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The Hershey Company (HSY)

NYSE

$187.16

$-2.76

(-1.45%)

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The Hershey Company (HSY) Live Price Chart

Last updated: ⁦2026-08-26 02:37:20⁩. Prices reflect the latest closing data and will resume updating on the next trading day. Stock price data is sourced from Massive.

Key Market Data

Market Cap	$37.46B
Open	$188.13
High	$276.88
Low	$30.27
Previous Close	$189.94
Price Change	$-2.76
Percentage Change	-1.45%
Volume	699K

The Hershey Company (HSY) Stock Price Today

The Hershey Company (HSY) is currently trading at $187.16 as of 2026-08-25 23:55:00, reflecting a -1.45% move ($-2.76) from the previous close.

In the short term, the stock has returned +3.87% over the past four weeks. Over the last 12 months, The Hershey Company has recorded a +3.59% price change, indicating a Stable performance relative to the broader market.

The Hershey Company (HSY) 7-Day Stock Price Changes

Over the past seven days, The Hershey Company has traded within a short-term range shaped by market sentiment in the SUGAR & CONFECTIONERY PRODUCTS sector. During this period, the stock moved from its previous closing price of $184.65 to the latest recorded price of $187.16, reflecting an intraday change of -1.45%. Daily movements highlight shifts in trading volume (699,470), investor positioning, and reactions to macroeconomic updates.

From a momentum standpoint, HSY has delivered a +3.87% return over the past month and a +3.59% change in the last 12 months, indicating a Stable trend relative to its broader sector peers.

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What is The Hershey Company (HSY)?

Hershey is a leading US confectionery manufacturer (in a $55 billion market, according to Euromonitor), controlling more than 35% of the domestic chocolate aisle. Beyond its namesake label, the firm's portfolio has expanded over the last 85 years and now comprises 100 brands, including Reese's, Kit Kat, Kisses, and Ice Breakers. Hershey's products are sold in about 80 countries, though only a high-single-digit percentage of sales comes from markets outside the US, including the UK, Brazil, India, and Mexico. The firm has sought inorganic opportunities to extend its reach beyond its core confectionery business, adding Amplify Snack Brands and its Skinny Pop ready-to-eat popcorn to its portfolio, as well as Pirate Brands, Dot's Pretzels, and LesserEvil over the past few years.

The Hershey Company Information

Industry	SUGAR & CONFECTIONERY PRODUCTS
Employees	19,595
Sector	SUGAR & CONFECTIONERY PRODUCTS
Company Website	https://www.thehersheycompany.com

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6.What does HSY's EPS tell investors about its profitability?

Trailing-twelve-month EPS of $ 5.55 summarises how much profit The Hershey Company has generated per share over the last year. Rising EPS over time can signal improving profitability or effective share repurchases, while flat or declining EPS may point to slower growth or margin pressure. EPS is a key input into valuation metrics such as P/E and is often monitored closely around earnings announcements.

7.How can I track The Hershey Company's financial performance over time?

To follow The Hershey Company's financial performance, investors typically review its quarterly and annual reports, which include detailed income statements, balance sheets and cash-flow statements. Combining these filings with key market data shown on this page—such as share price trends, P/E and dividend yield—provides a more complete view of how HSY is performing and how the market is responding.

8.When is The Hershey Company expected to report earnings?

The Hershey Company's next scheduled earnings release is currently expected on -- (the date may be updated by the company). Earnings announcements often act as important catalysts for HSY, as they provide updated information on revenue, profitability and management's outlook.

9.What usually comes out in The Hershey Company's earnings reports?

The Hershey Company's earnings reports typically include headline figures such as revenue, net income and EPS, along with commentary on segment performance, margins, cash flow and guidance for future periods. Investors compare these results with market expectations and prior periods to assess whether HSY is meeting, beating or missing expectations.

10.How can I stay informed about The Hershey Company's results and guidance?

You can stay up to date on The Hershey Company by reviewing its quarterly earnings releases, listening to or reading transcripts of earnings calls, and following company news and filings. Pairing this fundamental information with the price and return data for HSY on this page helps you see how new information is being reflected in the stock.

11.Does The Hershey Company pay a regular cash dividend to its shareholders?

The Hershey Company Paying. Based on the latest information, the stock has an indicated annual cash dividend of $ 5.48 per share and a current dividend yield of 0.0293 at the recent share price. Dividends are typically paid --, although the board can change the dividend policy at any time. Income-focused investors often monitor HSY's dividend level, payment frequency and any announcements about future dividends when assessing the stock's appeal as a dividend-paying investment.

12.What are the current dividend yield and dividend payout ratio for HSY?

Based on the latest earnings data, HSY has a dividend yield of 0.0293 and a dividend payout ratio of 0.9881. The dividend yield shows how much cash return an investor receives from dividends each year relative to the current share price, helping assess whether The Hershey Company is an attractive income stock. The dividend payout ratio measures what percentage of earnings The Hershey Company distributes to shareholders as dividends versus how much it retains to reinvest in the business, which is an important indicator of dividend sustainability and room for future dividend growth.

13.What kind of business is The Hershey Company?

The Hershey Company is a publicly traded company in the SUGAR & CONFECTIONERY PRODUCTS industry within the SUGAR & CONFECTIONERY PRODUCTS sector. It generates revenue from products and services related to this core business area, and investors can find a detailed description of its operations, strategy and geographic exposure in the company's annual report and other regulatory filings.

14.How is HSY valued in terms of P/E ratio and EPS?

The Hershey Company currently trades at a price-to-earnings (P/E) ratio of 34.21, based on trailing-twelve-month earnings per share (EPS) of $ 5.55. P/E is calculated by dividing the share price by EPS and shows how much investors are paying today for each unit of The Hershey Company's earnings. Comparing HSY's P/E and EPS to those of other SUGAR & CONFECTIONERY PRODUCTS companies can help investors judge whether its valuation looks rich or attractive.

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