HSY The Hershey Company

Hershey (HSY) reached $161.41 at the closing of the latest trading day, reflecting a -1.82% change compared to its last close.

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Hershey ramps up brand investment, innovation and seasonal programs in the second half of 2026 to support demand from value-focused consumers.

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Both Hershey and Mondelez buy the same cocoa, face the same cost squeeze, and just beat earnings four quarters in a row, yet investors are treating them like completely different assets in 2026. The dividend that survives this commodity cycle may surprise you.

Hershey has witnessed two World Wars, the Great Depression and two dozen U.S. presidents, but things like Reese's Oreo are still brand new.

Hershey is entering a new era of growth by reimagining a 130-year-old legacy for the next generation of snackers. Chief Growth and Marketing Officer Stacy Taffet goes Inside the ICE House to discuss how the company balances bold innovation with the tried-and-true brands consumers grew up loving. She explores how AI-powered insights, premiumization, and category expansion are reshaping Hershey's portfolio. Taffet also breaks down the outsized importance of Halloween and how brand storytelling, consumer curiosity, and a willingness to refresh iconic products will drive Hershey's next chapter.

Both P&G and Hershey have paid dividends for decades, but one of them proved dangerously vulnerable when a single commodity turned against it, and that difference matters enormously for any retiree counting on steady income growth.

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Milton Hershey School Trust maintains substantial voting power through 54.6 million convertible Class B shares despite the modest equity reduction.

Let’s dig into the relative performance of Hershey (NYSE:HSY) and its peers as we unravel the now-completed Q2 shelf-stable food earnings season.

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Hershey (HSY) concluded the recent trading session at $168.33, signifying a -1.44% move from its prior day's close.

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General Mills (NYSE:GIS) is set to report its earnings on Tuesday, September 23, 2026. The company has $19 billion in current market capitalization. Revenue over the last twelve months was $18 billion, and it was operationally profitable with $2.7 billion in operating profits. While a lot will depend on how results stack up against consensus and expectations, understanding historical patterns might just turn the odds in your favor if you are an event-driven trader.

Hershey froze its quarterly dividend for five straight cycles, and shareholders who only watched the yield number missed the warning buried in the income statement. Now that the payment is moving again, the real question is whether this resumption signals a genuine turn or just a temporary reprieve.

“There’s Magic in More” is the largest U.S. campaign for the brand to date and includes a multichannel media buy and New York Fashion Week activation.

The latest trading day saw Hershey (HSY) settling at $174.34, representing a +1.25% change from its previous close.

Hershey has underperformed the Dow over the past year, but analysts are cautiously optimistic about the stock’s prospects.

Hershey's salty snacks demand outpaces supply, with automation helping now and added capacity expected in 2027.

PepsiCo's snack momentum is building on international demand, innovation and affordability, with global convenient foods organic volume rising 3% in Q2.

Hershey (HSY) closed the most recent trading day at $173.15, moving 1.09% from the previous trading session.

Market Catalysts host Julie Hyman uses the AlphaSpace platform to take a closer look at one of Thursday's trending stories: Campbell's (CPB) reporting its fourth consecutive drop in quarterly sales.

Dave Hulays is taking the candy and snack giant's finance reins from Steven E. Voskuil, who served as CFO for seven years.

United Natural Foods faces fourth-quarter sales pressure from network optimization, while natural-product demand and productivity may support results.

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Hershey's pricing drives organic sales growth, but steep volume declines and elasticity remain key tests as the company enters the second half.

Hershey (NYSE: HSY) has introduced new Creme Bars in Salted Caramel and Affogato flavors, supported by a celebrity campaign featuring global girl group KATSEYE. The launch includes experiential sampling events aimed at giving consumers a first taste of the Creme Bars in real world settings. Hershey has also partnered with The Nitro Bar to create a Reese's Pumpkins PB Whip Latte that brings its candy brand into a specialty coffee format. For readers interested in more companies pursuing...

As the confectionery maker invests in brands to build on recent growth, its flagship label teamed with a chart-topping pop group to support a new product.

As cocoa prices continue to rebound, Hershey is confident it can keep consumers buying chocolate.

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Hershey's Q2 margins rebounded on pricing, lower commodity costs and productivity, but falling volumes and higher logistics costs test durability.

Hershey's earnings and margins rebounded on pricing, lower commodity costs and productivity, but weak volumes and a premium valuation temper the case.

From strawberry milkshake to chicken and waffles, Mondelēz International is attracting new consumers and keeping its 114-year-old brand relevant with the launch of “playful” flavors.

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Investing.com -- Hershey and Mondelez are more likely to expand partnerships in international markets than pursue a full-scale merger in the near term, Bernstein said, pointing to the success of their recent Reese’s and Oreo product collaborations.

Hershey (HSY) faces continued market share pressure, as Mars and other competitors are winning on th

Hershey (HSY) could struggle to show a near-term positive inflection as investors shift focus to mar

Large-cap stocks are known for their staying power and ability to weather market storms better than smaller competitors. However, their sheer size makes it more challenging to maintain high growth rates as they’ve already captured significant portions of their markets.

Hershey stock has gained 22.0% over the past five years, and today there is a clear split between valuation tools. The Discounted Cash Flow (DCF) intrinsic value estimate points to meaningful upside from the current US$188.31 share price, while earnings based multiples lean expensive and the broader checks also flag caution. Over the last 5 years Hershey has returned 22.0%, which is a steady outcome rather than a runaway success story for long term holders. Hershey’s push to broaden its...

Earlier this month, The Hershey Company launched its largest and most diverse Halloween portfolio yet, adding over 20 new chocolate, candy and salty snack products, including SkinnyPop, Pirate’s Booty and LesserEvil items, to cover the season from early “Summerween” through October celebrations. The move highlights how Hershey is using consumer data and AI-accelerated product development to broaden beyond chocolate into fruity, sour and better-for-you snacks across the extended Halloween...

Hershey (HSY) is expanding its Halloween reach with more than 20 new seasonal products across chocolate, sweets and salty snacks, including SkinnyPop, Pirate's Booty and LesserEvil, supported by AI driven product development. See our latest analysis for Hershey. Hershey shares have recently picked up momentum, with a 1-month share price return of 9.95% and a 7.10% total shareholder return over the past year. This suggests investors are reacting positively to product expansion and perceived...

Mondelez beat Q2 sales and earnings estimates and raised its 2026 organic growth outlook, but margin pressure keeps earnings conversion in focus.

Mondelez's growth is broadening as North America rebounds and Emerging Markets stay firm, but Europe, chocolate weakness and rich valuation cloud the case.

The chocolate maker says its Zero Sugar candy business has grown more than 4 times over the past five years as health-conscious eating rises

The sale reduced Jennifer McCalman's direct equity stake by 17%, with a remaining stake worth $656,310.