The Hershey Company
HSYConsumer DefensiveNASDAQConfectioners
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Daily timeframeThe Hershey Company, together with its subsidiaries, engages in the manufacture and sale of confectionery products and pantry items in the United States and internationally. At a $39.97B market cap, The Hershey Company ranks as a large-cap company within consumer defensive. It operates through three segments: North America Confectionery, North America Salty Snacks, and International.
Market Cap
$39.97B
Beta
0.07
P/E (TTM)
36.62
P/E (Fwd)
19.86
EPS (TTM)
$5.38
EPS (Fwd)
$9.92
ROE
23.2%
ROA
7.8%
Cash
$877.0M
Total Debt
$5.68B
Free CF
$1.53B
52W Change
22.6%
Annual Financials
Cash vs Debt
The Hershey Company carries $5.68B in total debt against $877.0M in cash reserves — debt is roughly 6.5x the cash position. Managing this leverage effectively will be important for long-term financial stability. Free cash flow comes in at $1.53B, providing flexibility for reinvestment, buybacks, or dividends. Consistent free cash flow generation is often considered a sign of operational health. Return on equity stands at 23.2%, which is strong for the sector. ROE measures how effectively a company uses shareholder capital to generate profits. An ROA of 7.8% suggests reasonable efficiency in deploying the company's asset base. Revenue has been uneven over recent years, ranging from $10.42B to $11.69B.
HSY's low beta indicates it tends to be less volatile than the broader market, which may suit investors seeking more stable price behavior. The debt-to-cash ratio suggests meaningful leverage on the balance sheet, a factor worth monitoring if credit conditions tighten. These risk factors are not exhaustive — macroeconomic shifts, regulatory changes, and competitive dynamics can all influence The Hershey Company's trajectory.