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Hershey

The Hershey Co. engages in the manufacture and marketing of chocolate, sweets, mints and confectionery products. The firm operates through the following geographical segments: North America and International and Other. The North America is responsible for the traditional chocolate and non-chocolate confectionery market position of the company, as well as its grocery and snacks market positions, in the United States and Canada. The International and Other segment includes the combination of all other operating segments, including those geographic regions where the company operates outside of North America. Its brands include Hershey's, Reese's, and Kisses. The company was founded by Milton S. Hershey in 1894 and is headquartered in Hershey, PA.

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Hershey reports strong Q4 earnings, eyes growth through strategic investments

Hershey's strong performance in Q4 2022 sets a positive tone for 2023, with a focus on growth and margin improvement.
Strategic investments in marketing, capacity, and talent aim to drive market share gains and sustained growth.
Challenges such as inflationary pressures and margin variability require careful management and strategic planning.
Opportunities for growth through new product launches, core brand focus, and distribution optimization are key focus areas.

Hershey reports strong Q1 performance with international growth and margin expansion

Hershey's Q1 performance reflects strong international growth and gross margin expansion driven by pricing strategies and operational efficiencies.
The company faces challenges in navigating tough comparisons and supply chain dynamics but is strategically positioned for sustained growth.
Opportunities lie in international expansion, distribution optimization, and margin accretion strategies to capitalize on market trends and drive profitability.
Overall, Hershey's performance showcases resilience and strategic foresight in addressing market challenges and leveraging growth opportunities for long-term success.

Hershey manages costs and challenges, eyes strong Halloween season

Hershey navigates competitive confectionery markets with a focus on managing costs, driving revenue strategies, and addressing challenges in Salty Snacks. The company anticipates a strong Halloween season and aims for profitable growth despite competitive pressures.

Hershey anticipates growth in 2024 despite inflation challenges

Hershey's 2024 outlook is positive with anticipated strengths in capacity growth, new products, and distribution. Inflation and retailer dynamics present challenges, but pricing and productivity measures are in place. The focus on consumer value and innovation positions Hershey well for growth opportunities.

Hershey anticipates growth amidst inflation challenges and market adaptations

Hershey's 2024 performance is driven by pricing actions to manage inflation, with net sales growth and gross margin expectations outlined for the year.
Challenges include elevated commodity costs and the popcorn category slump, countered by cost-saving initiatives and strategic marketing efforts.
Opportunities lie in distribution expansion, capacity investments, and adaptive pricing strategies to navigate market dynamics and drive growth.

Hershey reports solid Q1 performance, eyes growth amidst challenges

Hershey's Q1 performance met expectations with strong market share gains and innovative products. Despite challenges like cocoa volatility and inflation, the company is well-positioned for growth through strategic partnerships and cost-saving initiatives.

Hershey navigates core chocolate challenges, eyes growth in confections

Hershey faces challenges in core chocolate market share but sees growth opportunities in non-chocolate confections. The company's pricing strategy and cost-saving efforts aim to mitigate inflation impact. Leveraging digital capabilities and focusing on innovation are key strategies for future growth.

Hershey tackles inflation challenges and eyes growth through core brands

Hershey faces challenges from inflation and competition but sees opportunities in core brand growth and consumer behavior monitoring. The company's performance in Q3 2024 highlighted the importance of marketing spending and new leadership strategies for market share improvement.

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Hershey announced quarterly sales and profit on Thursday, riding on benefits from higher prices of its chocolates and candies at a time when demand has slowed.

Hershey tops quarterly estimates boosted by higher candy prices

The Hershey Company (NYSE:HSY ) Q3 2023 Earnings Conference Call October 26, 2023 8:30 AM ET Company Participants Melissa Poole - VP, IR Michele Buck - Chairman and CEO Steve Voskuil - SVP and CFO Conference Call Participants Andrew Lazar - Barclays Ken Goldman - JPMorgan Max Gumport - BNP Paribas Michael Lavery - Piper Sandler Pamela Kaufman - Morgan Stanley Bryan Spillane - Bank of America Robert Moskow - TD Cowen Chris Carey - Wells Fargo David Palmer - Evercore Alexia Howard - Bernstein Rob Dickerson - Jefferies John Baumgartner - Mizuho Securities Jim Salera - Stephens Inc. Operator Greetings, and welcome to The Hershey Company Third Quarter 2023 Question-and-Answer Session. At this time, all participants are in a listen-only mode.

