Hershey Co
$ 182.23
-0.43%
07 Aug - close price
- Market Cap 36,773,417,000 USD
- Current Price $ 182.23
- High / Low $ 184.09 / 181.50
- Stock P/E 24.50
- Book Value 22.86
- EPS 7.47
- Next Earning Report -
- Dividend Per Share $5.64
- Dividend Yield 3.14 %
- Next Dividend Date 2026-09-15
- ROA 0.10 %
- ROE 0.33 %
- 52 Week High 237.65
- 52 Week Low 157.94
About
The Hershey Company, commonly known as Hershey's, is an American multinational company and one of the largest chocolate manufacturers in the world. It also manufactures baked products, such as cookies and cakes, and sells beverages like milkshakes, and many more that are produced globally. Its headquarters are in Hershey, Pennsylvania.
Analyst Target Price
$206.43
Quarterly Earnings
| Jun 2026 | Mar 2026 | Dec 2025 | Sep 2025 | Jun 2025 | Mar 2025 | Dec 2024 | Sep 2024 | Jun 2024 | Mar 2024 | Dec 2023 | Sep 2023 | |
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| Reported Date | 2026-07-30 | 2026-04-30 | 2026-02-05 | 2025-10-30 | 2025-07-30 | 2025-05-01 | 2025-02-06 | 2024-11-07 | 2024-08-01 | 2024-05-03 | 2024-02-08 | 2023-10-26 |
| Reported EPS | 1.9 | 2.35 | 1.71 | 1.3 | 1.21 | 2.09 | 2.69 | 2.34 | 1.27 | 3.07 | 2.02 | 2.6 |
| Estimated EPS | 1.45 | 2.05 | 1.4 | 1.06 | 1 | 1.93 | 2.38 | 2.55 | 1.45 | 2.76 | 1.96 | 2.45 |
| Surprise | 0.45 | 0.3 | 0.31 | 0.24 | 0.21 | 0.16 | 0.31 | -0.21 | -0.18 | 0.31 | 0.06 | 0.15 |
| Surprise Percentage | 31.0345% | 14.6341% | 22.1429% | 22.6415% | 21% | 8.2902% | 13.0252% | -8.2353% | -12.4138% | 11.2319% | 3.0612% | 6.1224% |
Next Quarterly Earnings
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Previous Dividend Records
| Sep 2026 | Jun 2026 | Mar 2026 | Dec 2025 | Sep 2025 | Jun 2025 | Mar 2025 | Dec 2024 | Sep 2024 | Jun 2024 | |
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| Payment Date | 2026-09-15 | 2026-06-15 | 2026-03-16 | 2025-12-15 | 2025-09-15 | 2025-06-16 | 2025-03-14 | 2024-12-16 | 2024-09-16 | 2024-06-14 |
| Amount | $1.452 | $1.452 | $1.452 | $1.37 | $1.37 | $1.37 | $1.37 | $1.37 | $1.37 | $1.37 |
Next Dividend Records
| Dividend per share (year): | $5.64 |
| Dividend Yield | 3.14% |
| Next Dividend Date | 2026-09-15 |
| Ex-Dividend Date | 2026-08-14 |
Recent News: HSY
2026-08-08 13:00:02
The article argues that Sour Strips are Hershey's best non-chocolate candy, surpassing more traditional brands like Jolly Ranchers or Twizzlers. Acquired by Hershey's in 2024 for $75.5 million, Sour Strips were created by YouTuber Maxx Chewning and gained rapid popularity for their intense sourness and soft texture. Fans and online commentators consistently praise Sour Strips for their unique flavor and quality compared to other sour candies.
2026-08-08 09:37:58
Janus Henderson Group PLC significantly increased its stake in The Hershey Company (HSY) by 72.7% in the first quarter, bringing its total holdings to 18,986 shares valued at approximately $3.95 million. Hershey reported strong Q1 earnings, with EPS of $1.90 and revenue of $2.79 billion, exceeding analyst estimates, and reaffirmed its fiscal 2026 EPS guidance. The company also declared a quarterly dividend of $1.452, while analysts maintain a consensus "Hold" rating with a $203.61 price target.
2026-08-08 08:37:58
The average 12-month price target for The Hershey Company (HSY) stock has been lowered by analysts from $205.63 to $203.83, still implying a 12% potential upside from its Aug. 7 closing price. The consensus rating for HSY remains a "Buy" among 25 analysts, with a breakdown of 8 Buys, 16 Holds, and 1 Sell.
2026-08-08 02:41:33
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2026-08-08 01:09:53
This article provides an earnings forecast for Forafric Global PLC (AFRI), detailing its future EPS and revenue growth estimates. It includes current stock information, market capitalization, and links to various financial data sections such as news, financials, stock score, technical analysis, forecast, ownership, and dividends. The article also lists peer companies in the Food & Tobacco sector with their respective analyst ratings.
2026-08-07 11:38:14
Hershey is expanding its partnership with Publicis by transitioning its international media responsibilities to the agency, effective January 1, 2027. This decision follows an evaluation of Hershey's global media ecosystem and aims to strengthen marketing capabilities for long-term growth in international markets. Publicis's global scale, data and AI capabilities, and connected model are expected to enhance media effectiveness and consumer engagement.
