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The Hershey Company unwraps 2026 Halloween lineup

The Hershey Company has revealed its most extensive and diverse Halloween lineup for 2026, featuring over 20 new seasonal products across sweet, savory, and healthier snack categories. The "Hersheyween" portfolio includes innovations like Sour Strips, Jolly Rancher Gummies Trickies Minis, and returning favorites like Reese's Pumpkins, alongside new offerings from Pirate's Booty, Reese's Sweet & Salty, SkinnyPop, and …

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Hershey launches over 20 new Halloween-themed products

The Hershey Company has launched over 20 new Halloween-themed products, expanding its chocolate, sweets, and salty snacks lines based on extensive consumer research. This rollout includes returning favorites like Reese’s Pumpkins and new items such as Jolly Rancher Gummies Trickies Minis and savory options …

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Hershey's unveils Halloween lineup, adding gummies, shapes and salty snacks to its seasonal portfolio

Hershey's has revealed its new "Hersheyween" lineup for Halloween, expanding its offerings to include more gummies, salty snacks, and fun-shaped chocolates. This shift is a direct response to consumer trends showing an increased preference for fruity, chewy, and sour gummies, as well as an …

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The Hershey Company Unwraps Its 2026 Halloween Portfolio

The Hersheyween lineup features more than 20 seasonal product innovations inspired by how consumers are celebrating Halloween earlier and across more occasions HERSHEY, Pa., Aug. 13, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The Hershey Company is unveiling its largest and most diverse Halloween portfolio to date, offering …

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Hershey’s push for premiumisation picks up pace

Hershey is intensifying its premiumization strategy through product innovation, strategic acquisitions, and a focus on affordable indulgence to meet evolving consumer demands and offset rising input costs. While its core brands maintain mass-market appeal, the company is expanding into higher-margin segments like better-for-you snacking …

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Sector studies from Hershey reveal consumers embracing "Summerween"

New studies from Hershey indicate that "Summerween" is a growing trend, with consumers beginning Halloween celebrations and candy purchases long before October. This phenomenon, especially popular among Gen Z, extends the spooky season and is driven by anticipation, connection, and community, leading to increased …

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Hershey Chief Accounting Officer Sells 710 Shares for $128,354

Jennifer Mccalman, VP, Chief Accounting Officer at The Hershey Company, sold 710 shares of common stock for $128,354 on August 6, 2026. This transaction was conducted under a Rule 10b5-1 trading plan and represents a 17% reduction in her direct equity holdings, leaving her …

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Hershey report: Anticipation is reshaping Halloween

A new Hershey's report, "Unwrapping Halloween: Hershey's State of the Season Report," reveals that Americans are turning Halloween into a prolonged season, starting as early as July with "Summerween." This shift is driven by anticipation, connection, and community, moving away from Halloween being a …

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2 Reasons to Like HSY (and 1 Not So Much)

2 Reasons to Like HSY (and 1 Not So Much) Hershey has gotten torched over the last six months - since February 2026, its stock price has dropped 20.4% to $182.33 per share. This may have investors wondering how to approach the situation. Following …

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Hershey CFO Steven Voskuil Sells 950 Shares for $171,000

Hershey CFO Steven Voskuil sold 950 shares of the company's common stock for $171,000 on August 5, 2026, under a pre-scheduled Rule 10b5-1 trading plan. This transaction, representing a small portion of his total holdings, leaves him with 52,245 shares valued at $9.38 million. …

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Trump administration proposes closing loophole for food ingredients

[Woman Reading Ingredients On Food Item] Tom Werner/DigitalVision via Getty Images The Trump administration plans to tighten oversight of ingredients as part of Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s effort to overhaul the food system. The Department of Health and Human Services proposed a …

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Hershey reports strong Q2 2026 financial results as higher prices offset volume declines

The Hershey Company announced strong Q2 2026 financial results, with consolidated net sales increasing by 6.6% to US$2,787.3 million, primarily driven by higher prices that offset volume declines. The company also reported a significant increase in net income and adjusted diluted earnings per share, …

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CEOs Pushed White House to Delay Ultra-Processed Food Definition

(Bloomberg) -- Food company executives intervened in recent weeks to persuade the Trump administration not to release a proposed definition of ultra-processed food, according to people familiar with the discussions. Most Read from Bloomberg China Unleashes $28 Trillion Capital Markets to Challenge US in …

