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The Hershey Company (HSY)
NYSE:HSY
HSY Stock Chart & Stats
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range$140.13 - $211.92
Previous CloseN/A
Volume693.34K
Average Volume (3M)2.07M
Market Cap
$33.32B
Enterprise Value$39.18B
Total Cash (Recent Filing)$730.75M
Total Debt (Recent Filing)$5.45B
Price to Earnings (P/E)15.1
Beta0.10
Next Earnings
Apr 24, 2025EPS Estimate
1.99Last Dividend Ex-Date
Feb 14, 2025Dividend Yield3.33%
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)10.90
Shares Outstanding147,949,460
10 Day Avg. Volume1,907,460
30 Day Avg. Volume2,068,279
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio0.75
Price to Book (P/B)N/A
Price to Sales (P/S)2.97
Price to Cash Flow (P/CF)8.80
P/FCF Ratio8.40
Enterprise Value/Market Cap1.18
Enterprise Value/RevenueN/A
Enterprise Value/Gross Profit7.39
Enterprise Value/Ebitda12.31
Forecast
1Y Price Target
$157.24Price Target Upside-5.95% Downside
Rating ConsensusHold
Number of Analyst Covering18
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Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Cost ManagementThe company has good visibility into cocoa costs and physical supply, which could provide stability in the future.
Earnings PotentialThere is potential for earnings growth in 2026 with aggressive remediation in place, and a higher multiple is more in line with HSY’s historical average.
Bears Say
Cost PressuresCocoa cost inflation is expected to hit significantly in the second half of 2025, requiring substantial pricing adjustments to maintain EPS growth.
Financial PerformanceThe EPS outlook for 2025 is far below Street expectations, indicating potential challenges for the company.
Market ValuationThe FY25 guidance suggests a high valuation premium compared to peers, which may indicate overvaluation risks.
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Ownership Overview
0.47% Insiders
27.50% Mutual Funds
22.49% Other Institutional Investors
21.33% Public Companies and
Individual Investors
Risk Analysis
Main Risk Category
ProductionRisks related to the company’s ability to manufacture goods and services
Website Traffic
The estimated number of people who visited one or more of the websites owned by The Hershey Company
Desktop Users
Mobile Users
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 $211.92 in the past 12 months.
What is The Hershey Company’s market cap?
The Hershey Company’s market cap is $33.32B.
When is The Hershey Company’s upcoming earnings report date?
The Hershey Company’s upcoming earnings report date is Apr 24, 2025 which is in 32 days.
How were The Hershey Company’s earnings last quarter?
The Hershey Company released its earnings results on Feb 06, 2025. The company reported $2.69 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of $2.37 by $0.32.
Is The Hershey Company overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts The Hershey Company’s price is currently Overvalued.
Does The Hershey Company pay dividends?
The Hershey Company pays a Quarterly dividend of $1.37 which represents an annual dividend yield of 3.33%. See more information on The Hershey Company dividends here
What is The Hershey Company’s EPS estimate?
The Hershey Company’s EPS estimate is 1.99.
How many shares outstanding does The Hershey Company have?
The Hershey Company has 147,949,460 shares outstanding.
What happened to The Hershey Company’s price movement after its last earnings report?
The Hershey Company reported an EPS of $2.69 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of $2.37. Following the earnings report the stock price went up 4.396%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of The Hershey Company?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in HSY
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The Hershey Company Stock Smart Score
Neutral
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Analyst Consensus
Hold
Average Price Target:
$157.24 (-5.95% Downside)
$157.24 (-5.95% Downside)
Blogger Sentiment
Bullish
HSY Sentiment 68%
Sector Average 70%
Sector Average 70%
Hedge Fund Trend
Decreased
By 54.7K Shares
Last Quarter.
Last Quarter.
Crowd Wisdom
Very Negative
Last 7 Days ▲ 0.3%
Last 30 Days ▼ 4.0%
Last 30 Days ▼ 4.0%
News Sentiment
Neutral
Bullish news 50%
Bearish news 50%
Bearish news 50%
Technicals
SMA
Negative
20 days / 200 days
Momentum
-13.54%
12-Months-Change
Fundamentals
Return on Equity
50.40%
Trailing 12-Months
Asset Growth
8.77%
Trailing 12-Months
Company Description
The Hershey Company
Pennsylvania-based The Hershey Co. is one of the largest chocolate manufacturers in the world. The company manufactures and markets chocolate and sugar confectionery products such as cookies, cakes, milkshakes, drinks, and many more that are produced globally. Its brands include Hershey's, Reese's, and Kisses. The company operates through two geographical segments: North America and International and Other.
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HSY Earnings Call
Q4 2025
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Earnings Call Sentiment|Neutral
The earnings call presented a mixed picture. While there were positive developments in international markets and innovation in the sweets segment, significant challenges remain with cocoa pricing, gross margin pressure, and competitive activities in international markets. The sentiment is cautious with a focus on managing commodity risks and maintaining market share.Read More>---
HSY Net sales Breakdown
81.40% North America Confectionery
10.14% North America Salty Snacks
8.46% International
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HSY Stock 12 Month Forecast
Average Price Target
$157.24
▼(-5.95% Downside)
Technical Analysis
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Best Analysts Covering HSY
1 Year
1 Year Success Rate
8/10 ratings generated profit
1 Year Average Return
+14.83%
reiterated a sell rating 27 days ago
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