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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, Pa., Feb. 4, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- The Hershey Company (NYSE: HSY) today announced net sales and earnings for the fourth quarter and full year ended December 31, 2020. "2020 was a year of unexpected challenges and hardship, but also one that brought opportunity, resilience and...

Hershey Reports Fourth-Quarter and Full-Year 2020 Financial Results; Provides 2021 Outlook

Hershey's (HSY) fourth-quarter 2020 results are likely to reflect strength in the North America segment and gains from buyouts, though the International segment has been soft for a while.

Here's How Hershey (HSY) Looks Ahead of Q4 Earnings Release

The chocolate and snacks company is trying to move quicker to adapt to changing consumer behavior as people shop more online and extend seasonal celebrations.

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Hershey's diluted EPS and FCF payout ratios remain sustainable for the long term at 49.9% and 59.5% YTD, respectively. Hershey has delivered 0.8% YoY net sales growth in the first 9 months of 2020 and 5.4% YoY diluted EPS growth, which reinforces Hershey's resiliency as a business.

Hershey: Poised To Deliver 9-10% Annual Total Returns Over The Next Decade

Snack and food company Hershey Co (NYSE: HSY) has multiple catalysts ahead that would justify multiple expansion in 2021 and beyond, according to BofA Securities.  The Analyst: Bryan Spillane upgraded Hershey's from Neutral to Buy with a price target lifted from $156 to $168.

Hershey Is A Sweet Stock Pick, BofA Says In Bullish Turn

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Hershey (HSY) has been seeing strength in its North America segment, thanks to solid volumes and pricing. However, soft traffic in retail stores and reduced travel have hurt its International segment.

Hershey's (HSY) North America Unit Solid, International Weak

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Ivory Coast will lift a suspension on cocoa sustainability schemes run by U.S.-based Hershey on its territory that it imposed earlier this week, according to a letter addressed to the chocolate maker and seen by Reuters.

Ivory Coast to lift suspension of Hershey cocoa sustainability schemes

Ivory Coast and Ghana are cancelling all cocoa sustainability schemes run by U.S.-based Hershey in the west African countries, accusing the chocolatemaker of trying to avoid paying a cocoa premium aimed at combating farmer poverty.

Ivory Coast, Ghana cancel cocoa sustainability schemes run by chocolatemaker Hershey

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Hershey Causes A Chocolate Futures Melt Up

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U.S. company Hershey grabs cocoa stocks from exchange, avoids African price premium

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The candy giant had some good news for investors in its latest operating update.

Hershey Earnings: Rebounding Demand and Higher Margins

The Hershey Company (NYSE: HSY) reported its financial results on Friday that blew past Wall Street estimates for profit and revenue in the fiscal third quarter. The company also gave upbeat guidance for the full year on Friday.

Hershey's swings to a surprise profit in the fiscal third quarter

The Hershey Co. posted a sweet third-quarter profit as Americans stocked up on chocolate and baked their own treats amid the coronavirus pandemic. The Pennsylvania candy maker's operating profits climbed 33 percent to $611 million from July to September as locked-down consumers gobbled up Hershey bars and Reese's peanut butter cups — well before the.

Hershey profits soar as US binges on sweets during COVID-19 lockdowns

The Hershey Company (HSY) CEO Michele Buck on Q3 2020 Results - Earnings Call Transcript

Hershey's sales shot up in the three months to September 30 as more people bought candy, chocolate, and baking products during lockdown, it said Friday. Sales of Hershey's baking products — including peanut butter, syrup, chocolate chips, and cocoa powder — rose 15.7% across North America in the quarter, the company said.

Hershey's says chocolate and peanut butter are booming, pushing its profits past $500 million — but social distancing means people aren't buying its gum or breath mints

Hershey's (HSY) third-quarter 2020 results reflect higher sales and earnings on strength across the North America segment.

Hershey's (HSY) Q3 Earnings Surpass Estimates, Sales Up

Hershey (HSY) delivered earnings and revenue surprises of 8.77% and 3.01%, respectively, for the quarter ended September 2020. Do the numbers hold clues to what lies ahead for the stock?

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