The Hershey Company (HSY) Q3 2023 Earnings Call Transcript

As grocers increasingly shift their focus to their digital and omnichannel businesses, Hershey is seeing one of its key business customers pull back as it prioritizes eCommerce. In prepared remarks shared with analysts Thursday (Oct.

Hershey Sees ‘Key Retailer' Pulling Back Amid Digital Transformation

While the top- and bottom-line numbers for Hershey (HSY) give a sense of how the business performed in the quarter ended September 2023, it could be worth looking at how some of its key metrics compare to Wall Street estimates and year-ago values.

Compared to Estimates, Hershey (HSY) Q3 Earnings: A Look at Key Metrics

Hershey (HSY) came out with quarterly earnings of $2.60 per share, beating the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $2.47 per share. This compares to earnings of $2.17 per share a year ago.

Hershey (HSY) Beats Q3 Earnings and Revenue Estimates

Hershey's (HSY) third-quarter 2023 results reflect improved earnings and net sales on net price realization and volume gain.

Hershey's (HSY) Q3 Earnings Top Estimates, Sales Grow Y/Y

Hershey Co (NYSE:HSY) shares traded into positive territory, up 1.8% to $197.96, after the chocolate and snacks firm reported quarterly financials slightly ahead of Wall Street expectations. Third quarter sales amounted to $3.03 billion, up 11% year-over-year and above the $2.95 analyst consensus forecast, albeit the improved performance was driven by price increase.

Hershey stock sweetens in early deals as sales ease above expectations

Shares of Hershey Co. HSY, +2.20% rallied 2.3% in premarket trading Thursday after the chocolate and salty snacks company beat profit and revenue expectations, helped primarily by higher prices. Net income rose to $518.6 million, or $2.52 a share, from $399.5 million, or $1.94 a share, in the year-ago period.

Hershey's stock rallies after profit and sales beat expectations, boosted by higher prices and salty snacks strength

HERSHEY, Pa. , Oct. 26, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Hershey Company (NYSE: HSY) today announced net sales and earnings for the third quarter ended October 1, 2023, and reaffirmed its 2023 net sales and earnings outlook.

Hershey Reports Third-Quarter 2023 Financial Results; Reaffirms 2023 Net Sales and Earnings Outlook

Products found to contain excessive metal content included a dark chocolate bar and hot chocolate mix from Walmart and semi-sweet chocolate chips from Target.

Consumer Reports finds ‘concerning' lead levels in chocolate — calls on Hershey

Consumer Reports on Wednesday said it has found "concerning" levels of lead and cadmium in a new array of chocolate products, and renewed its call for Hershey to reduce the amounts of heavy metals its chocolate contains.

Consumer Reports finds more lead, cadmium in chocolate, urges change at Hershey

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The Hershey Company's (HSY) third-quarter performance is likely to reflect gains from solid demand and pricing actions. Prudent buyouts have also been a driver.

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Hershey (HSY) is actively diversifying and strengthening its business through strategic acquisitions, production enhancements and a keen focus on evolving consumer preferences.

Hershey (HSY) Keen on Acquisition & Innovation: Stock to Gain?

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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Hershey (HSY) concluded the recent trading session at $190.86, signifying a +1.71% move from its prior day's close.

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Hershey Co.'s HSY stock price has spiraled downward, plunging below the crucial $200 level.

Hershey Plummets Below $200, Marking Its Steepest Decline In Nearly Two Years Amid Market Uncertainty - Hershey (NYSE:HSY)

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The Hershey Company holds a dominant position in the chocolate industry with a 33% market share, surpassing its closest competitor, Mars. Hershey has focused on shareholder returns by increasing the dividend yield and buying back stock. The company's brand equity coupled with cost advantage has allowed for higher margins than peers.

Hershey: A Lot To Like, Except The Price

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Shares of Hershey Inc. HSY, +0.48% have reversed an earlier loss to be up 0.4% in afternoon trading, which puts them on track to snap the longest losing streak in 25 years. The chocolate seller's stock had been down 1.3% at the intraday low of $194.64, which was hit at about 11 a.m.

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