Description: Hershey's Kisses brand joins as a Premier Sponsor of NBC's annual live Holiday special, "Christmas in Rockefeller Center" for the first time. The event airs live on Wednesday, December 3, at 8 p.m. ET on NBC and simulcasts on Peacock.

Description: Trump’s trade war is a pain, but less so than many executives expected. Among products getting some relief from tariffs are auto parts and cocoa.

Description: Hershey (HSY) shares are holding steady, with the latest data showing modest gains over the past week and generally flat performance for the month. Investors seem to be assessing recent moves in the stock without significant news driving sentiment. See our latest analysis for Hershey. After a choppy start to the year, Hershey’s share price has recovered some ground, posting an 8.2% gain year-to-date. The 1-year total return of 7.8% suggests that momentum is stabilizing rather than building...

Description: HSY expands better-for-you lineup with the completed LesserEvil acquisition, boosting its reach in clean-label, fast-growing salty snacks.

Description: The Hershey Company has closed its acquisition of LesserEvil, the maker of organic, delectable snacks that combine bold flavors with better-for-you ingredients. This acquisition expands the variety of snacking choices Hershey can offer consumers, adding a high-growth brand that complements the company's existing portfolio and brings additional manufacturing capacity.

Description: The purchase of the better-for-you puffs and popcorn maker comes as the confectionery giant aims to grow its salty snacks division to 20% of revenue during the next decade.

Description: Shares of the coconut water brand Vita Coco (COCO) soared Monday on the news it would be eligible for the latest round of exemptions from President Donald Trump's tariffs. Vita Coco stock leaped more than 10% when the market opened. Late on Friday evening, Trump signed an executive order that removed tariffs on agricultural products that can't be grown in...

Description: Investing.com -- JPMorgan says newly announced tariff exemptions from the White House could deliver meaningful earnings upside for several major U.S. food producers, with Hershey, Smucker and McCormick positioned to benefit the most.

Description: Hershey recently secured a tariff exemption on cocoa imports, effective from November 13, 2025, potentially lowering its quarterly import expenses by around US$50 million and improving its cost structure. This policy change stands out for its direct and substantial effect on ingredient costs, a critical consideration given cocoa’s importance to Hershey’s products and profitability. We'll explore how this cost-saving tariff exemption could reshape Hershey’s investment narrative by altering...

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Description: The holiday season just got a whole lot sweeter in Hershey, where visitors can unwrap both festive fun and a great deal. HERSHEY'S CHOCOLATE WORLD is introducing a new Holiday Savings Bundle this season. For just $44.95, families can enjoy five attractions, receive a $6 bakery voucher, and get free parking—a package worth over $100. Available on visits between November 24 and January 4.

Description: The holiday season just got a whole lot sweeter in Hershey, where visitors can unwrap both festive fun and a great deal. HERSHEY'S CHOCOLATE WORLD is introducing a new Holiday Savings Bundle this season. For just $44.95, families can enjoy five attractions, receive a $6 bakery voucher, and get free parking—a package worth over $100. Available on visits between November 24 and January 4.

Description: The dark chocolate industry is set to thrive, expected to surpass US$ 130.58 Billion by 2033, doubling from US$ 66.37 Billion in 2024, at a CAGR of 7.81%. Growing awareness of health benefits, driven by antioxidants and polyphenols, fuels global market expansion. Furthermore, innovation in clean-label, dairy-free, and probiotic-infused chocolates is rising due to the functional food movement and consumer health trends. Companies like Justin's and Valrhona continue launching premium dark chocolat

Description: As the U.S. stock market navigates a challenging landscape marked by tech sector volatility and economic uncertainties due to a prolonged government shutdown, investors are increasingly turning their attention to more stable investment options. In such an environment, dividend stocks can offer a reliable income stream and potential for long-term growth, making them an attractive consideration for those seeking stability amidst market fluctuations.

Description: With the winter holidays just weeks away, it's hard not to reminisce about childhood memories, when falling asleep on Christmas Eve felt impossible, consumed by the anticipation of racing down the stairs the next morning to see what Santa had left. While presents were always the highlight, checking ...

Description: The company plans to shut down hundreds of consistently underperforming restaurants across the country.

Description: Hershey (HSY) caught investor attention after sharing its third quarter financial results. The report highlighted a solid rise in sales along with a sharp drop in net income and earnings per share from the prior year. See our latest analysis for Hershey. Hershey has faced a string of mixed headlines lately, including another steady dividend and a small bump to full-year sales guidance, but those have not been enough to lift sentiment. After a challenging third quarter and with the share price...