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Everything Vegan at Hershey’s, From Dairy-Free Reese’s to Shaq Gummies

Hershey's, a long-standing American favorite in confectionery, has expanded its product line to include several vegan options. While classic Hershey's Kisses still contain dairy, the company introduced oat milk-based chocolate products in 2023, including Reese’s Plant Based Peanut Butter Cups and Hershey's Plant Based …

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The Premium Hershey's Chocolate That Rivaled Dove Vanished Without Explanation

Hershey's Bliss, a premium chocolate introduced in 2008 to compete with Dove, mysteriously disappeared from store shelves around 2016. Despite various flavors and a marketing strategy to mimic Dove's premium appeal, Hershey's Bliss was ultimately discontinued after a prolonged legal battle between Hershey and …

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Mondelez: This Wide-Moat Stock Is Still a Buy After Its Rally

Mondelez International (MDLZ) stock has risen over 16% in 2026 but remains 20% undervalued according to Morningstar's $77 fair value estimate. The company holds a wide economic moat due to strong brands and global scale, consistently investing in its portfolio and supply chain for …

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Campaign Asia Agency of the Year Awards 2026 Unveils Its Most Extensive Regional Judging Panel as Final Entry Deadline Nears

More than 80 senior marketing leaders from leading brands across Asia-Pacific to evaluate the region's best agencies. HONG KONG, Aug. 10, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Campaign Asia-Pacific, Haymarket Media Asia's leading media, marketing and advertising title, has unveiled its most extensive regional judging panel for …

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Warren Buffett Donated $6 Billion of Berkshire Stock to Family Foundations and Cut Off the Gates Foundation for the First Time in 20 Years. Does This Change the Investment Case for Berkshire?

Key Points Big shareholders have a big voice at companies. As Warren Buffett donates his Berkshire Hathaway stock to foundations, the pressure for the company to pay dividends could increase.10 stocks we like better than Berkshire Hathaway › Berkshire Hathaway(NYSE: BRKA)(NYSE: BRKB) ended the …

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Assenagon Asset Management S.A. Grows Position in Hershey Company (The) $HSY

Assenagon Asset Management S.A. significantly increased its stake in The Hershey Company (NYSE:HSY) by 4,450.0% in the second quarter, now owning 238,282 shares valued at $41,807,000. Several other hedge funds also adjusted their holdings in Hershey. Analysts have a "Hold" consensus rating on the …

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The Hershey's Bar Most Shoppers Never Saw Full-Sized

Hershey's Krackel bars are rarely seen in full-sized versions, despite consistent demand from fans online. The full-sized Krackel was discontinued in 1997, briefly reintroduced in 2014, and then reverted to miniature sizes only within a year. It appears Hershey's may continue to offer Krackel …

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Tootsie Roll (TR) Stock Rich Valuation Meets Quarterly Profit Pressure

Tootsie Roll Industries (TR) is trading at a rich trailing P/E of 31.1x despite only 5% earnings growth over the past year and recent Q2 2026 results showing a 24% drop in net income and EPS. While revenue remained broadly flat, suggesting steady demand, …

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Not Jolly Ranchers Or Twizzlers: This Is Hershey's Best Non-Chocolate Candy By Far

The article argues that Sour Strips are Hershey's best non-chocolate candy, surpassing more traditional brands like Jolly Ranchers or Twizzlers. Acquired by Hershey's in 2024 for $75.5 million, Sour Strips were created by YouTuber Maxx Chewning and gained rapid popularity for their intense sourness …

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Janus Henderson Group PLC Boosts Stock Position in Hershey Company (The) $HSY

Janus Henderson Group PLC significantly increased its stake in The Hershey Company (HSY) by 72.7% in the first quarter, bringing its total holdings to 18,986 shares valued at approximately $3.95 million. Hershey reported strong Q1 earnings, with EPS of $1.90 and revenue of $2.79 …

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The Hershey Company Stock 12‑Month Price Target Cut to $203.83, Implies 12% Upside

The average 12-month price target for The Hershey Company (HSY) stock has been lowered by analysts from $205.63 to $203.83, still implying a 12% potential upside from its Aug. 7 closing price. The consensus rating for HSY remains a "Buy" among 25 analysts, with …

