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

NYSE:HSY • US4278661081

217.375 USD
-3.75 (-1.7%)
Last: Feb 17, 2026, 03:37 PM

HSY Key Statistics, Chart & Performance

Key Statistics
Market Cap44.08B
Revenue(TTM)11.69B
Net Income(TTM)1.36B
Shares202.79M
Float147.57M
52 Week High234.87
52 Week Low150.04
Yearly Dividend5.33
Dividend Yield2.57%
EPS(TTM)6.31
PE34.45
Fwd PE30.11
Earnings (Next)04-29
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 0 5 10 15 20 25

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 10 20 30 40

The current stock price of HSY is 217.375 USD. In the past month the price increased by 10.7%. In the past year, price increased by 40.98%.

HERSHEY CO/THE / HSY Daily stock chart

HSY Technical Analysis

ChartMill assigns a technical rating of 10 / 10 to HSY. When comparing the yearly performance of all stocks, HSY is one of the better performing stocks in the market, outperforming 87.55% of all stocks.


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HSY Fundamental Analysis

ChartMill assigns a fundamental rating of 5 / 10 to HSY. HSY has an excellent profitability rating, but there are some minor concerns on its financial health.


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HSY Financial Highlights

Over the last trailing twelve months HSY reported a non-GAAP Earnings per Share(EPS) of 6.31. The EPS decreased by -32.66% 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%-36.43%
Sales Q2Q%7.05%
EPS 1Y (TTM)-32.66%
Revenue 1Y (TTM)4.38%
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HSY Forecast & Estimates

29 analysts have analysed HSY and the average price target is 201.58 USD. This implies a price decrease of -7.27% is expected in the next year compared to the current price of 217.375.

For the next year, analysts expect an EPS growth of 14.4% and a revenue growth 3.68% for HSY


Analysts
Analysts67.59
Price Target201.58 (-7.27%)
EPS Next Y14.4%
Revenue Next Year3.68%
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HSY Ownership

Ownership
Inst Owners89.13%
Ins Owners0.19%
Short Float %6.24%
Short Ratio4.83
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HSY Competitors/Peers

The largest stocks on the US markets in the "Packaged Foods & Meats" sub-industry
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SymbolCompany NameTechnical RatingFundamental RatingFPEMarket Cap
MDLZ MONDELEZ INTERNATIONAL INC-A18.6380.231B
KHC KRAFT HEINZ CO/THE9.3229.357B
GIS GENERAL MILLS INC11.8325.793B
TSN TYSON FOODS INC-CL A14.5122.512B
MKC.V MCCORMICK & CO INC VTG COM21.8619.301B
MKC MCCORMICK & CO-NON VTG SHRS21.9519.191B
HRL HORMEL FOODS CORP15.7513.082B
SJM JM SMUCKER CO/THE10.6611.792B
PPC PILGRIM'S PRIDE CORP9.9610.291B

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, LesserEvil, 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: 13026587581

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, LesserEvil, Shaq-a-licious alongside salty snacks, including SkinnyPop and Dot's Homestyle Pretzels.


Can you provide the latest stock price for HERSHEY CO/THE?

The current stock price of HSY is 217.375 USD. The price decreased by -1.7% in the last trading session.


Does HSY stock pay dividends?

HERSHEY CO/THE (HSY) has a dividend yield of 2.57%. The yearly dividend amount is currently 5.33.


What is the ChartMill technical and fundamental rating of HSY stock?

HSY has a ChartMill Technical rating of 10 out of 10 and a ChartMill Fundamental rating of 5 out of 10.


Can you provide the PE ratio for HSY stock?

The PE ratio for HERSHEY CO/THE (HSY) is 34.45. This is based on the reported non-GAAP earnings per share of 6.31 and the current share price of 217.375 USD.


Can you provide the upcoming dividend date for HERSHEY CO/THE?

The next ex-dividend date for HERSHEY CO/THE (HSY) is November 17, 2025.


What is the expected growth for HSY stock?

The Revenue of HERSHEY CO/THE (HSY) is expected to grow by 3.68% in the next year. Check the estimates tab for more information on the EPS, Sales, EBIT and EBITDA future analyst estimates.