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RBC, Bernstein, and Goldman Sachs Analysts Reiterate or Issue Ratings on Hershey Co (HSY)

Hershey Park Union Workers Vote on Strike

DA Davidson lowers Hershey's target price to $208

Stephens Downgrades Hershey's Target Price to $250

Hershey released FY2026 Q1 earnings on April 30 Pre-Market (EST), actual revenue USD 3.104 B (forecast USD 3.026 B), actual EPS USD 2.13 (forecast USD 1.97)

Hershey Reports 93.6% Year-over-Year Growth in Net Income for Q1 2026

Hershey Reports Q1 2026 Financial Results Exceeding Expectations

RBC Predicts Hershey's Q1 Earnings to Be Strong and Reaffirms 2026 Guidance

Hershey Trust Company Sells 20,000 Hershey Common Shares

Hershey to release FY2026 Q1 earnings on April 30 Pre-Market EST, forecast revenue USD 3.029 B, EPS USD 1.9687

Hershey's Internal Shareholder Sells Shares, Stock Reacts to Sales and Earnings Guidance

Hershey Trust Sells 30,000 Shares of Hershey Common Stock

Hershey Trust Sells 20,000 Hershey Common Shares

JPMorgan Downgrades Hershey's Target Price to $211

JPMorgan Downgrades Hershey's Target Price

Hershey Trust Co Sells Hershey Company Shares

Hershey Reports 4.4% Net Sales Growth in 2025, Targets Industry-Leading Growth in 2026

Hershey Co. Announces the Restoration of Classic Swiss Caramel Peanut Butter Cup Recipe

Jefferies Maintains Hold Rating on Hershey

Hershey to Host 2026 Investor Day to Outline Next-Gen Snack Market Strategy

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The Sweets & Snacks Expo announced the winners of the 2026 Most Innovative New Product Awards, recognizing innovative candy and snack products. With nearly 500 entries, the awards highlight breakthrough innovations and trends. New honors include the Trailblazer and Powerhouse Awards. Notable winners include WARHEADS Loud Mouth Bites and Dot's Snack Mix. The expo showcases the latest trends in the confectionery and snack industries, hosted by the National Confectioners Association.

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High-yield dividend stocks like Coca-Cola, Hershey, Hormel, AGNC, Blue Owl, and Ford offer yields significantly above the S&P 500’s 1.05% average. Recent earnings from AGNC, Blue Owl, and Ford indicate that these dividends are supported by strong cash generation. However, investors should consider risks such as commodity price fluctuations and market pressures.

- Several companies, including Coca-Cola, Hershey, Hormel, AGNC, Blue Owl, and Ford, provide dividend yields significantly above the S&P 500’s average of 1.05%.  
- Recent earnings reports from AGNC, Blue Owl, and Ford indicate that their dividends are supported by actual cash flow generation, despite ongoing market fluctuations.  
- However, investors must consider potential risks such as commodity price volatility, challenges in specific sectors, and pressures on market valuations.

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RBC Capital's Nik Modi has reaffirmed a Hold rating on The Hershey Company (HSY) with a price target of $212.00. Modi has an average return of -3.9% and a 43.91% success rate. Bernstein's Alexia Burland Howard also issued a Hold rating, while Goldman Sachs maintained a Buy rating on the same day.

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RBC Capital Reaffirms Their Hold Rating on The Hershey Company (HSY)

Hershey Co. (HSY) shares fell 2.73% to $190.32 on Thursday, breaking a three-day winning streak, despite a strong overall market performance with the S&P 500 up 0.77%. The stock is currently 20.53% below its 52-week high of $239.48. In comparison, competitors like PepsiCo, Mondelez, and J.M. Smucker also saw declines, but at lesser rates. Trading volume was 1.6 million, below the 50-day average of 1.9 million.

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Hershey Co. Stock Underperforms Thursday When Compared To Competitors

Hershey Co. (HSY) shares rose 1.96% to $195.67 on a mixed trading day, marking the third consecutive day of gains. The stock remains 18.29% below its 52-week high of $239.48. In comparison, competitors like PepsiCo (PEP) and Mondelez (MDLZ) saw declines, while J.M. Smucker (SJM) increased by 0.54%. Trading volume for Hershey was 3.2 million, surpassing its 50-day average of 1.9 million.

Hershey Co. Stock Outperforms Competitors On Strong Trading Day

Hershey Co. (HSY) shares rose 1.42% to $191.91 on Tuesday, marking its second consecutive day of gains. However, the stock underperformed compared to competitors like PepsiCo, Mondelez, and J.M. Smucker, which saw higher gains. Hershey's stock remains 19.86% below its 52-week high of $239.48. The trading volume was 1.8 million, slightly below the 50-day average of 1.9 million. The overall market showed mixed results, with the Dow Jones up 0.11% and the S&P 500 down 0.16%.

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Hershey Co. Stock Underperforms Tuesday When Compared To Competitors Despite Daily Gains

Hersheypark is facing a potential strike as over 200 union workers vote this week on whether to strike ahead of the summer season. Workers are demanding higher wages, affordable healthcare, and better pay for less desirable shifts after rejecting the company's final contract offer. A strike could delay the park's transition to daily operations, impacting millions in visitor spending and regional tourism during the peak season.

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