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The Hershey Company (HSY)

Consumer Goods · US stock

What changed in recent filings

  • Revenue +7% YoYQuarter ended Jun 28, 2026
  • North America Confectionery segment 83% → 78%Sep 30, 2024 → Jun 30, 2026
  • Institutions — 1 new · 2 added · 3 reduced13F · as of end of 2026 Q2
  • Free cash flow declined recentlyDec 31, 2025 → Jun 28, 2026

What changed in recent SEC filings — factual, not a buy/sell recommendation.

The Hershey Company recent earnings releases

Based on SEC filings. The release date is the day the earnings filing (8-K) was accepted; for quarters where that filing was not found, the periodic report filing date is shown.

  • 26Q2Released Jul 30, 2026
    Revenue +6.6% YoY
    Released before the open: Jul 29 close → Jul 30 close, the stock moved -3.6% · over the same window, market +1.7% · sector -2.1%
  • 26Q1Released Apr 30, 2026
    Revenue +10.6% YoY
    Released before the open: Apr 29 close → Apr 30 close, the stock moved -1.8% · over the same window, market +1.0% · sector +1.5%
  • 25Q4Released Feb 5, 2026
    Revenue +7.0% YoY
    Released before the open: Feb 4 close → Feb 5 close, the stock moved +9.0% · over the same window, market -1.2% · sector -1.0%
  • 25Q3Released Oct 30, 2025
    Revenue +6.5% YoY
    Released before the open: Oct 29 close → Oct 30 close, the stock moved -2.4% · over the same window, market -1.1% · sector -0.9%

The next earnings release is estimated around Oct 29, 2026 (calculated from how long this company has taken between quarter end and filing; it is not a date announced by the company).

Institutions holding The Hershey Company

How many of the institutions we track reported holding this stock, quarter by quarter.

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2019 Q1 · 42019 Q2 · 32019 Q3 · 32019 Q4 · 42020 Q1 · 42020 Q2 · 52020 Q3 · 42020 Q4 · 42021 Q1 · 42021 Q2 · 52021 Q3 · 52021 Q4 · 52022 Q1 · 52022 Q2 · 62022 Q3 · 62022 Q4 · 52023 Q1 · 82023 Q2 · 72023 Q3 · 62023 Q4 · 72024 Q1 · 62024 Q2 · 72024 Q3 · 62024 Q4 · 52025 Q1 · 52025 Q2 · 42025 Q3 · 42025 Q4 · 32026 Q1 · 62026 Q2 · 6
19 Q122 Q326 Q2

2019 Q1: 4 → 2026 Q2: 6 institutions

Counts the 52 institutions we track that reported holding this stock — their full reported holdings, not just the largest positions. Not the total number of institutional holders in the US. Figures are as of quarter-end and disclosed up to 45 days later. Descriptive only — not investment advice.

Which institutions hold The Hershey Company

Institutions we track that reported holding this stock in their most recent 13F.

  • National Pension Service (Korea)0.04% of portfolio · held as of 2019 Q1 or earlier
  • Bridgewater Associates0.01% of portfolio · since 2020 Q1
  • Maverick Capital0.01% of portfolio · since 2025 Q4
  • Caisse de depot (Quebec)0.04% of portfolio · since 2026 Q1
  • Capital World Investors0.07% of portfolio · since 2026 Q1
  • GQG PartnersNew this quarter0.90% of portfolio · since 2026 Q2

Based on 13F filings — quarter-end holdings, disclosed up to 45 days later. Holding a stock is a fact we report, not a recommendation to buy or sell.

Q2 2026 13F recap — stocks several institutions bought and sold together →

Company overview

The Hershey Company Common Stock represents ownership in The Hershey Company, a leading consumer packaged goods business focused on confectionery and snack foods. The company develops, manufactures, and markets a broad portfolio of chocolate and other confectionery products, along with salty snacks and related treats for everyday consumption. Its products are sold through grocery, convenience, mass retail, club, drug, and specialty channels, making it an important participant in the global packaged food market. The Hershey Company operates through North America Confectionery, North America Salty Snacks, and International segments, reflecting its mix of branded sweets, snack offerings, and overseas distribution. Headquartered in Hershey, Pennsylvania, The Hershey Company remains recognized for its portfolio of widely known household brands and its role in branded snacking and confectionery distribution.

