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Hershey Foods Corp (HSY)

Hershey Foods Corp (HSY)
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Market News and Commentary

How Is Hershey's Stock Performance Compared to Other Consumer Staples Stocks?

Pennsylvania-based The Hershey Company (HSY) manufactures and sells confectionery products and pantry items in the U.S. and internationally. With a market cap of $38.8 billion, Hershey operates through North America Confectionery, North America Salty Snacks, and International segments.

Companies worth $10 billion or more are generally described as "large-cap stocks." Hershey fits right into that category, with its market cap exceeding this threshold, reflecting its substantial size, influence, and dominance in the confectionery industry. It is famously known for its chocolates, biscuits, and candies.

Fundamentals

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  • Market Capitalization, $K 36,629,056
  • Shares Outstanding, K 202,785
  • Annual Sales, $ 11,202 M
  • Annual Income, $ 2,221 M
  • EBIT $ 1,936 M
  • EBITDA $ 2,391 M
  • 60-Month Beta 0.19
  • Price/Sales 3.31
  • Price/Cash Flow 15.66
  • Price/Book 8.12

Options Overview Details

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  • Implied Volatility 22.37% (-0.82%)
  • Historical Volatility 26.89%
  • IV Percentile 7%
  • IV Rank 10.51%
  • IV High 43.63% on 04/08/25
  • IV Low 19.87% on 12/30/24
  • Expected Move (DTE 7) 3.95 (2.17%)
  • Put/Call Vol Ratio 5.98
  • Today's Volume 3,589
  • Volume Avg (30-Day) 2,106
  • Put/Call OI Ratio 0.86
  • Today's Open Interest 43,419
  • Open Int (30-Day) 48,114
  • Expected Range 178.51 to 186.41

Analyst Rating / Earnings Estimates

Current Rating
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Hold
Based on 22 analysts offering recommendations.
Earnings Estimates - Current Qtr 12/31/25
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  • Average Estimate 1.39
  • Number of Estimates 9
  • High Estimate 1.45
  • Low Estimate 1.35
  • Prior Year 2.69
  • Growth Rate Est. (year over year) -48.33%

Price Performance

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Period Period Low Period High Performance
1-Month
164.02 +11.24%
on 11/10/25
189.49 -3.71%
on 11/28/25
+16.51 (+9.95%)
since 11/04/25
3-Month
161.43 +13.03%
on 11/03/25
197.12 -7.44%
on 10/07/25
-2.84 (-1.53%)
since 09/04/25
52-Week
140.13 +30.21%
on 02/05/25
208.03 -12.29%
on 12/09/24
+4.59 (+2.58%)
since 12/04/24

Most Recent Stories

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How Is Hershey's Stock Performance Compared to Other Consumer Staples Stocks?

Hershey has notably outperformed the broader consumer staples sector over the past year, yet analysts remain cautious about the stock’s prospects.

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Hershey's Dubai-Inspired Chocolate Bar Just Made Your FYP Edible -- Drops Dec. 4

Only 10,000 bars. No restock. The viral chocolate obsession breaking the internet is getting the Hershey's treatment, and it's about to sell out faster than you can hit refresh.

HSY : 182.46 (+1.01%)
Is Mondelez Stock Underperforming the S&P 500?

While Mondelez has lagged behind the S&P 500 Index over the past year, analysts are moderately optimistic about the stock’s prospects.

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HSY : 182.46 (+1.01%)
Hershey's Kisses Celebrates 35 Years of Iconic 'Holiday Bells' Commercial on NBC's "Christmas in Rockefeller" Special

The beloved sound of Hershey's Kisses ' 'Holiday Bells' comes to New York City with an immersive experience this holiday season

HSY : 182.46 (+1.01%)
Hershey Completes Acquisition of LesserEvil, Expanding Consumer Choice

Acquisition Broadens Better-For-You Offerings and Salty Snacking Portfolio

HSY : 182.46 (+1.01%)
3 Reasons HSY is Risky and 1 Stock to Buy Instead

3 Reasons HSY is Risky and 1 Stock to Buy Instead

HSY : 182.46 (+1.01%)
Holiday Magic and Savings! Arrive at HERSHEY'S CHOCOLATE WORLD with a Ride Makeover and New Holiday Bundle

From a refreshed Tour Ride filled with new surprises to the value-packed Holiday Savings Bundle, families can savor festive experiences all season long.

HSY : 182.46 (+1.01%)
Wendy's to close hundreds of US stores in bid to halt falling profit

Wendy’s plans to close hundreds U.S. restaurants over the next few months to boost its profit and make its remaining stores more appealing

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HSY : 182.46 (+1.01%)
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Barchart Technical Opinion

The Barchart Technical Opinion rating is a 24% Buy with a Weakest short term outlook on maintaining the current direction.

Relative Strength just crossed above 50%. The market is indicating support for a bullish trend.

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Business Summary

The Hershey Company is the manufacturer of chocolate and non-chocolate confectionery. In addition, Hershey manufactures pantry items like baking ingredients, toppings and beverages; gum and mint refreshment products; snack bites and mixes, as well as spreads. Hershey reports its operations through three...

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Key Turning Points

3rd Resistance Point 186.70
2nd Resistance Point 184.64
1st Resistance Point 183.55
Last Price 182.46
1st Support Level 180.40
2nd Support Level 178.34
3rd Support Level 177.25

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52-Week High 208.03
Last Price 182.46
Fibonacci 61.8% 182.09
Fibonacci 50% 174.08
Fibonacci 38.2% 166.07
52-Week Low 140.13

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