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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 consumer defensive sector within the confectioners industry, is based in USA and primarily trades on the NYSE.Currently, the stock is trading at $169.91. Over the past 52 weeks, it has ranged between $136.73 and $202.98. This places the current price at 83.7% of its 52-week high and 24.3% above its 52-week low. Recent trading volume was recorded at 61,026. The 14-day Relative Strength Index (RSI) stands at 69.17, suggesting neutral conditions. The stock is currently trading below its 50-day moving average of $179.96 by 5.58%. Similarly, it is above its 200-day moving average of $167.68 by 1.33%. The MACD histogram is 0.39, indicating bullish momentum (MACD Line: 2.35, Signal Line: 1.96). The International Securities Identification Number (ISIN) for this stock is US4278661081.

52-Week Range

$202.98 - $136.73

-16.29% from high · +24.27% from low

Avg Daily Volume

1,693,246

100-day average

Fundamentals

Valuation Metrics

P/E Ratio (TTM)

25.01

Above market average

Forward P/E

28.99

Earnings expected to decline

PEG Ratio

48.34

Potentially overvalued

Price to Book

8.45

EV/EBITDA

18.07

EPS (TTM)

$7.36

Price to Sales

3.38

Beta

0.26

Less volatile than market

How is HSY valued relative to its earnings and growth?
The Hershey Company trades at a P/E ratio of 25.01, which is above the market average of approximately 20. This premium valuation suggests investors expect above-average growth or the company has competitive advantages justifying the higher multiple. Looking ahead, the forward P/E of 28.99 is higher than the current P/E, indicating analysts expect earnings to decline over the next year. The PEG ratio of 48.34 indicates a premium valuation even accounting for growth.
What is HSY's risk profile compared to the market?
With a beta of 0.26, 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 8.45 shows investors value the company above its book value, which often reflects intangible assets or growth prospects.

Performance & Growth

Profit Margin

13.50%

Operating Margin

7.63%

EBITDA

$2.66B

Return on Equity

35.90%

Return on Assets

10.50%

Revenue Growth (YoY)

26.00%

Earnings Growth (YoY)

-65.30%

How profitable and efficient is HSY's business model?
The Hershey Company achieves a profit margin of 13.50%, meaning it retains $13.50 from every $100 in revenue after all expenses. This represents a solid margin typical of well-run businesses, showing the company can effectively balance revenue generation with cost control. The operating margin of 7.63% reveals how efficiently the company runs its core business operations before interest and taxes. With ROE at 35.90% and ROA at 10.50%, the company generates strong returns on invested capital.
What are HSY's recent growth trends?
The Hershey Company's revenue grew by 26.00% year-over-year, representing robust expansion that significantly outpaces typical market growth rates. This strong top-line performance suggests the company is successfully capturing market share or benefiting from favorable industry trends. Earnings decreased by 65.30% year-over-year, reflecting the bottom-line impact of business performance. These growth metrics should be evaluated against CONFECTIONERS industry averages for proper context.

Dividend Information

Dividend Per Share

$5.48

Dividend Yield

2.91%

Ex-Dividend Date

Aug 15, 2025

Dividend Date

Sep 15, 2025

What dividend income can investors expect from HSY?
The Hershey Company offers a dividend yield of 2.91%, 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 Aug 15, 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 $7.36 per share, resulting in a payout ratio of 74.46%. 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 Sep 15, 2025.

Company Size & Market

Market Cap

$38.1B

Revenue (TTM)

$11.30B

Revenue/Share (TTM)

$55.73

Shares Outstanding

148.11M

Book Value/Share

$22.28

Asset Type

Common Stock

What is HSY's market capitalization and position?
The Hershey Company has a market capitalization of $38.1B, 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 148.11M shares outstanding, the company's ownership is relatively concentrated. As a participant in the CONFECTIONERS 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 $22.28, while the current stock price is $169.91, resulting in a price-to-book (P/B) ratio of 7.63. 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

$189.32

11.42% upside potential

Analyst Recommendations

Strong Buy

1

Buy

2

Hold

17

Sell

3

Strong Sell

1

How reliable are analyst predictions for HSY?
24 analysts cover HSY with 13% 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 $189.32 implies 11.4% upside, 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, 2 Buy, 17 Hold, 3 Sell, 1 Strong Sell. The bearish sentiment indicates concerns, but contrarian investors sometimes find opportunities when Wall Street is negative.Remember that analyst opinions often lag price movements and can be influenced by investment banking relationships.

Fundamentals last updated: Oct 1, 2025, 06:43 AM

Technical Indicators

RSI (14-day)

69.17

Neutral

50-Day Moving Average

$179.96

-5.58% below MA-50

200-Day Moving Average

$167.68

1.33% above MA-200

MACD Line

2.35

MACD Signal

1.96

MACD Histogram

0.39

Bullish

What does HSY's RSI value tell investors?
The RSI (Relative Strength Index) for HSY is currently 69.17, 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 below the 50-day moving average, this shows mixed signals requiring careful analysis.
How should traders interpret HSY's MACD and moving average crossovers?
MACD analysis shows the MACD line at 2.35 above the signal line at 1.96, with histogram at 0.39. This bullish crossover suggests upward momentum is building. The 50-day MA ($179.96) is above the 200-day MA ($167.68), forming a golden cross pattern that typically signals a long-term uptrend. Price is currently between the MAs, suggesting transition.

Indicators last updated: Sep 17, 2025, 12:42 AM

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