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An operating expense is an expense a business incurs through its normal business operations. Often abbreviated as OPEX.

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Shares outstanding refer to a company's stock currently held by all its shareholders, including share blocks held by institutional investors and restricted shares owned by the company's officers and insiders.

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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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The Hershey Company (HSY) CEO Michele Buck on Q2 2019 Results - Earnings Call Transcript

Chocolate maker Hershey Co  said on Thursday its new price hikes would not add to its profit and sales in the remaining two quarters and gave a dull full-year forecast, sending its shares down as much as 5%.

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Hershey (HSY) Down on Weak View, Despite Q2 Earnings Beat

Hershey (HSY) delivered earnings and revenue surprises of 11.02% and 0.26%, respectively, for the quarter ended June 2019. Do the numbers hold clues to what lies ahead for the stock?

Hershey (HSY) Q2 Earnings and Revenues Top Estimates

Hershey (NYSE: HSY) reported second-quarter earnings of $1.31 per share, which beat the analyst consensus estimate of $1.17 by 11.97%.

Hershey Falls After Q2 Earnings

Hershey Co. HSY, -0.36% stock fell 4.2% in Thursday premarket trading after the candy and snack company gave full-year guidance below expectations.

Hershey stock falls after weak guidance

Chocolate maker Hershey Co  reported a 38% rise in quarterly profit on Thursday, helped by price hikes and lower raw material costs.

Hershey reports 38% rise in second-quarter profit

Hershey (HSY) is expected to deliver solid results in Q2 on the back of buyout synergies, prudent pricing and savings efforts.

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Hershey (HSY) continues to benefit from Margin for Growth initiative and the Amplify buyout.

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Hershey’s had a great first-quarter with growing revenues and expanding margins largely due to the Easter holiday timing.

Improving Margins And Growing Sales Allow Hershey's To Continue Paying Dividends

Confectioner beats expectations on strength of its non-candy acquisitions.

Hershey Finds Its Sweet Spot in Q1

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Hershey Co reported strong gross and operating margin expansion for the first quarter and raised its full-year margin guidance Thursday. 

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The Hershey's (HSY) CEO Michele Buck on Q1 2019 Results - Earnings Call Transcript

While management's focus on higher-margin products and price increases could dent sales in the near term, Hershey's first quarter was a strong start to 2019.

Strong Start to 2019 Pushes The Hershey Company Over 6% Higher Thursday Morning

Hershey's (HSY) Q1 earnings and sales increase year over year and also beat the Zacks Consensus Estimate.

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