Description: 'Tis the season for The Hershey Company to unwrap new treats to celebrate the holidays. Leading the lineup this year includes the all-new Hershey's Kisses Snickerdoodle Cookie Candy, KIT KAT® Peppermint Stick, Reese's Mini Trees and Hershey's Grinch Milk Chocolate Bar.

Description: The most recent earnings report from The Hershey Company ( NYSE:HSY ) was disappointing for shareholders. However, our...

Description: The Hershey Company has underperformed the broader market over the past year, and analysts remain cautious about the stock’s prospects.

Description: Hershey’s latest quarter saw revenue and non-GAAP profit surpass Wall Street’s expectations, yet the market responded negatively amid concerns over falling operating margins. Management attributed top-line momentum to balanced growth across both core and new product lines, with CEO Kirk Tanner highlighting double-digit increases in everyday chocolate, mint, and gum (CMG) and strong performance in the salty snacks segment. Despite this, leadership acknowledged challenges in the seasonal business—

Description: The Hershey Company (NYSE:HSY) is one of the stocks Jim Cramer shed light on. Cramer discussed the company’s struggles over the last couple of years, as he remarked: “Why has this iconic candy maker become such a heinous stock? The truth is, Hershey’s been struggling for the last two and a half years. Now, I […]

Description: The board of The Hershey Company ( NYSE:HSY ) has announced that it will pay a dividend on the 15th of December, with...

Description: Hershey (HSY) reported a net profit margin of 11.8%, a step down from last year’s 16.2%. Over the past five years, the company’s earnings have grown by 5.9% each year, but results for the most recent year turned negative. While revenue and earnings are still forecast to grow at 3.1% and 14.3% per year respectively, both rates trail the broader US market's outlook. The results show that Hershey’s growth is steady but increasingly conservative, with profitability under pressure compared to...

Description: Crafting some of the world's most beloved confections, Hershey has been known for its chocolate and candy creations since its founding in 1894. With the holiday season, particularly the Halloween and Christmas months, being the company's most profitable time of the year, it might seem almost ...

Description: HSY beats Q3 earnings and sales estimates with stronger sales and raises its 2025 outlook despite profit pressure from higher costs.

Description: Even when it's Halloween, the scariest thing to consumers continues to be inflation! Hershey (HSY) warned of weak Halloween candy sales due to the rising costs of cocoa (CC=F). Market Catalysts host Julie Hyman outlines the growing price tags on trick-or-treaters' favorite candies over the past five years. To watch more expert insights and analysis on the latest market action, check out more Market Catalysts.

Description: Hershey (HSY) outperformed in Q3 across all segments on robust non-seasonal consumption, RBC Capital

Description: Fruit Snacks Market Fruit Snacks Market Dublin, Oct. 31, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The "Fruit Snacks Market - Growth Trends & Forecast 2025-2033" has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.The Global Fruit Snacks Market was valued at US$ 15.87 billion in 2024 and is anticipated to grow to US$ 30.25 billion by 2033 at a CAGR of 7.43% over the forecast period of 2025-2033. Increasing consumer preference for healthy, easy-to-consume, and naturally derived snacks, particularly among kids and

Description: Chocolate company Hershey (NYSE:HSY) reported revenue ahead of Wall Streets expectations in Q3 CY2025, with sales up 6.5% year on year to $3.18 billion. Its non-GAAP profit of $1.30 per share was 22.2% above analysts’ consensus estimates.

Description: Halloween spending to hit a record $13.1B despite tariffs. Treat yourself with stocks HSY, TJX, HD, AMZN, and ETFs RTH, XLY, SOCL, ONLN this season.

Description: Pre-Market Futures: The futures are trading higher on this Halloween Friday, following a rollercoaster day on Wall Street that ultimately saw all the major indices finish in the red, with the NASDAQ taking the biggest hit, down 1.58% on Thursday. For much of the day, the Dow Jones Industrials were up big on the reports ... Here Are Friday’s Top Wall Street Analyst Upgrades and Downgrades: Apple, Comcast, Roblox, Zscaler and More

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Description: The Reese’s owner is also modelling for a less severe tariff impact this year as sales growth outlook tweaked higher.

Description: Cocoa prices plunge 51% in 2025 after record highs, while chocolate producers rise 14% as margins recover.

Description: Stronger demand for premium chocolates and snacks lifts outlook.

Description: Candy companies like Mondelez International and Hershey expect some relief after years of climbing cocoa prices.

Description: The Hershey Co (HSY) reports robust innovation and portfolio growth, while navigating high cocoa costs and seasonal sales fluctuations.

Description: December ICE NY cocoa (CCZ25 ) on Thursday closed up +14 (+0.23%), and December ICE London cocoa #7 (CAZ25 ) closed up +19 (+0.44%). Cocoa prices recovered from early losses on Thursday and settled higher as shrinking ICE cocoa inventories sparked short covering in cocoa futures. ICE-monitored cocoa inventories held...

