$175.05▼ 2.18 (1.23%)
Real-time prices · US MarketsHigh-quality business with 33% return on equity and 12% profit margins.
cautious analyst consensus — few Buy ratings.
Quality
9.3
Health
7
Growth
9.1
Valuation
7.6
Sentiment
5.2
Analyst Target
$207.71
▲ +18.7% from current
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Fundamentals
Trailing P/E
23.9×
price-to-earnings
Forward P/E
17.7×
next 12 months est.
Market Cap
$35.2B
market capitalization
Div Yield
3.32%
dividend yield
Profit Margin
12.2%
net profit margin
Gross Margin
38.4%
revenue minus COGS
ROE
32.8%
return on equity
Beta
0.10
vs S&P 500
52-Week Range
$161 — $239
annual min — max
EPS — Estimate vs Actual
Frequently Asked Questions
What do analysts say about The Hershey Company right now?
The Hershey Company's Q·Score is 7.8/10 (Bullish), reflecting its current fundamentals, analyst data, and valuation metrics. High-quality business with 33% return on equity and 12% profit margins. Key area to monitor: cautious analyst consensus — few Buy ratings. This is an informational data summary only and does not constitute financial advice. Always do your own research before making any investment decision.
What is the analyst price target for HSY?
The consensus price target for HSY is $207.71, based on ratings from 21 Wall Street analysts. This is 18.7% above the current price of $175.05. Price targets are forward-looking estimates and not guarantees of future performance.
Is HSY overvalued or undervalued?
The Hershey Company (HSY) scores favorably on valuation metrics relative to sector peers and analyst targets. Its forward P/E ratio stands at 17.7×. The consensus analyst price target of $207.71 is 19% above the current price.
What is The Hershey Company's profit margin?
The Hershey Company has a net profit margin of 12.2%, which is solid for most industries. Its gross margin stands at 38.4%, reflecting a more cost-intensive business model.
What is HSY's dividend yield?
The Hershey Company currently offers a dividend yield of 3.32%, which is above the typical market average dividend yield. Dividend yields can change based on price movements and company payout decisions.
Is The Hershey Company's revenue growing?
The Hershey Company is reporting modest revenue growth of 6.6%. Earnings are also growing at 631.0%, indicating improving profitability.
How much debt does The Hershey Company have?
The Hershey Company has a debt-to-equity ratio of 1.30×, reflecting a moderately high debt load — watch cash flow coverage. Its current ratio is 1.18×, suggesting it should be monitored for near-term liquidity.