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The Hershey Company (HSY)

NYSE

$231.12

$+6.12

(+2.73%)

The Hershey Company (HSY) Live Price Chart

Page last updated: 2026-02-06 18:48:29

Key Market Data

Market Cap	$34.24B
Open	$225.59
High	$276.88
Low	$30.27
Previous Close	$224.38
Price Change	$+6.12
Percentage Change	+2.73%
Volume	1M

The Hershey Company (HSY) Stock Price Today

The Hershey Company (HSY) is currently trading at $231.12 as of 2026-02-06 18:48:29, reflecting a +2.73% move ($+6.12) from the previous close.

In the short term, the stock has returned +2,509.61% over the past four weeks. Over the last 12 months, The Hershey Company has recorded a +51.71% price change, indicating a strong 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 $197.34 to the latest recorded price of $231.12, reflecting an intraday change of +2.73%. Daily movements highlight shifts in trading volume (1,486,048), investor positioning, and reactions to macroeconomic updates.

From a momentum standpoint, HSY has delivered a +2,509.61% return over the past month and a +51.71% change in the last 12 months, indicating a strong trend relative to its broader sector peers.

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What is The Hershey Company (HSY)?

Hershey is a leading US confectionery manufacturer (around a $54 billion market, according to Euromonitor), controlling around 36% 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, albeit with just a high-single-digit percentage of sales coming from markets outside the US, including 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 and Dot's Pretzels over the past few years.

The Hershey Company Information

Industry	SUGAR & CONFECTIONERY PRODUCTS
Employees	20,030
Sector	SUGAR & CONFECTIONERY PRODUCTS
Company Website	https://www.thehersheycompany.com

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

1.What is the current share price of The Hershey Company?

The latest trading price for The Hershey Company (Common Stock) is $ 231.12, compared with a previous closing price of $ 224.38. That means the stock has moved +2.73% so far today. Intraday price updates and recent trading activity for HSY can be tracked on the live chart and quote section on this page.

2.Is The Hershey Company stock going up or down?

Looking at recent performances, HSY has returned +2,509.61% over the past month, +31.75% over the last six months and +51.71% over the past year. These figures capture share-price changes only, not the impact of dividends. Together they describe strong price momentum for The Hershey Company stock, but keep in mind that past returns do not guarantee future results.

3.Where does HSY currently sit relative to its 52-week high and low?

In the most recent 52-week period, The Hershey Company has traded between a low of $ 150.04 and a high of $ 233.97. This 52-week range helps show where today's share price sits relative to its recent highs and lows, and is often used by investors to judge stock volatility, potential support and resistance levels, and whether HSY is currently nearer the top or the bottom of its one-year trading band.

4.How is The Hershey Company classified by sector and industry?

The Hershey Company is classified in the SUGAR & CONFECTIONERY PRODUCTS sector, within the SUGAR & CONFECTIONERY PRODUCTS industry group and the SUGAR & CONFECTIONERY PRODUCTS industry. In practice, this means The Hershey Company is grouped with companies that face similar end-markets, competitive dynamics and regulatory environments. For investors, knowing HSY's sector and industry classification helps when building diversified portfolios, comparing The Hershey Company with direct peers, and understanding how stock-specific risks such as -- may be influenced by broader trends in the SUGAR & CONFECTIONERY PRODUCTS sector and SUGAR & CONFECTIONERY PRODUCTS industry.

5.Where is The Hershey Company listed and how large is it by market value?

The Hershey Company is listed on the NYSE stock exchange in United States. Based on a market capitalization of $ 34.24B, the company is classified as a Large-cap stock. Market cap gives a quick sense of The Hershey Company's size and importance in the equity market and is often used by investors and index providers when constructing portfolios or benchmarks.

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

Trailing-twelve-month EPS of $ 5.02 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 $ 5.50 per share and a current dividend yield of 0.0238 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 0.0238 and a dividend payout ratio of 1.0957. 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 44.66, based on trailing-twelve-month earnings per share (EPS) of $ 5.02. 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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