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HERSHEY CO/THE (HSY) Stock Price, Forecast & Analysis

USA - New York Stock Exchange - NYSE:HSY - US4278661081 - Common Stock

188.08 USD
-0.12 (-0.06%)
Last: 11/28/2025, 7:37:11 PM
188.08 USD
0 (0%)
After Hours: 11/28/2025, 7:37:11 PM

HSY Key Statistics, Chart & Performance

Key Statistics
Market Cap38.14B
Revenue(TTM)11.49B
Net Income(TTM)1.36B
Shares202.79M
Float147.54M
52 Week High208.03
52 Week Low140.13
Yearly Dividend5.33
Dividend Yield2.91%
EPS(TTM)7.29
PE25.8
Fwd PE27.25
Earnings (Next)02-04 2026-02-04/amc
IPO1927-12-01
Sector
GICS SectorConsumer Staples
GICS IndustryFood Products
GICS IndustryGroupFood, Beverage & Tobacco
GICS SubIndustryPackaged Foods & Meats


HSY short term performance overview.The bars show the price performance of HSY in the last week, last 2 weeks, last month, last 3 and 6 months. 1 week 2 week 1 month 3 months 6 months 5 10 15

HSY long term performance overview.The bars show the price performance of HSY in the last 1, 2 and 3 years. 1 year 2 years 3 years 0 5 -5 -10 -15 -20

The current stock price of HSY is 188.08 USD. In the past month the price increased by 9.89%. In the past year, price increased by 6.78%.

HERSHEY CO/THE / HSY Daily stock chart

HSY Latest News, Press Relases and Analysis

HSY Competitors/Peers

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SJM JM SMUCKER CO/THE 11.68 11.11B
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CAG CONAGRA BRANDS INC 8.26 8.54B

About HSY

Company Profile

HSY logo image The Hershey Co. engages in the manufacture and marketing of chocolate, sweets, mints and confectionery products. The company is headquartered in Hershey, Pennsylvania and currently employs 18,540 full-time employees. The firm's segments include North America Confectionery, North America Salty Snacks and International. The North America Confectionery segment is responsible for its traditional chocolate and non-chocolate confectionery market position in the United States and Canada. This includes its business in chocolate and non-chocolate confectionery, gum and refreshment products, protein bars, spreads, snack bites and mixes, as well as pantry and food service lines. This segment also includes its retail operations. The North America Salty Snacks segment is responsible for its salty snacking products in the United States. This includes ready-to-eat popcorn, baked and trans fat free snacks, pretzels and other snacks. The firm's portfolio includes chocolate and confectionery brands such as Hershey's, Reese's, Kisses, Kit Kat, Jolly Rancher, Ice Breakers, Shaq-a-licious alongside salty snacks including SkinnyPop and Dot's Homestyle Pretzels.

Company Info

HERSHEY CO/THE

19 East Chocolate Avenue, External Rptg & Compliance

Hershey PENNSYLVANIA 17033 US

CEO: Michele G. Buck

Employees: 18540

HSY Company Website

HSY Investor Relations

Phone: 17175344200

HERSHEY CO/THE / HSY FAQ

What does HSY do?

The Hershey Co. engages in the manufacture and marketing of chocolate, sweets, mints and confectionery products. The company is headquartered in Hershey, Pennsylvania and currently employs 18,540 full-time employees. The firm's segments include North America Confectionery, North America Salty Snacks and International. The North America Confectionery segment is responsible for its traditional chocolate and non-chocolate confectionery market position in the United States and Canada. This includes its business in chocolate and non-chocolate confectionery, gum and refreshment products, protein bars, spreads, snack bites and mixes, as well as pantry and food service lines. This segment also includes its retail operations. The North America Salty Snacks segment is responsible for its salty snacking products in the United States. This includes ready-to-eat popcorn, baked and trans fat free snacks, pretzels and other snacks. The firm's portfolio includes chocolate and confectionery brands such as Hershey's, Reese's, Kisses, Kit Kat, Jolly Rancher, Ice Breakers, Shaq-a-licious alongside salty snacks including SkinnyPop and Dot's Homestyle Pretzels.


What is the stock price of HERSHEY CO/THE today?

The current stock price of HSY is 188.08 USD. The price decreased by -0.06% in the last trading session.


Does HSY stock pay dividends?

HERSHEY CO/THE (HSY) has a dividend yield of 2.91%. The yearly dividend amount is currently 5.33.


What is the ChartMill rating of HERSHEY CO/THE stock?

HSY has a ChartMill Technical rating of 6 out of 10 and a ChartMill Fundamental rating of 6 out of 10.


Which stock exchange lists HSY stock?

HSY stock is listed on the New York Stock Exchange exchange.


What is the analyst forecast for HSY stock?

28 analysts have analysed HSY and the average price target is 191.2 USD. This implies a price increase of 1.66% is expected in the next year compared to the current price of 188.08.


What is the next earnings date for HSY stock?

HERSHEY CO/THE (HSY) will report earnings on 2026-02-04, after the market close.


HSY Technical Analysis

ChartMill assigns a technical rating of 6 / 10 to HSY. When comparing the yearly performance of all stocks, HSY turns out to be only a medium performer in the overall market: it outperformed 61.77% of all stocks.


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HSY Fundamental Analysis

ChartMill assigns a fundamental rating of 6 / 10 to HSY. HSY has an excellent profitability rating, but there are some minor concerns on its financial health.


Chartmill FA Analysis
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HSY Financial Highlights

Over the last trailing twelve months HSY reported a non-GAAP Earnings per Share(EPS) of 7.29. The EPS decreased by -16.21% compared to the year before.


Industry RankSector Rank
PM (TTM) 11.84%
ROA 10.01%
ROE 29.79%
Debt/Equity 1.07
Chartmill High Growth Momentum
EPS Q2Q%-44.44%
Sales Q2Q%6.49%
EPS 1Y (TTM)-16.21%
Revenue 1Y (TTM)4.71%

HSY Forecast & Estimates

28 analysts have analysed HSY and the average price target is 191.2 USD. This implies a price increase of 1.66% is expected in the next year compared to the current price of 188.08.

For the next year, analysts expect an EPS growth of -35.65% and a revenue growth 3.42% for HSY


Analysts
Analysts65.71
Price Target191.2 (1.66%)
EPS Next Y-35.65%
Revenue Next Year3.42%

HSY Ownership

Ownership
Inst Owners92.52%
Ins Owners0.2%
Short Float %4.9%
Short Ratio4.3