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The Hershey Company (HSY) Stock

The Hershey Company Stock Details, Movements and Public Alerts

Stock Details

The Hershey Company (HSY), a prominent company in the manufacturing sector within the sugar & confectionery products industry, is based in USA and primarily trades on the NYSE.Currently, the stock is trading at $189.00. Over the past 52 weeks, it has ranged between $137.77 and $204.53. This places the current price at 92.4% of its 52-week high and 37.2% above its 52-week low. The 14-day Relative Strength Index (RSI) stands at 68.07, suggesting neutral conditions. The stock is currently trading above its 50-day moving average of $168.00 by 12.50%. Similarly, it is above its 200-day moving average of $167.38 by 12.92%. The MACD histogram is 1.72, indicating bullish momentum (MACD Line: 4.73, Signal Line: 3.01). The International Securities Identification Number (ISIN) for this stock is US4278661081. There are currently 2 active alerts set for HSY by users.

Market Cap

$33.83B

52-Week High

$204.53

-7.59% from high

52-Week Low

$137.77

+37.19% from low

Avg Daily Volume

1,760,377

100-day average

Fundamentals

Valuation Metrics

P/E Ratio (TTM)

20.54

Near market average

Forward P/E

28.17

Earnings expected to decline

PEG Ratio

46.93

Potentially overvalued

Price to Book

7.22

EV/EBITDA

15.68

EPS (TTM)

$8.13

Price to Sales

3.15

Beta

0.28

Less volatile than market

How is HSY valued relative to its earnings and growth?
The Hershey Company trades at a P/E ratio of 20.54, which is near the market average of approximately 20, suggesting the market views it as fairly valued relative to its earnings. Looking ahead, the forward P/E of 28.17 is higher than the current P/E, indicating analysts expect earnings to decline over the next year. The PEG ratio of 46.93 indicates a premium valuation even accounting for growth.
What is HSY's risk profile compared to the market?
With a beta of 0.28, The Hershey Company is less volatile than the overall market. This means when the market moves up or down by 10%, this stock typically moves less than 10% in the same direction. Lower beta stocks are often preferred by conservative investors seeking stability. The price-to-book ratio of 7.22 shows investors value the company above its book value, which often reflects intangible assets or growth prospects.

Performance & Growth

Profit Margin

15.30%

Operating Margin

13.90%

Return on Equity

37.50%

Return on Assets

11.00%

Revenue Growth (YoY)

-13.80%

Earnings Growth (YoY)

-71.70%

How profitable and efficient is HSY's business model?
The Hershey Company achieves a profit margin of 15.30%, meaning it retains $15.30 from every $100 in revenue after all expenses. This is an impressive margin, indicating strong pricing power and efficient cost management that allows the company to generate substantial profits. The operating margin of 13.90% reveals how efficiently the company runs its core business operations before interest and taxes. With ROE at 37.50% and ROA at 11.00%, the company generates strong returns on invested capital.
What are HSY's recent growth trends?
The Hershey Company's revenue declined by 13.80% year-over-year, indicating challenges in maintaining sales momentum. This contraction may reflect market headwinds, competitive pressures, or strategic transitions. Earnings decreased by 71.70% year-over-year, reflecting the bottom-line impact of business performance. These growth metrics should be evaluated against SUGAR & CONFECTIONERY PRODUCTS industry averages for proper context.

Dividend Information

Dividend Per Share

$5.48

Dividend Yield

3.28%

Ex-Dividend Date

5/16/2025

Dividend Date

6/16/2025

What dividend income can investors expect from HSY?
The Hershey Company offers a dividend yield of 3.28%, paying $5.48 per share annually. This above-average yield of 2-4% provides meaningful income while still allowing the company to reinvest for growth. It compares favorably to the S&P 500 average and offers competitive returns versus bonds in the current rate environment. To receive the next dividend, shares must be purchased before the ex-dividend date of 5/16/2025.
How reliable is HSY's dividend for long-term investors?
The dividend sustainability can be assessed through the payout ratio - The Hershey Company pays $5.48 per share in dividends against earnings of $8.13 per share, resulting in a payout ratio of 67.40%. This high payout ratio of 60-90% leaves limited earnings for reinvestment. While currently sustainable, there's less buffer for dividend growth or protection during earnings downturns. The next dividend payment is scheduled for 6/16/2025.