Description: Yahoo Finance host Josh Lipton recaps some of the top stories on Wall Street on Yahoo Finance's Market Minute, including Cigna (CI) warning investors about margin pressures, gold (GC=F) demand surging, and Hershey's (HSY) weak Halloween candy sales. Stay up to date on the latest market action, minute-by-minute, with Yahoo Finance's Market Minute.

Description: Shares of chocolate company Hershey (NYSE:HSY) fell 3.9% in the morning session after the company reported third-quarter results that, despite beating revenue expectations, showed a steep drop in profitability. Although sales grew by 6.5% year-on-year to $3.18 billion, the company's adjusted earnings per share fell by 44.4% to $1.30. Hershey's profits were squeezed by declining margins, with its gross margin falling 8.7 percentage points from the prior year due to higher input costs. The company

Description: December ICE NY cocoa (CCZ25 ) today is down -45 (-0.74%), and December ICE London cocoa #7 (CAZ25 ) is down -3 (-0.07%). Cocoa prices are sliding today but remain above Wednesday's 1-week lows. Comments today from the CEO of chocolate-maker Hershey are weighing on cocoa prices when he said...

Description: Hershey (NYSE: HSY) delivered a decisive earnings beat this morning, posting third-quarter results that significantly exceeded Wall Street expectations and prompted management to raise full-year guidance. The stock was up sharply in early trading on the strength of the numbers and the company’s improved outlook, but since the open, shares are down. Strong Execution Drives ... Hershey Shares Slide Despite Strong Q3 Earnings and Revised Full-Year Guidance

Description: The chocolate maker said the sky-high cocoa inflation of the past two years has started to ease, but costs still ate into its third-quarter profit.

Description: Halloween candy sales are looking spooky—and not in a good way. Hershey said Thursday that its Halloween sales have been disappointing thus far. Hershey Chief Executive Kirk Tanner said that when Halloween falls on a Friday, roughly a third of the business is typically done the week of the holiday.

Description: Halloween made up nearly 18% of annual US candy sales across the industry in 2024, second only to Christmas. “The season did get off to a slow start,” new Chief Executive Officer Kirk Tanner said of Halloween on a call with analysts Thursday. The company said when Halloween falls on a Friday, about a third of sales occur during the final week — but acknowledged its holiday sales would be soft this season even if that happens.

Description: While the top- and bottom-line numbers for Hershey (HSY) give a sense of how the business performed in the quarter ended September 2025, it could be worth looking at how some of its key metrics compare to Wall Street estimates and year-ago values.

Description: Hershey (HSY) delivered earnings and revenue surprises of +19.27% and +1.79%, respectively, for the quarter ended September 2025. Do the numbers hold clues to what lies ahead for the stock?

Description: US equity markets were tracking in the red before the opening bell Thursday as traders digest the ou

Description: Chocolate company Hershey (NYSE:HSY) reported revenue ahead of Wall Streets expectations in Q3 CY2025, with sales up 6.5% year on year to $3.18 billion. Its non-GAAP profit of $1.30 per share was 22.2% above analysts’ consensus estimates.

Description: Investing.com -- The Hershey Company (NYSE: HSY) reported third-quarter earnings that surpassed analyst expectations, with revenue climbing 6.5% to $3.18 billion compared to the consensus estimate of $3.11 billion. The chocolate and snack maker posted adjusted earnings per share of $1.30, beating the analyst forecast of $1.06.

Description: On a per-share basis, the Hershey, Pennsylvania-based company said it had profit of $1.36. Earnings, adjusted for non-recurring gains, came to $1.30 per share. The results exceeded Wall Street expectations.

Description: The Hershey Company (NYSE: HSY) today announced net sales and earnings for the third quarter ended September 28, 2025 and updated its 2025 outlook range.

Description: Investors will tune into earnings from Amazon and Apple, plus the European Central Bank's interest-rate decision. Here’s what to watch for: Today Earnings: Amazon, Apple, Eli Lilly, Hershey, Mastercard Federal Reserve speaker: Vice Chair for Supervision Michelle Bowman at 9:55 a.

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Description: Chocolate company Hershey (NYSE:HSY) will be reporting earnings this Thursday morning. Here’s what you need to know.

Description: The Hershey Company recently entered into a new five-year unsecured revolving credit agreement for up to US$1.88 billion, replacing its previous facility, and presented at SupplySide West 2025 on October 27 in Las Vegas with Shawn Houser-Fedor as speaker. The increased lending capacity and financing flexibility provide Hershey with added resources to pursue growth initiatives and potential acquisitions as it expands beyond traditional confectionery products. We’ll examine how Hershey’s...