What is the Consumer Goods sector?

Staples, sportswear, and food & drink. Defensive dividend names.

The Hershey Company is classified under the Consumer Goods sector. See peers below.

The Hershey Company key financials

Based on SEC filings · as of Jun 28, 2026

19.0%
1.14x
as of Jun 28, 2026

Tap a metric name to see its meaning in the glossary.

The Hershey Company vs Consumer Goods sector benchmark

Median of 37 representative sector stocks · SEC filings · factual comparison (not advice)

Revenue growth (YoY)
7.7%vs benchmark 5.2%↑ above
Operating margin
23.1%vs benchmark 17.4%↑ above
Net margin
12.2%vs benchmark 11.1%↑ above
ROE
19.0%vs benchmark 12.5%↑ above

A simple comparison to the sector benchmark. Higher or lower doesn’t mean good/bad or buy/sell.

HSY revenue by segment summary

SEC 10-Q · segment totals cross-checked against total revenue

2026-06-28 revenue was $2.8B, +6.6% YoY.

The largest segment is North America Confectionery, 78.0% of revenue — a highly concentrated structure.

Recent revenue growth was led mainly by the North America Confectionery segment (about 51% of the increase).

Full segment weights, YoY changes, and an AI synthesis are available in the detailed analysis.

HSY segment revenue mix trend

Quarterly change in segment revenue share · verified from SEC filings

Sep '24Mar '25Sep '25Jun '26
North America Confectionery 78%North America Salty Snacks 14%International 8%

ETFs holding The Hershey Company

Per SEC N-PORT · 2026-06-30 · by weight · factual

XLPState Street(R) Consumer Staples Select Sector SPDR(R) ETF
1.69%
SCHDSchwab U.S. Dividend Equity ETF
0.72%
RSPInvesco S&P 500 Equal Weight ETF
0.19%
VYMVANGUARD HIGH DIVIDEND YIELD INDEX FUND
0.10%
VTVVANGUARD VALUE INDEX FUND
0.10%
SPY
0.04%
VOOVANGUARD 500 INDEX FUND
0.04%
IVViShares Core S&P 500 ETF
0.04%
VTIVANGUARD TOTAL STOCK MARKET INDEX FUND
0.04%
ITOTiShares Core S&P Total U.S. Stock Market ETF
0.04%

HSY on Stocklore

  • Revenue by segment — segment weights verified from SEC filings, YoY changes, growth drivers and concentration
  • Financials & earnings quality — 6 metrics (FCF conversion, ROIC, net debt, etc.) to gauge profit quality
  • 13F institutional holdings — holdings and weight changes of major institutions (45-day delay)
  • Sector-relative metrics — Valuation and growth compared with the Consumer Goods average
See full HSY analysis →

Peers · Consumer Goods

HSY FAQ

What is The Hershey Company (HSY)?

The Hershey Company Common Stock represents ownership in The Hershey Company, a leading consumer packaged goods business focused on confectionery and snack foods. The company develops, manufactures, and markets a broad portfolio of chocolate and other confectionery products, along with salty snacks and related treats for everyday consumption. Its products are sold through grocery, convenience, mass retail, club, drug, and specialty channels, making it an important participant in the global packaged food market. The Hershey Company operates through North America Confectionery, North America Salty Snacks, and International segments, reflecting its mix of branded sweets, snack offerings, and overseas distribution. Headquartered in Hershey, Pennsylvania, The Hershey Company remains recognized for its portfolio of widely known household brands and its role in branded snacking and confectionery distribution.

What sector is The Hershey Company in?

The Hershey Company is classified under Consumer Goods. Staples, sportswear, and food & drink. Defensive dividend names.

What are The Hershey Company's key financials?

As of Jun 28, 2026 in SEC filings: Revenue growth (YoY) 7.7%, Operating margin 23.1%, Net margin 12.2%, ROE 19.0%, Debt-to-equity 1.14x. Definitions and interpretation are available on Stocklore.

What are The Hershey Company's main revenue segments?

The largest segment is North America Confectionery, about 78.0% of revenue. Segment totals are cross-checked against total revenue from SEC filings.

Where can I analyze The Hershey Company (HSY) stock?

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