Company Size & Market

Shares Outstanding

147.99M

Book Value/Share

$23.12

Asset Type

Common Stock

What is HSY's market capitalization and position?
The Hershey Company has a market capitalization of $33.83B, classifying it as a large-cap stock ($10B-$200B). Large-caps are typically industry leaders with established business models, offering a balance of stability and growth potential. They often provide dividend income and are core holdings in institutional portfolios. With 147.99M shares outstanding, the company's ownership is relatively concentrated. As a participant in the SUGAR & CONFECTIONERY PRODUCTS industry, it competes with other firms in this sector.
How does HSY's price compare to its book value?
The Hershey Company's book value per share is $23.12, while the current stock price is $189.00, resulting in a price-to-book (P/B) ratio of 8.17. This high P/B ratio indicates significant intangible assets, strong brand value, or high growth expectations. Technology and consumer brand companies often trade at elevated P/B ratios due to intellectual property and competitive advantages not reflected on the balance sheet. As a common stock, this represents equity ownership with voting rights.

Analyst Ratings

Analyst Target Price

$165.05

12.67% downside potential

Analyst Recommendations

Strong Buy

1

Buy

3

Hold

17

Sell

2

Strong Sell

2

How reliable are analyst predictions for HSY?
25 analysts cover HSY with 16% recommending buy/strong buy ratings. Analyst predictions have mixed reliability - studies show consensus rarely beats market returns consistently. The bearish sentiment could create opportunity if analysts are wrong. The consensus target of $165.05 implies -12.7% downside, but targets are often adjusted to follow price moves rather than predict them.
What is the Wall Street consensus on HSY?
Current analyst recommendations:1 Strong Buy, 3 Buy, 17 Hold, 2 Sell, 2 Strong Sell. The neutral stance suggests uncertainty or fair valuation at current levels.Remember that analyst opinions often lag price movements and can be influenced by investment banking relationships.

Fundamentals last updated: Jul 1, 2025, 04:47 AM

Earnings Dates

Upcoming Earnings

Q2

Jul 30, 2025

Est. EPS: $1.00

Today

Recent Earnings History

DateQuarterEstimated EPSActual EPSSurprise
May 1, 2025Q1$1.93$2.09+8.3%
Feb 6, 2025Q4$2.38$2.69+13.0%
Nov 7, 2024Q3$2.55$2.34-8.2%
Aug 1, 2024Q2$1.45$1.27-12.4%
May 3, 2024Q1$2.76$3.07+11.2%
Feb 8, 2024Q4$1.96$2.02+3.1%
Oct 26, 2023Q3$2.45$2.60+6.1%
Jul 27, 2023Q2$1.91$2.01+5.2%

Technical Indicators

RSI (14-day)

68.07

Neutral

50-Day Moving Average

$168.00

12.50% above MA-50

200-Day Moving Average

$167.38

12.92% above MA-200

MACD Line

4.73

MACD Signal

3.01

MACD Histogram

1.72

Bullish

What does HSY's RSI value tell investors?
The RSI (Relative Strength Index) for HSY is currently 68.07, indicating the stock is showing bullish momentum (60-70 range). The stock has positive momentum without being extremely overbought. This zone often occurs during healthy uptrends where buyers remain in control. Combined with the price being above the 50-day moving average, this confirms bullish conditions.
How should traders interpret HSY's MACD and moving average crossovers?
MACD analysis shows the MACD line at 4.73 above the signal line at 3.01, with histogram at 1.72. This bullish crossover suggests upward momentum is building. The wide histogram confirms strong momentum. The 50-day MA ($168.00) is above the 200-day MA ($167.38), forming a golden cross pattern that typically signals a long-term uptrend. Price is currently above both MAs, confirming strength.

Indicators last updated: Jul 30, 2025, 10:42 AM

Active Alerts

Alert Condition
Price falls below
Threshold
$167.04
Created
Jul 26, 2025, 11:06 AM
Alert Condition
RSI Threshold Cross
Threshold
N/A
Created
Jul 23, 2025, 11:08 AM

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