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Daily Hive Regulatory and legal Main company 🇺🇸 United States

Some popular Hershey chocolate has been recalled across Canada

Hershey Canada has issued a voluntary recall of certain lots of Hershey’s Kisses Creamy Milk Chocolate products across Canada due to undeclared almond content. The recall affects 200g and 104g bags with lot codes beginning with 51G and 51H, distributed between May 6 and …

HSY main company
Sharemaestro market context Price below Trend Line 52 weeks +4.7% HSY stored weekly price path from 15 Aug 2025 to 7 Aug 2026
TradingView Earnings Main company 🇺🇸 United States

Weekly Recap: Q2 earnings and CHIPS AHOY! Mystery Cookie launch

Mondelez International (MDLZ) reported strong Q2 results with $9.36 billion in revenue and $0.73 adjusted EPS, while returning $1.5 billion to shareholders. The company also raised its full-year organic growth forecast to at least 2% and launched a limited-edition CHIPS AHOY! Mystery Cookie promotion …

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Food Business News Earnings Main company 🇺🇸 United States

Hershey planning ‘action-packed’ second half of 2026

Hershey anticipates a strong second half of 2026, driven by new product launches, coordinated promotions, and a biopic about its founder. The company expects a 30% increase in brand investment and innovation compared to the first half, despite facing challenging year-over-year comparisons. Hershey also …

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Sharemaestro market context Price below Trend Line 52 weeks +4.7% HSY stored weekly price path from 15 Aug 2025 to 7 Aug 2026
TIKR.com Earnings Main company 🇺🇸 United States

Hershey’s Q2 Earnings Margin Jumped 452 Basis Points. Cocoa Costs Are Why.

Hershey's Q2 2026 earnings significantly surpassed expectations, with revenue of $2.79 billion and adjusted EPS of $1.90, largely driven by a 452 basis point increase in EBIT margin due to cocoa cost relief and productivity gains. Despite the strong performance, management maintained its 2027 …

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Simply Wall St Earnings Main company 🇺🇸 United States

The Hershey Company Just Beat Analyst Forecasts, And Analysts Have Been Updating Their Predictions

The Hershey Company (NYSE:HSY) recently exceeded Q2 analyst expectations with strong financial results, reporting revenues of US$2.8 billion and a statutory profit of US$2.26 per share. Following this performance, analysts have revised their 2026 earnings forecasts upwards, predicting an 11% increase in EPS to …

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Sharemaestro market context Price below Trend Line 52 weeks +4.7% HSY stored weekly price path from 15 Aug 2025 to 7 Aug 2026
https://marketingreport.one/ Macro sensitivity Main company 🇺🇸 United States

Fans drive REESE'S OREO triumph

The Hershey Company is celebrating the first anniversary of the REESE'S OREO Cup, a product born from consumer demand, with a new marketing campaign. This collaboration, featuring Lindsay Lohan, Amy Sedaris, and Patricia Arquette, highlights the product's significant commercial success, generating over $188 million …

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Tasting Table Market update Main company 🇺🇸 United States

The Nostalgic Hershey's Chocolate Bar That's Overdue For A Revival

Many nostalgic fans are calling for the return of the Hershey's S'mores bar, a discontinued candy that combined graham crackers, marshmallow, and Hershey's milk chocolate. Released in 2003 and pulled in 2012, the bar has garnered a strong online following and a petition for …

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PR Newswire Canada Regulatory and legal Main company 🇺🇸 United States

Hershey Canada Voluntarily Recalls Certain Lots of Hershey's Kisses Creamy Milk Chocolate Candy Due to Potential for Undeclared Almonds

Hershey Canada has issued a voluntary recall for specific lots of Hershey's Kisses Creamy Milk Chocolate candy in 200g and 104g bags due to the potential presence of undeclared almonds. This recall affects products distributed in Canada between May 6 and July 28, 2026, …

HSY main company
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TradingView Earnings Main company 🇺🇸 United States

Tootsie Roll Industries, Inc. Revenue Breakdown – NYSE:TR

This article provides a revenue breakdown for Tootsie Roll Industries, Inc. (NYSE: TR), highlighting its financial performance. The primary source of revenue is the United States, contributing $670.14 million USD last year and $653.66 million USD the year prior.