Description: Besides Wall Street's top-and-bottom-line estimates for Hershey (HSY), review projections for some of its key metrics to gain a deeper understanding of how the company might have fared during the quarter ended September 2025.

Description: The National Retail Federation says Americans will spend a record $13.1 billion this Halloween, including $3.9 billion on candy.

Description: Hershey's pricing moves and efficiency programs may have lifted Q3 sales, though cocoa costs and brand spend are likely to have squeezed margins.

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Description: Americans are expected to spend $13 billion on Halloween this year, with rising candy prices in focus. Mizuho Americas managing director and senior consumer equity research analyst, John Baumgartner, joins Market Domination Overtime to discuss how to play candy stocks like Mondelez (MDLZ) and Hershey (HSY). To watch more expert insights and analysis on the latest market action, check out more Market Domination Overtime.

Description: For decades, The Hershey Company (HSY) has pushed the boundaries of confectionery innovation, experimenting with bold new flavors and seasonal twists across its iconic brands, especially during the holidays. Now, a candy rival is challenging Hershey's sweet creations by unveiling a new addition to ...

Description: KHC faces softer volumes and inflation headwinds ahead of its Q3 report, with revenues and earnings projected to decline.

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Description: MDLZ's third-quarter results are likely to show revenue gains from strong core brands, though profits may slip amid rising input costs.

Description: The United States diabetic food market is projected to reach US$ 7.35 billion by 2033, growing from US$ 4.4 billion in 2024 at a CAGR of 5.85%. This growth is fueled by rising health consciousness, increased diabetes prevalence, and demand for low-calorie, low-sugar options. Consumer interest in blood glucose management is driving expansion, as is the innovation in snacks, drinks, and meal solutions. Retail and e-commerce channels enhance accessibility, while challenges include high product cost

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Description: The National Retail Federation says Americans will spend a record $13.1 billion this Halloween, including $3.9 billion on candy.

Description: Hershey (HSY) closed at $181.58 in the latest trading session, marking a -1.42% move from the prior day.

Description: Hershey (HSY) shares have seen some movement this week. For long-term investors, there are a few metrics worth paying attention to. The company’s year-to-date return sits at 9%, outpacing the broader sector. See our latest analysis for Hershey. After a solid start to the year, Hershey’s recent 1-month share price return of -4.2% suggests some momentum has faded in the short run. However, the year-to-date gain of over 9% keeps it ahead of peers. Over the past twelve months, the total...

Description: SYY's first-quarter earnings are likely to have shown growth, helped by digital tools and loyalty programs, but rising costs remain a headwind.

Description: 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.

Description: Simply Good Foods (SMPL) delivered earnings and revenue surprises of -4.17% and +0.83%, respectively, for the quarter ended August 2025. Do the numbers hold clues to what lies ahead for the stock?

Description: Hershey is gearing up to release its fiscal third-quarter results next week, and analysts project an earnings decline.

Description: The GCC Dark Chocolate Market is poised for robust growth, expected to escalate from US$ 1.52 billion in 2024 to US$ 3.01 billion by 2033, with a CAGR of 7.90% from 2025 to 2033. Key drivers include heightened health awareness, increasing disposable incomes, and an expanding e-commerce sector. Dark chocolate's health benefits, such as antioxidant properties and reduced sugar content, fuel consumer demand. The market benefits from product innovation catering to diverse tastes and emerging trends

Description: Hershey (HSY) closed the most recent trading day at $184.2, moving 1.04% from the previous trading session.

Description: Although Hershey (currently trading at $188 per share) has gained 12.3% over the last six months, it has trailed the S&P 500’s 27.3% return during that period. This might have investors contemplating their next move.

Description: MOUNTAIN VIEW, Calif., October 21, 2025--AeraHUB 25 NYC brings together leaders from Hershey, Gallo, AstraZeneca, WGU, and more to reveal the next wave of agentic decision intelligence.

Description: TD Cowen managing director, Robert Moskow, joins Asking for a Trend host Josh Lipton to discuss the Big Food sector, why its era of pricing power is over, and which names investors should be watching. To watch more expert insights and analysis on the latest market action, check out more Asking for a Trend.

Description: Hershey’s stock price target has seen a slight increase, with the Fair Value Estimate moving up to $191.95 from $189.18. This adjustment comes as analysts weigh encouraging innovation and recent pricing strength in light of broader sector concerns. Stay tuned to learn how investors can navigate and keep current with these evolving perspectives on Hershey’s outlook. What Wall Street Has Been Saying The latest round of analyst commentary highlights a mix of optimism and caution surrounding...

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