices Mean Lower Sales? Hershey Thinks It's Found the Sweet Spot

Jul 31, 2025, 5:01 PM EDT - 6 months ago

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Jul 30, 2025, 1:52 PM EDT - 6 months ago

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Jul 30, 2025, 1:02 PM EDT - 6 months ago

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Hershey CEO Michele Buck: Consumers have placed value on 'emotional wellbeing' our products deliver

Jul 30, 2025, 11:51 AM EDT - 6 months ago

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Strong Easter and Pre-Halloween Sales Boost Hershey Results, But Tariffs Loom

Jul 30, 2025, 10:16 AM EDT - 6 months ago

Strong Easter and Pre-Halloween Sales Boost Hershey Results, But Tariffs Loom

Lol_at_ur_bags
Lol_at_ur_bags Feb. 4 at 4:19 PM
$HSY
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SynthetixSigma
SynthetixSigma Feb. 4 at 11:22 AM
$HSY is the confectionery leader with pricing power; volume elasticity and supply chain investments are key.
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inspector_gadget86
inspector_gadget86 Feb. 3 at 2:57 PM
$HSY strong momentum ahead of its fourth-quarter earnings report scheduled for February 5, 2026
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inspector_gadget86
inspector_gadget86 Feb. 3 at 2:49 PM
$HSY a lot of selling and buying here
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softflow
softflow Feb. 3 at 1:18 PM
$HSY Tight range, if the level breaks, expect a trend confirmation with upside potential
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ZacksResearch
ZacksResearch Feb. 2 at 3:46 PM
Bullish on $HSY this earnings season? 🍫 Hershey, backed by strong brand equity and disciplined pricing, boasts a +0.78% Earnings ESP and a Zacks Rank #1. Add to that a trailing four-quarter earnings surprise of nearly 15%, and you've got potential for a sweet earnings beat. See why Hershey could shine this season 👉 https://www.zacks.com/stock/news/2826951/4-consumer-staple-picks-with-the-right-setup-to-top-earnings-estimates?cid=sm-stocktwits-2-2826951-body-31430&ADID=SYND_STOCKTWITS_TWEET_2_2826951_BODY_31430
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ZacksResearch
ZacksResearch Feb. 2 at 2:46 PM
Earnings setup alert in consumer staples — this group looks ready to deliver. 👀 $HSY, $EL, $CELH and $MNST are showing the right setup to beat earnings, with resilient demand holding up, pricing discipline protecting margins, and easing cost pressures supporting results. That combo matters going into prints. 💪 See the full earnings setup here 👉 https://www.zacks.com/stock/news/2826951/4-consumer-staple-picks-with-the-right-setup-to-top-earnings-estimates?cid=sm-stocktwits-2-2826951-teaser-31426&ADID=SYND_STOCKTWITS_TWEET_2_2826951_TEASER_31426
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Lol_at_ur_bags
Lol_at_ur_bags Feb. 2 at 8:19 AM
$HSY Whole market crashing but you $HSY will be just fine.
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LetsgoRandy
LetsgoRandy Feb. 1 at 12:22 AM
$SPY Going to be interesting trades next week with candy companies found to have unsafe levels of arsenic. $HSY $MDLZ $TR $NSRGY https://www.foxnews.com/food-drink/popular-childhood-candies-loaded-arsenic-what-you-need-know
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ZacksResearch
ZacksResearch Jan. 30 at 12:04 PM
$HSY heading into Q4 — steady demand, but margins under pressure 🍫⚠️ Hershey is set to report Q4 with its top line supported by solid demand, pricing, and brand strength, while the bottom line is expected to reflect ongoing cost and investment burdens. See what to expect from HSY’s Q4 earnings 👉 https://www.zacks.com/stock/news/2825869/hersheys-q4-earnings-on-deck-what-to-expect-from-hsy-stock?cid=sm-stocktwits-2-2825869-teaser-31090&ADID=SYND_STOCKTWITS_TWEET_2_2825869_TEASER_31090
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ZacksResearch
ZacksResearch Jan. 30 at 11:04 AM
$HSY set for a sweet Q4 2025 surprise? 🍫 Despite a projected decline of almost 48% from the figure reported in the year-ago quarter, Hershey's strong brand momentum, innovation, and strategic price hikes are expected to drive 3.6% revenue growth. Plus, with a Zacks Rank #2 and +1.66% Earnings ESP, an earnings beat looks promising. Discover the full insights here 👉 https://www.zacks.com/stock/news/2825869/hersheys-q4-earnings-on-deck-what-to-expect-from-hsy-stock?cid=sm-stocktwits-2-2825869-body-31089&ADID=SYND_STOCKTWITS_TWEET_2_2825869_BODY_31089
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ScrubOG8
ScrubOG8 Jan. 28 at 2:26 AM
$DNUT with $HSY https://www.bakemag.com/articles/21188-krispy-kreme-brings-back-chocomania-collection-featuring-doughnuts-glazed-with-hersheys-chocolate
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Lol_at_ur_bags
Lol_at_ur_bags Jan. 26 at 2:53 PM
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victorgn
victorgn Jan. 25 at 12:35 AM
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SuperGreenToday
SuperGreenToday Jan. 24 at 2:40 PM
$HSY Share Price: $191.19 Contract Selected: Feb 20, 2026 $190 Calls Buy Zone: $4.93 – $6.09 Target Zone: $8.02 – $9.80 Potential Upside: 54% ROI Time to Expiration: 26 Days | Updates via https://fxcapta.com/stockinfo/
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OfficialStocktwitsUser
OfficialStocktwitsUser Jan. 23 at 2:17 AM
$HSY RSI: 61.41, MACD: 3.5680 Vol: 7.54, MA20: 188.20, MA50: 184.84 🔴 SELL - Downtrend 👉 https://quantumstockalerts.com Disclaimer: I am not a financial advisor. This post reflects personal analysis and opinions only. Please do your own research before investing or trading.
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asjos77
asjos77 Jan. 22 at 3:24 PM
$HSY cocoa prices are down 61% year/year and still dropping, should see more earnings estimate revisions from analysts with target price hikes. This combined with consumer staples back in favor looking good!
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TheLongVol
TheLongVol Jan. 20 at 8:25 PM
BofA FMS Survey. Energy and staples are still underweight. $HRL $CELH $HSY all flat to higher today as Mag 7 gets hit. Flows are/have been shifting. Follow LongVolReport.com for more
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Lol_at_ur_bags
Lol_at_ur_bags Jan. 20 at 7:46 PM
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John_Porkkk
John_Porkkk Jan. 17 at 9:08 PM
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Lol_at_ur_bags
Lol_at_ur_bags Jan. 16 at 6:54 PM
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AStrokeOfLuck
AStrokeOfLuck Jan. 16 at 2:36 PM
$HSY
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