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Sharemaestro market context Price below Trend Line 52 weeks +6.6% TR stored weekly price path from 15 Aug 2025 to 7 Aug 2026
MarketBeat Earnings Main company 🇺🇸 United States

Hershey Company (The) $HSY Shares Sold by Arrowstreet Capital Limited Partnership

Arrowstreet Capital Limited Partnership reduced its stake in Hershey Company by 56.1% in the first quarter, selling over 63,000 shares but still retaining a significant holding. Despite this institutional sell-off, Hershey reported strong second-quarter results with revenue and adjusted EPS exceeding expectations, leading to …

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Tasting Table Market update Main company 🇺🇸 United States

Hershey's Non-Chocolate Candy Brands, Ranked Worst To Best

This article ranks six non-chocolate candy brands from Hershey's, from worst to best, based on flavor and texture. The author provides detailed critiques for each candy, highlighting issues like artificial taste, unpleasant aftertastes, and rubbery textures for lower-ranked items. Sour Strips ultimately top the …

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MarketBeat Earnings Main company 🇺🇸 United States

Hershey Company (The) $HSY Shares Acquired by Quantinno Capital Management LP

Quantinno Capital Management LP increased its stake in The Hershey Company (HSY) by 16.0% during the first quarter, now owning 127,291 shares valued at $26,463,000. Other hedge funds also adjusted their holdings in Hershey. The article also provides a financial overview of Hershey, including …

HSY main company
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Confectionery Production Earnings Main company 🇺🇸 United States

Hershey makes six-month results gains, despite broader market tests

The Hershey Company announced strong half-year results, with second-quarter net sales up 6.6% to $2.78 billion, driven by salty snacks and price increases. Despite a 629% year-on-year increase in Q2 net income to $457.7 million, the company faced challenges with an 8-point dip in …

HSY main company
Sharemaestro market context Price below Trend Line 52 weeks +4.7% HSY stored weekly price path from 15 Aug 2025 to 7 Aug 2026
MarketBeat Earnings Main company 🇺🇸 United States

Tootsie Roll Industries (NYSE:TR) Shares Cross Below 200-Day Moving Average - Time to Sell?

Tootsie Roll Industries (NYSE:TR) shares have fallen below their 200-day moving average, trading at $38.90 against a technical benchmark of $40.16. Despite this, Wall Street sentiment remains neutral with a "Hold" rating from analysts. The company recently reported quarterly EPS of $0.18 on $151.94 …

TR main company
Sharemaestro market context Price below Trend Line 52 weeks +6.6% TR stored weekly price path from 15 Aug 2025 to 7 Aug 2026
MarketBeat Earnings Main company 🇺🇸 United States

Hershey Company (The) $HSY Shares Acquired by Empowered Funds LLC

Empowered Funds LLC increased its stake in Hershey Company by 29.8% during the first quarter, now owning 33,268 shares valued at $6.916 million. Other institutional investors also adjusted their positions, and 57.96% of the stock is held by hedge funds and institutional investors. Despite …

HSY main company
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MarketBeat Analyst action Main company 🇺🇸 United States

Hershey (NYSE:HSY) Price Target Raised to $198.00

UBS Group has increased its price target for Hershey (NYSE:HSY) from $190.00 to $198.00, maintaining a "neutral" rating with a potential upside of 12.85%. This comes as Hershey reported strong quarterly earnings, surpassing revenue and EPS expectations, and reaffirmed its quarterly dividend. Despite these …

HSY main company
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TradingKey Earnings Main company 🇺🇸 United States

Tootsie Roll Industries Inc (TR) Risk Assessment: Volatility, Financial Risk & Investment Risk

This article provides a risk assessment for Tootsie Roll Industries Inc (TR), highlighting its current risk score of 7.54, which ranks 32nd out of 94 in the Food & Tobacco industry. The assessment notes the company's beta of 0.42, indicating lower volatility compared to …

TR main company
Sharemaestro market context Price below Trend Line 52 weeks +6.6% TR stored weekly price path from 15 Aug 2025 to 7 Aug 2026
Campaign US Market update Main company 🇺🇸 United States

Ad of the Week: Hershey’s ‘Two Fated Icons’ by Juxtapose Studio

Hershey's celebrates the first anniversary of its Reese's Oreo snack mashup with a new ad called "Two Fated Icons." Directed by Patricia Arquette and starring Lindsay Lohan and Amy Sedaris, the spot is a "Parent Trap" sendup that playfully brings together two distinct personalities, …

HSY main company
Sharemaestro market context Price below Trend Line 52 weeks +4.7% HSY stored weekly price path from 15 Aug 2025 to 7 Aug 2026
Confectionery News Earnings Main company 🇺🇸 United States

