Companies
Hershey Company (The)
S&P 500Consumer Staples· USA

HSY

Status-Quo-Player

Hershey Company (The)

$197.61

-2.33%

Open $200.24·Prev $202.32

as of 13 Apr

STATUS-QUO-PLAYER

Power Core

Power Core in one sentence: Hershey's moat is the behavioral automaticity of American chocolate consumption, where the brand is not chosen so much as assumed.

Published1 Apr 2026
UniverseS&P 500
SectorConsumer Staples

Direction of Movement

Lateral Trajectory With Downward Bias From Commodity Pressure

ROC 200

+21.0%

Company Profile

The Hershey Company manufactures and markets a diverse portfolio of confectionery products and pantry staples in the United States and internationally. Operating through three key segments—North America Confectionery, North America Salty Snacks, and International—it produces chocolate and non-chocolate confectionery, gum and mint refreshment products including mints, chewing gums, and bubble gums, protein bars, and pantry items such as baking ingredients, toppings, beverages, and sundae syrups. The company also offers snack items, leveraging its strong market position in the traditional chocolate and non-chocolate confectionery sectors, as well as grocery and snacks categories across the U.S. and Canada. Iconic brands like Hershey's, Reese's, Kit Kat, Kisses, and Ice Breakers form the core of its offerings, catering to consumers seeking indulgent treats and everyday essentials. Founded in 1894 and headquartered in Hershey, Pennsylvania, The Hershey Company plays a pivotal role in the global confectionery industry, distributing products through various retail channels.

Sector

Consumer Defensive

Industry

Confectioners

Employees

18,540

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