The Hershey Company (HSY)

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Buy 5 Non-Tech Wide Moat Stocks to Enhance Your Portfolio Returns
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Published: February 27, 2026 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

HSY, MCO, CBRE, MTD and ZBRA are five wide-moat leaders that combine solid growth outlooks and rising estimates to help fortify portfolios for steady returns.

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Is Hershey (HSY) Outperforming Other Consumer Staples Stocks This Year?
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Published: February 25, 2026 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

Here is how Hershey (HSY) and US Foods (USFD) have performed compared to their sector so far this year.

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Buy 5 Top-Ranked Solid Dividend-Paying Stocks to Remain Safe in 2026
AU, BHP, F, HSY, RIO
Published: February 20, 2026 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

AU, F, HSY, RIO and BHP are five high-yield dividend giants looking like safe bets in 2026 as AI-driven volatility rattles tech stocks.

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Wall Street Roundup: Economic Data, Earnings Updates
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Published: February 13, 2026 by: Seeking Alpha
Sentiment: Neutral

Macroeconomic data show a mixed picture: January jobs beat expectations, but 2025 revisions reveal anemic job growth and persistent inflation above the Fed's 2% target. AI-driven capital expenditures are fueling gains for select industrials like Caterpillar (CAT), while tech hyperscalers increasingly rely on debt to fund expansion.

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When Love Drives Spending: 5 Stock Picks for Valentine's Day
ABNB, EAT, HSY, IPAR, MOV
Published: February 13, 2026 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

HSY, EAT, MOV, IPAR and ABNB stand to gain as Valentine's Day spending is set to hit a record $29.1B this year, lifting gifting, dining and travel demand.

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3 Top Ranked, Underfollowed Stocks That are Surging (FLXS, ALGT, HSY)
ALGT, FLXS, HSY
Published: February 12, 2026 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

A notable shift has been unfolding beneath the surface of the market in recent months, one that many investors may have overlooked. While the major indexes have remained flat or pushed modestly higher, leadership has quietly rotated.

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Surging Earnings Estimates Signal Upside for Hershey (HSY) Stock
HSY
Published: February 11, 2026 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

Hershey (HSY) shares have started gaining and might continue moving higher in the near term, as indicated by solid earnings estimate revisions.

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Hershey: Cocoa/Sugar Deflation Triggers Outsized Recovery Prospects - Overbought Technicals
HSY
Published: February 11, 2026 by: Seeking Alpha
Sentiment: Positive

Hershey benefits from moderating cocoa/sugar spot prices, with it supporting future margin recovery and EPS growth, as similarly observed in the FY2026 adj. EPS guidance at $8.36 (+32.4% YoY). This is especially since North America Confectionery segment comprises the bulk of its top/bottom-lines, with the lower COGS bringing them closer to their double digits adj EPS prospects. Despite the recent +6% dividend hike and the improved fundamentals, HSY is now overly expensive at FWD P/E of 28x after a rapid double digits rally from recent bottoms.

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5 Consumer Staples Giants to Buy Amid the Sector's Strong Momentum
EL, HSY, KMB, MNST, NYT
Published: February 10, 2026 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

Consumer staples are surging in 2026 as investors rotate to value, lifting XLP 13.2% YTD and spotlighting EL, HSY, KMB, MNST and NYT with renewed momentum.

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Best Income Stocks to Buy for February 9th
BBVA, FHN, HSY
Published: February 09, 2026 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

BBVA, HSY and FHN made it to the Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy) income stocks list on February 9, 2026.

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Take the Zacks Approach to Beat the Markets: Hershey's, Fastenal, Kennametal in Focus
FAST, HSY, KMT
Published: February 09, 2026 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

Zacks highlights strong gains from KMT, HSY and FAST as market rotation favors earnings stability and cash flow.

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Take the Zacks Approach to Beat the Markets: Hershey's, Fastenal, Kennametal in Focus
FAST, HSY, KMT
Published: February 09, 2026 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

Zacks highlights strong gains from KMT, HSY and FAST as market rotation favors earnings stability and cash flow.

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Wall Street Roundup: Risk Off
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Published: February 06, 2026 by: Seeking Alpha
Sentiment: Negative

Risk-off sentiment is driving sharp sell-offs in Bitcoin and major software stocks, with investors reallocating away from stretched tech valuations. AI-driven CapEx arms race at Alphabet (GOOGL) and Amazon (AMZN) is sparking concerns about profitability and sector disruption, despite strong revenue growth.

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The Hershey Company (HSY) Q4 2025 Earnings Call Transcript
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Published: February 05, 2026 by: Seeking Alpha
Sentiment: Neutral

The Hershey Company (HSY) Q4 2025 Earnings Call Transcript

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Hershey (HSY) Is Up 1.86% in One Week: What You Should Know
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Published: February 05, 2026 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

Does Hershey (HSY) have what it takes to be a top stock pick for momentum investors? Let's find out.

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Hershey shares jump after strong Q4, optimistic 2026 outlook
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Published: February 05, 2026 by: Proactive Investors
Sentiment: Positive

Hershey Company (NYSE:HSY, XETRA:HSY) shares surged 7.7% on Thursday after the chocolate and snack maker reported stronger-than-expected quarterly results and offered a robust outlook for 2026. The company posted adjusted earnings per share of $1.71 for the fourth quarter, beating analysts' expectations of $1.40, though down 36.4% from $2.69 a year earlier.

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Hershey Q4 Earnings Top Estimates, Organic Sales Rise on Pricing
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Published: February 05, 2026 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

HSY beats Q4 earnings and sales estimates as pricing lifts organic growth, but margins fall on cocoa and tariffs, with 2026 growth guided to be 4-5%.

