Latest The Hershey Company News & Updates

See the latest news and media coverage for Hershey. We track all announcements, press releases, and industry mentions in real time, all in one place.

The Hershey Company (Hershey)

American chocolate and confectionery manufacturer

thehersheycompany.com

Headquarters: Hershey, United States
Founded year: 1894
Company type: Public company
Number of employees: 10,000+

Last updated Today

Latest news about The Hershey Company (Hershey)

In short: Hershey achieved strong Q1 2026 growth and announced a return to classic chocolate recipes following public backlash over ingredient changes.

Company announcements

May 28 Hershey

Hershey names Mitchell Arends Chief Supply Chain Officer

Arends succeeds retiring Jason Reiman, effective June 22, 2026, after leading supply chain at UTZ Brands and Kraft Heinz.

May 26 Hershey

Hershey acquired Sour Strips in 2024

Founder Maxx Chewning visited Hershey to discuss building an authentic brand.

April 30 Hershey

Hershey reports first-quarter 2026 financial results

Net sales rise 10.6% to $3,104.2 million. Adjusted EPS increases 12.4% to $2.35. Reaffirms full-year outlook.

April 24 Hershey

Hershey launches AI-driven marketing systems

The systems enable real-time, data-informed decisions on advertising investments, prioritizing relevance over reach. Launch set for May after building robust data infrastructure.

Media coverage

June 20 CNBC

SNAP restrictions could change what shoppers buy — and food giants are watching

"We've observed some consumer uncertainty at the register as new restrictions take effect," a...

June 18 Yahoo Finance

Hershey, The Marzetti Company, and Simply Good Foods Stocks Trade Down, What You Need To Know

A number of stocks fell in the afternoon session after the Federal Reserve held its benchmark rate a...

June 17 Yahoo Finance

Here s Why Hershey (HSY) Fell More Than Broader Market

In that same time, the Consumer Staples sector gained 1.54%, while the S&P 500 gained 1.56%. The...

June 17 GuruFocus

Is The Hershey Co (HSY) a Bargain After 4.0% Drop? GF Value Says

On June 17, 2026, The Hershey Co (HSY) shares fell 4.0% to a current price of $175.31. This decline comes amidst a challenging price performance...

Never miss news about Hershey

Track Hershey and your other target companies to get real-time alerts and weekly summaries delivered straight to your inbox.

Hershey competitors & trending companies

Browse news for competitors to Hershey and other trending companies.