Hershey backs Summerween as Halloween arrives early

Hershey is embracing "Summerween," a growing trend that sees Halloween celebrations starting months early, driven by social media. This phenomenon extends the seasonal sales window for confectionery brands, with Hershey reporting increased demand and parents already purchasing Halloween treats. While critics warn of potential …

HSY main company
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Seeking Alpha Earnings Main company 🇺🇸 United States

Hershey: Big Margin Comeback, Bigger Dividend, Tougher Landscape (NYSE:HSY)

Hershey posted strong Q2 2026 results with adjusted EPS up 57% and gross margin expanding to 45.3%, leading to increased full-year guidance for net sales growth of 4.5–5% and adjusted EPS growth of 32.5–35%. Despite a margin recovery fueled by favorable cocoa contracts, the …

HSY main company
Sharemaestro market context Price below Trend Line 52 weeks +4.7% HSY stored weekly price path from 15 Aug 2025 to 7 Aug 2026
www.marketscreener.com Analyst action Main company 🇺🇸 United States

UBS Adjusts Price Target on Hershey Company to $198 From $190, Maintains Neutral Rating

UBS has increased its price target for The Hershey Company (HSY) to $198 from $190, while reiterating a Neutral rating on the stock. This adjustment comes amidst other analyst revisions for Hershey, with several firms modifying their price targets and maintaining various ratings (Neutral, …

HSY main company
Sharemaestro market context Price below Trend Line 52 weeks +4.7% HSY stored weekly price path from 15 Aug 2025 to 7 Aug 2026
MarketBeat Earnings Main company 🇺🇸 United States

Hershey Company (The) (NYSE:HSY) Receives Average Recommendation of "Hold" from Brokerages

Twenty-three brokerages have issued recommendations for The Hershey Company (NYSE:HSY), resulting in a consensus "Hold" rating, with 16 analysts recommending a hold and seven a buy. The average 12-month price target is set at approximately $208.28. Hershey recently reported strong quarterly results, with sales …

HSY main company
Sharemaestro market context Price below Trend Line 52 weeks +4.7% HSY stored weekly price path from 15 Aug 2025 to 7 Aug 2026
The Hershey Company Earnings Main company 🇺🇸 United States

Hershey Reports Second-Quarter 2026 Financial Results

The Hershey Company announced its financial results for the second quarter of 2026. The report was released on Thursday, July 30, 2026. This release provides key financial updates for the company during that period.

HSY main company
Sharemaestro market context Price below Trend Line 52 weeks +4.7% HSY stored weekly price path from 15 Aug 2025 to 7 Aug 2026
MarketBeat Earnings Main company 🇺🇸 United States

Hershey Company (The) (NYSE:HSY) Announces Quarterly Dividend of $1.45

Hershey Company (NYSE:HSY) has declared a quarterly dividend of $1.452 per share, payable on September 15th to shareholders of record on August 14th, representing an annualized payout of approximately $5.80 and a 3.3% yield. The company has increased its dividend for 15 consecutive years, …

HSY main company
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Morningstar Earnings Main company 🇺🇸 United States

Stepped Up Brand Investments Support Mondelez's Competitive Prowess

Mondelez, a wide-moat company, is enhancing its competitive standing through strategic brand investments. Despite volatility in cocoa prices, CEO Dirk Van de Put is committed to driving balanced sales and profit growth by extending distribution, funding brand investments, empowering local leaders, and accelerating innovation. …

MDLZ main company
Sharemaestro market context Trend signal active 52 weeks +3.5% MDLZ stored weekly price path from 15 Aug 2025 to 7 Aug 2026
Food Ingredients First Macro sensitivity Main company 🇺🇸 United States

Hershey profitability rebounds as higher prices pressure confectionery demand

Hershey's profitability improved in Q2 2026 due to lower commodity costs, price increases, and productivity gains, rebounding from a significant dip in Q4 2025. However, higher prices led to substantial volume declines, particularly in North American confectionery, indicating that consumers are sensitive to increased …

HSY main company
Sharemaestro market context Price below Trend Line 52 weeks +4.7% HSY stored weekly price path from 15 Aug 2025 to 7 Aug 2026
ABC27 Earnings Main company 🇺🇸 United States

Hershey stock down despite profitable quarter

The Hershey Company's stock dropped about 3% despite reporting strong quarterly profits of $460 million on $2.8 billion in sales. The company noted concerns about consumer spending habits due to higher gas prices, leading to a shift towards nutrition bars over chocolate. Despite these …