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Hershey (HSY) Q4 Earnings: How Key Metrics Compare to Wall Street Estimates
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Published: February 05, 2026 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

The headline numbers for Hershey (HSY) give insight into how the company performed in the quarter ended December 2025, but it may be worthwhile to compare some of its key metrics to Wall Street estimates and the year-ago actuals.

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Hershey sees strong 2026 even as cocoa costs weigh
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Published: February 05, 2026 by: Reuters
Sentiment: Positive

Hershey forecast annual sales and profit above Wall Street estimates on Thursday, supported by resilient demand for its confectionery and salty snacks and continued benefits of earlier price hikes implemented to absorb rising costs.

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Consumer Staples Earnings to Watch This Week: EL, NWL, HSY, COTY, PM
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Published: February 03, 2026 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Neutral

As Consumer Staples earnings roll in, profit pressure, margin strain and inflation-weary consumers are driving a renewed focus on pricing and efficiency.

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The Hershey Company Rolls Out an Egg-cellent Easter Collection Fans Will Love
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Published: February 03, 2026 by: PRNewsWire
Sentiment: Neutral

New Jolly Rancher Gummies Fruity Mix and an expanded size selection of leading category favorites from Cadbury and Reese's sweeten the season HERSHEY, Pa., Feb. 3, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The Hershey Company is hopping into Easter with an exciting new offering, Jolly Rancher Gummies Fruity Mix plus an expanded mix of returning fan-favorites, including Hershey's Kisses Harry Potter Butterbeer Flavor, Cadbury Mini Creme Egg, Cadbury Mini Caramel Egg, and Reese's Peanut Butter Mini Eggs Unwrapped.

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4 Consumer Staple Picks With the Right Setup to Top Earnings Estimates
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Published: February 02, 2026 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

Consumer staple players, including HSY, EL, CELH and MNST, show the right setup to beat earnings, as resilient demand, pricing discipline and easing cost pressures support results.

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Hershey (HSY) Q4 Earnings Preview: What You Should Know Beyond the Headline Estimates
HSY
Published: February 02, 2026 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Neutral

Get a deeper insight into the potential performance of Hershey (HSY) for the quarter ended December 2025 by going beyond Wall Street's top-and-bottom-line estimates and examining the estimates for some of its key metrics.

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Hershey (HSY) Expected to Beat Earnings Estimates: What to Know Ahead of Q4 Release
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Published: January 29, 2026 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

Hershey (HSY) possesses the right combination of the two key ingredients for a likely earnings beat in its upcoming report. Get prepared with the key expectations.

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Why Investors Need to Take Advantage of These 2 Consumer Staples Stocks Now
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Published: January 29, 2026 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

The Zacks Earnings ESP is a great way to find potential earnings surprises. Why investors should take advantage now.

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Hershey (HSY) Just Overtook the 20-Day Moving Average
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Published: January 28, 2026 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

After reaching an important support level, Hershey (HSY) could be a good stock pick from a technical perspective. HSY surpassed resistance at the 20-day moving average, suggesting a short-term bullish trend.

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Goldman Sachs Says Correction Could Be Coming: 5 Safe Dividend Stocks From the Conviction List
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Published: January 23, 2026 by: 24/7 Wall Street
Sentiment: Positive

Founded in 1869, Goldman Sachs is the world's second-largest investment bank by revenue and is ranked 55th on the Fortune 500 list of the largest U.S.

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These 2 Consumer Staples Stocks Could Beat Earnings: Why They Should Be on Your Radar
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Published: January 07, 2026 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

Why investors should use the Zacks Earnings ESP tool to help find stocks that are poised to top quarterly earnings estimates.

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Hershey to Webcast Fourth-Quarter Conference Call
HSY
Published: January 07, 2026 by: PRNewsWire
Sentiment: Neutral

HERSHEY, Pa., Jan. 7, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The Hershey Company (NYSE: HSY) announced today that it will release its fourth-quarter sales and earnings results on Thursday, February 5, 2026, and hold a conference call with analysts at 8:30 a.m.

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Will Hershey (HSY) Beat Estimates Again in Its Next Earnings Report?
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Published: January 06, 2026 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

Hershey (HSY) has an impressive earnings surprise history and currently possesses the right combination of the two key ingredients for a likely beat in its next quarterly report.

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About The Hershey Company (HSY)

  • IPO Date 1980-03-17
  • Website https://www.thehersheycompany.com
  • Industry Food Confectioners
  • CEO Kirk C. Tanner
  • Employees 18540

The Hershey Company, together with its subsidiaries, engages in the manufacture and sale of confectionery products and pantry items in the United States and internationally. The company operates through three segments: North America Confectionery, North America Salty Snacks, and International. It offers chocolate and non-chocolate confectionery products; gum and mint refreshment products, including mints, chewing gums, and bubble gums; pantry items, such as baking ingredients, toppings, beverages, and sundae syrups; and snack items comprising spreads, meat snacks, bars and snack bites, mixes, popcorn, and protein bars. The company provides its products primarily under the Hershey's, Reese's, Kisses, Jolly Rancher, Almond Joy, Brookside, barkTHINS, Cadbury, Good & Plenty, Heath, Kit Kat, Payday, Rolo, Twizzlers, Whoppers, York, Ice Breakers, Breath Savers, Bubble Yum, Lily's, SkinnyPop, Pirates Booty, Paqui, Dot's Homestyle Pretzels, and ONE Bar brands, as well as under the Pelon Pelo Rico, IO-IO, and Sofit brands. It markets and sells its products to wholesale distributors, chain grocery stores, mass merchandisers, chain drug stores, vending companies, wholesale clubs, convenience stores, dollar stores, concessionaires, and department stores. The company was founded in 1894 and is headquartered in Hershey, Pennsylvania.