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HSY
The Hershey Company
+80%
+6.1% per year

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Country US
Exchange NYSE
Industry Food Confectioners
Sector Consumer Defensive
Market Cap $33.71B
CEO Ms. Michele Gross Buck

The Hershey Company makes and sells a wide variety of sweets and snacks, both in the United States and around the world. They are best known for their chocolate products like Hershey's bars, Reese's peanut butter cups, and Kisses. In addition to chocolate, they also offer snacks like popcorn, mints, and baking ingredients. Founded in 1894 and based in Hershey, Pennsylvania, Hershey's products can be found in many stores, making it easy for people to enjoy their tasty treats.

Streams of revenue

North America Confectionery Segment: 83%
North America Salty Snacks Segment: 10%
International Segment: 7%

Geographic Distribution

North America Segment: 88%
International and Other Segment: 12%

Core Products

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Kit Kat Crisp wafer bars
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Twizzlers Chewy candy twists
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Ice Breakers Mints and gum
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Hershey's Milk Chocolate Classic milk chocolate
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Reese's Peanut Butter Cups Peanut butter cups

Business Type

B2C Business to Consumer

Competitive Advantages

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Brand Recognition Hershey's strong brand equity ensures customer loyalty and premium pricing in a competitive market.
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Distribution Network An extensive distribution network allows Hershey to reach various retail channels efficiently, enhancing market penetration.
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Diverse Product Portfolio A wide range of products across chocolate, snacks, and pantry items reduces dependence on any single category.
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Innovation and Adaptability Continuous product innovation and responsiveness to consumer trends keep Hershey relevant in a rapidly changing market.
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Strong Supply Chain Relationships Long-term partnerships with suppliers and manufacturers provide stability and cost advantages in sourcing ingredients.

Key Business Risks

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Intense Competition The confectionery market is highly competitive, posing challenges to maintaining market share and pricing power.
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Regulatory Compliance Stricter food safety and labeling regulations can increase operational costs and complexity.
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Supply Chain Disruptions Potential interruptions in sourcing raw materials can affect production efficiency and product availability.
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Fluctuating Commodity Prices Volatility in prices of key ingredients like cocoa and sugar can impact profit margins.
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Changing Consumer Preferences Shifts towards healthier options may reduce demand for traditional confectionery products.

Meeting Expectations

8 /10

Higher values indicate better execution and credibility

Recent Results

Beat earnings 2025-02-06
Missed earnings 2024-11-07
Missed earnings 2024-08-01
Beat earnings 2024-05-03
Beat earnings 2024-02-08
Beat earnings 2023-10-26
Beat earnings 2023-07-27
Beat earnings 2023-04-27
Beat earnings 2023-02-02
Beat earnings 2022-11-04

Takeaways

The Hershey Company benefits from a strong brand portfolio and solid market position in the confectionery sector, supported by effective management and healthy financials. However, it faces competition and potential risks from changing consumer preferences and economic conditions.

Historical data shows an impressive CAGR compared with the USA stock market average, reflecting a strong market position.

Yearly Return 10Y annualized return is positive but below market average at 6.1% per year
Earnings Expectations HSY has met or exceeded earnings expectations in the majority of recent quarters (8/10)

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