The Hershey Company (HSY), headquartered in Hershey, Pennsylvania, manufactures and sells confectionery products and pantry items. Valued at $37.1 billion by market cap, the company's principal products include chocolate and sugar confectionery products, gum and mint refreshment products, and pantry items, such as baking ingredients, toppings, and beverages.
Shares of this confectionery and snack giant have underperformed the broader market over the past year. HSY has declined 3% over this time frame, while the broader S&P 500 Index ($SPX) has rallied nearly 21.5%. In 2026, HSY stock is up marginally, compared to the SPX’s 12.6% rise on a YTD basis.