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Tootsie Roll Industries Inc (TR) Earnings Forecast: Future EPS & Revenue Growth Estimates

This article provides an earnings forecast for Tootsie Roll Industries Inc (TR), detailing future EPS and revenue growth estimates. It includes current stock information such as market cap and P/E ratio, along with a peer comparison. The content also lists various financial forecasting metrics …

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Tootsie Roll Q2 FY26 EPS falls 21.7% to $0.18; net product sales slip 0.8% to $151.94 million

Tootsie Roll reported a significant decline in its Q2 FY26 earnings, with EPS falling 21.7% to $0.18 and net product sales slipping 0.8% to $151.94 million. The company cited various factors for the poor performance, including sales timing, higher trade promotions, elevated cocoa and …

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Tootsie Roll Industries (TR) Releases Q2 2026 Earnings: Revenue Declines and Operating Losses

Tootsie Roll Industries (TR) reported a decline in Q2 2026 revenue to $154.2 million and an operating loss of $1.6 million, contrasting with a positive net income of $13.3 million. The company experienced weaker cash flow with operating cash flow at -$22.4 million. Institutional …

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Tootsie Roll Industries Inc Q2 2026: Revenue $151.9M, EPS $0.18— 10-Q Summary

Tootsie Roll Industries Inc. reported Q2 2026 results with revenue of $151.9 million and diluted EPS of $0.18. Net income fell to $13.3 million due to higher commodity and packaging costs, and increased trade promotion spending. The company is also undertaking a major plant …

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Form 8K Tootsie Roll Industries Inc For: 7 August By Investing.com

This article announces that Tootsie Roll Industries Inc. has filed a Form 8K on August 7th. The brief piece, published by Investing.com, provides no further details beyond the filing announcement. It includes stock market data and other Investing.com features.

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Hershey expands partnership with Publicis for international media

Hershey is expanding its partnership with Publicis by transitioning its international media responsibilities to the agency, effective January 1, 2027. This decision follows an evaluation of Hershey's global media ecosystem and aims to strengthen marketing capabilities for long-term growth in international markets. Publicis's global …

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Tootsie Roll Industries, Inc. (TR) Stock Forecasts

Argus has raised its target price for Tootsie Roll Industries Inc. (TR) to $42.00. Tootsie Roll Industries, known for confectionery products like Tootsie Roll and Charms, is classified under the Consumer Defensive sector. The full report with detailed insights is available to Yahoo Finance …

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Is Hershey’s Upgraded Outlook, Buyback and Recall Altering The Investment Case For HSY?

The Hershey Company recently reported strong second-quarter results, raising full-year 2026 earnings guidance and announcing a new $500 million share repurchase program, affirming confidence in its cash generation. However, these positive developments are tempered by a national recall of Hershey’s Kisses due to undeclared …

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Hershey Company (NYSE: HSY) holder files to sell 710 shares under Rule 144

A holder of Hershey Company (NYSE: HSY) stock has filed a Rule 144 notice to sell 710 shares with an aggregate market value of $128,353.80. The transaction is anticipated to occur on August 6, 2026, through Fidelity Brokerage Services LLC on the NYSE. The …

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Hershey plans busy second half of 2026

Hershey expects a busy second half of 2026, driven by new product launches, coordinated promotions for holidays and football season, and buzz from a forthcoming biopic about its founder. The company projects a 30% increase in brand investment and innovation compared to the first …

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BlackRock, Inc. Trims Tootsie Roll Industries Inc (TR) Stake -- Shares Trade 26% Above GF Value

BlackRock, Inc. has significantly reduced its stake in Tootsie Roll Industries Inc (TR) by selling over 1.1 million shares, indicating a strategic portfolio adjustment. This move comes as Tootsie Roll's stock is trading approximately 26% above its intrinsic value estimate according to GuruFocus. While …

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Hershey Kisses are being recalled due to undeclared almonds

Hershey Kisses in 104g and 200g packages are being recalled in Canada due to undeclared almonds, posing a risk to individuals with tree nut allergies. The recall, initiated after a reported allergic reaction, affects specific UPC codes and best-before dates. The Canadian Food Inspection …

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