As market volatility persists in 2024 with the presidential election on the horizon, investors look towards more stable investments. Consumer staples stocks are a reliable choice for those seeking to navigate these turbulent times. These stocks represent companies that produce and sell essential goods and services, such as food, beverages, household products and personal care items. This makes investing in the sector extremely attractive, as companies can generate consistent revenue and cash flows. Moreover ...

Newly formed team to service U.S. CMG, salty and protein business units HERSHEY, Pa., July 11, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Hershey Company (NYSE: HSY) has selected a newly created team, MiltonONE, from Publicis, as the agency of record for the company's U.S. candy, mint, gum (CMG), salty and protein business units. This completes a comprehensive review of all media and solidifies the opportunity to centralize integrated media responsibilities. The review did not include media for Hershey's international market ...

The Hershey Company (HSY) maintains a robust lineup of established brands through prudent acquisitions. As a leading snacks company, it actively invests in its brands and capabilities to foster growth. Management is effectively executing strategic pricing strategies. However, HSY encounters challenges posed by the current high-cost environment.Let’s delve deeper.Gains From BuyoutsHershey is undertaking buyouts to augment portfolio strength and boost revenues. In April 2023, the company signed an agreement t ...

In the latest market close, Hershey (HSY) reached $185.68, with a +1.6% movement compared to the previous day. The stock outperformed the S&P 500, which registered a daily gain of 1.02%. At the same time, the Dow added 1.09%, and the tech-heavy Nasdaq gained 1.18%.The chocolate bar and candy maker's shares have seen a decrease of 4.12% over the last month, not keeping up with the Consumer Staples sector's loss of 2.18% and the S&P 500's gain of 4.44%.Analysts and investors alike will be keeping a close eye ...

文章核心观点 - 赫尔希公司是一家拥有100多个品牌的大型糖果和咸味零食公司,在美国巧克力市场占据36%的市场份额 [1][2] - 公司通过持续投资营销和研发来保护和创新现有品牌,并通过收购扩展到咸味零食领域 [5][6] - 公司未来几年的收入和利润有望持续增长,为股息增长提供支持 [7] 公司财务和业绩 - 过去10年公司收入从74亿美元增长到112亿美元,年复合增长率为4.7% [16] - 每股收益从3.77美元增长到9.06美元,年复合增长率为10.2% [17][18] - 未来3年每股收益预计将以年复合6%的速度增长 [18][19][22][23] - 公司财务状况良好,长期债务/权益比为0.9,利息覆盖率近16倍 [25] - 过去5年平均净资产收益率为63.9%,净利润率为16%,资本回报率超过20% [26] 公司竞争优势和风险 - 公司拥有规模经济、研发、知识产权、品牌力和市场主导地位等竞争优势 [27] - 但也面临诉讼、监管、新兴减肥药物、原材料价格波动、美国成熟市场等风险 [27][28] 估值分析 - 公司当前市盈率为18.1,低于过去5年平均水平25.9,以及大盘平均水平 [29] - 自由现金流市盈率为14.3,低于过去5年平均水平18.3 [29] - 股息收益率为3%,高于过去5年平均水平 [11][29] - 根据股息折现模型,公司内在价值为235.64美元,较当前价格有15%的折价 [30][33][34][37]

HERSHEY, Pa., July 1, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Hershey Company (NYSE: HSY) announced today that it will release its second-quarter sales and earnings results on Thursday, August 1, 2024, and hold a conference call with analysts at 8:30 a.m. ET on that date. The company will host the conference call via a live webcast on the Hershey corporate website. Please click here and navigate to "CALENDAR OF EVENTS" for webcast details. If you are unable to click on the link above, please copy and paste the URL below i ...

HERSHEY, Pa., June 18, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Hershey (NYSE: HSY) announced today that it has updated its 2030 science-based greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions reduction targets against the latest standards. A detailed accounting of the company's footprint and science-based targets are foundational to the company's strategy to drive progress on emissions reduction. "At Hershey, our business depends on ingredients grown around the world and the health of those ecosystems," said Rachel Grunberg, senior manager of e ...

— Five AI-related Sessions from Topflight Vendors, 50+ Exhibits, and Extensive Training Mark its First Full- Scale, National THREAD for 2024 — HARRISBURG, Pa., June 17, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- D&H Distributing, a leading provider of technology solutions to the North American channel, announces that its first full-day THREAD Technology Conference in the US for 2024 will convene on June 18 at the Hershey Lodge and Convention Center, Hershey, PA. This national event runs from 10:00 a.m. to 6:30 p.m., featurin ...

Whether it's through stocks, bonds, ETFs, or other types of securities, all investors love seeing their portfolios score big returns. But for income investors, generating consistent cash flow from each of your liquid investments is your primary focus. While cash flow can come from bond interest or interest from other types of investments, income investors hone in on dividends. A dividend is the distribution of a company's earnings paid out to shareholders; it's often viewed by its dividend yield, a metric t ...

The Hershey Company (HSY) is reaping the benefits from robust consumer demand globally. The company continues to invest in its brands and capabilities to drive growth. Effective pricing actions have been working well for this global leader in chocolate and confectionery. Its investments in innovation, marketing and in-store execution have been beneficial, leading to better consumer engagement and enhanced market share performance. Due to these upsides, Hershey kickstarted 2024 on a strong note, with first-q ...