HSY main company
Sharemaestro market context Price below Trend Line 52 weeks +4.7% HSY stored weekly price path from 15 Aug 2025 to 7 Aug 2026
Yahoo! Finance Canada Earnings Main company 🇺🇸 United States

Hershey Q2 Earnings Beat Estimates on Pricing and Margin Gains

The Hershey Company reported strong second-quarter 2026 results, surpassing analyst estimates for both earnings and net sales. The positive performance was driven by pricing gains, improved profitability, and contributions from the LesserEvil acquisition. The company also revised its full-year 2026 outlook upwards for net …

HSY main company
Sharemaestro market context Price below Trend Line 52 weeks +4.7% HSY stored weekly price path from 15 Aug 2025 to 7 Aug 2026
Confectionery News Deals and strategy Main company 🇺🇸 United States

Hershey raises 2026 forecast following blockbuster Q2

The Hershey Company reported impressive Q2 2026 results, with net sales up 6.6% to $2.78 billion and a net income surge of 629% year-on-year. This strong performance, supported by the LesserEvil acquisition and brand investments, has led Hershey to raise its full-year 2026 guidance …

HSY main company
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Investing.com Earnings Main company 🇺🇸 United States

Earnings call transcript: Hershey tops Q2 2026 estimates as shares slip

The Hershey Company reported stronger-than-expected Q2 2026 results, with adjusted EPS of $1.90 and revenue of $2.79 billion, surpassing analyst estimates. Despite the beat, shares slipped 0.76% in premarket trading, indicating investor concerns over margin pressure and a cautious outlook. The company expects stronger …

HSY main company
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StockStory Earnings Main company 🇺🇸 United States

Hershey (NYSE:HSY) Reports Upbeat Q2 CY2026

Hershey (NYSE:HSY) reported stronger-than-expected revenue and non-GAAP profit in Q2 CY2026, with sales up 6.6% year-on-year to $2.79 billion. While the company's financial results beat analyst estimates, its full-year EPS guidance was in line with expectations, leading to a slight dip in stock price. …

HSY main company
Sharemaestro market context Price below Trend Line 52 weeks +4.7% HSY stored weekly price path from 15 Aug 2025 to 7 Aug 2026
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Hershey reports higher Q2 sales, earnings; tightens 2026 outlook (HSY:NYSE)

The Hershey Company reported stronger second-quarter results, surpassing consensus estimates with a 6.6% year-over-year increase in net sales to $2.79 billion. The company attributed this growth to strategic pricing actions, reduced commodity costs, and productivity savings. Hershey also tightened its full-year 2026 outlook ranges.

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Sharemaestro market context Price below Trend Line 52 weeks +4.7% HSY stored weekly price path from 15 Aug 2025 to 7 Aug 2026
www.marketscreener.com Earnings Main company 🇺🇸 United States

Earnings Flash (HSY) The Hershey Company Reports Q2 Net Sales $2.79B

The Hershey Company reported Q2 net sales of $2.79 billion. The company also updated its earnings guidance for the full year 2026, with adjusted earnings and revenue rising. Several analysts have recently adjusted their price targets for Hershey, maintaining various ratings from Hold to …

HSY main company
Sharemaestro market context Price below Trend Line 52 weeks +4.7% HSY stored weekly price path from 15 Aug 2025 to 7 Aug 2026
Stock Titan Earnings Main company 🇺🇸 United States

Hershey Marks Its 386th Consecutive Common Stock Dividend

The Hershey Company announced its 386th consecutive regular dividend on Common Stock and 167th on Class B Common Stock. The quarterly dividends are $1.452 per share on Common Stock and $1.320 per share on Class B Common Stock, payable on September 15, 2026, to …

HSY main company
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Pluang Earnings Main company 🇺🇸 United States

Hershey reports Q2 sales up 6.6%, net income surges 629%, raises 2026 outlook.

The Hershey Company reported significant growth in Q2 2026, with net sales increasing by 6.6% to $2.79 billion and net income surging by 629% to $457.7 million. This was primarily attributed to price increases and productivity gains, despite volume declines. The company has also …

HSY main company
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WSJ Earnings Main company 🇺🇸 United States

Hershey’s Sales Rise, Boosted by Salty Snacks

Hershey's reported higher sales in its latest quarter, driven by strong growth in its salty snacks business in North America. The company, known for Reese's and Twizzlers, also raised its full-year guidance, attributing the positive outlook to momentum and increased investment in its brands, …

HSY main company
Sharemaestro market context Price below Trend Line 52 weeks +4.7% HSY stored weekly price path from 15 Aug 2025 to 7 Aug 2026

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