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The Hershey Company (HSY) Stock Grade

HSY · Consumer Defensive

B
Grade updated: July 18, 2026
Computed by the GradeMyInvestments scoring model from revenue growth, profitability, balance-sheet strength, and analyst targets.
Market Cap
$37.0B
P/E Ratio
41.9
Revenue Growth (YoY)
+4.4%
Net Margin
7.6%
Return on Equity
19.0%
Dividend Yield
3.0%

About The Hershey Company's fundamentals

The Hershey Company operates as a large-cap confectionery manufacturer with $37.0 billion in market capitalization, currently generating revenue growth of 4.4% year-over-year with a net profit margin of 7.6%. The company demonstrates solid capital efficiency with a 19.0% return on equity and offers shareholders a 3.0% dividend yield. However, the stock trades at a notably elevated valuation with a P/E ratio of 41.9, reflecting significant market expectations built into its current price.

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