The Hershey Company (HSY), Discounted Cash Flow Valuation

Die Firma Hershey Company (HSY) Profile

US | Consumer Defensive | Food Confectioners | NYSE
163.99 -2.60 (-1.56%)
Real-Time Price (USD)
Market Cap A valuation method that multiplies the price of a company's shares by the total number of outstanding shares.
33.22B
Revenue (ttm) The total amount of income generated by the sale of goods or services related to the company's primary operations.
11.2B
Net Income (ttm) The company's earnings for a period net of operating costs, taxes and interest.
2.22B
Shares Out Total number of common shares outstanding as of the latest date disclosed in a financial filing.
230.34M
EPS (ttm) Company's net earnings or losses from continuing operations on a per diluted share basis.
9.97
PE Ratio The price-to-earnings (PE) ratio is the ratio between a company's stock price and earnings per share. It measures the price of a stock relative to its profits.
15.44
Dividend Yield Measures the cash returned to shareholders by a firm as a percentage of the price they pay for each share of stock.
3.16%
Exchange Name of stock exchange where the trading item trades.
NYSE
Avg Volume The average number of shares traded each day over the past 30 days.
1.87M
Open The opening trade price over the trading day.
165.95
Previous Close The last closing price.
166.59
Beta A ratio that measures the risk or volatility of a company's share price in comparison to the market as a whole.
0.27
1 day delta The range between the high and low prices over the past day.
163.7-166.24
52 weeks The range between the high and low prices over the past 52 weeks.
140.13-211.92

Total Valuation

The Hershey Company has a market cap or net worth of 33.22B. The enterprise value is 37.94B.
Market Cap (ttm) Market Capitalization
A valuation method that multiplies the price of a company's shares by the total number of outstanding shares.
33.22B
Enterprise Value (ttm) Enterprise Value
Enterprise value measures the total value of a company's outstanding shares, adjusted for debt and levels of cash and short-term investments.
Enterprise Value = Market Cap + Total Debt - Cash & Equivalents - Short-Term Investments
37.94B

Valuation Ratios

The trailing PE ratio is 14.95. The Hershey Company's PEG ratio is 0.59.
PE Ratio (ttm) PE Ratio
The price-to-earnings (P/E) ratio is a valuation metric that shows how expensive a stock is relative to earnings.
PE Ratio = Stock Price / Earnings Per Share
14.95
PS Ratio (ttm) PS Ratio
The price-to-sales (P/S) ratio is a commonly used valuation metric. It shows how expensive a stock is compared to revenue.
PS Ratio = Market Capitalization / Revenue
2.97
PB Ratio (ttm) PB Ratio
The price-to-book (P/B) ratio measures a stock's price relative to book value. Book value is also called Shareholders' equity.
PB Ratio = Market Capitalization / Shareholders' Equity
7.04
P/FCF Ratio (ttm) P/FCF Ratio
The price to free cash flow (P/FCF) ratio is similar to the P/E ratio, except it uses free cash flow instead of accounting earnings.
P/FCF Ratio = Market Capitalization / Free Cash Flow
17.25
PEG Ratio (ttm) PEG Ratio
The price/earnings to growth (PEG) ratio is calculated by dividing a company's PE ratio by its expected earnings growth.
PEG Ratio = PE Ratio / Expected Earnings Growth
0.59

Enterprise Valuation

The stock's EV/EBITDA ratio is 11.92, with a EV/FCF ratio of 19.7.
EV / Sales (ttm) EV / Sales Ratio
The enterprise value to sales (EV/Sales) ratio is similar to the price-to-sales ratio, but the price is adjusted for the company's debt and cash levels.
EV/Sales Ratio = Enterprise Value / Revenue
3.39
EV / EBITDA (ttm) EV / EBIT Ratio
The EV/EBITDA ratio measures a company's valuation relative to its EBITDA, or Earnings Before Interest, Taxes, Depreciation, and Amortization.
EV/EBITDA Ratio = Enterprise Value / EBITDA
11.92
EV / EBIT (ttm) EV/EBIT Ratio
The EV/EBIT is a valuation metric that measures a company's price relative to EBIT, or Earnings Before Interest and Taxes.
EV/EBIT Ratio = Enterprise Value / EBIT
14.98
EV / FCF (ttm) EV/FCF Ratio
The enterprise value to free cash flow (EV/FCF) ratio is similar to the price to free cash flow ratio, except the price is adjusted for the company's cash and debt.
EV/FCF Ratio = Enterprise Value / Free Cash Flow
19.7

Financial Efficiency

Return on equity (ROE) is 52.15% and return on invested capital (ROIC) is 22.86%.
Return on Equity (ROE) (ttm) Return on Equity (ROE)
Return on equity (ROE) is a profitability metric that shows how efficient a company is at using its equity (or "net" assets) to generate profits. It is calculated by dividing the company's net income by the average shareholders' equity over the past 12 months.
ROE = (Net Income / Average Shareholders' Equity) * 100%
52.15%
Return on Assets (ROA) (ttm) Return on Assets (ROA)
Return on assets (ROA) is a metric that measures how much profit a company is able to generate using its assets. It is calculated by dividing net income by the average total assets for the past 12 months.
ROA = (Net Income / Average Total Assets) * 100%
17.16%
Return on Capital (ROIC) (ttm) Return on Capital (ROIC)
Return on invested capital (ROIC) measures how effective a company is at investing its capital in order to increase profits. It is calculated by dividing the EBIT (Earnings Before Interest & Taxes) by the average invested capital in the previous year.
ROIC = (EBIT / Average Invested Capital) * 100%
22.86%
Asset Turnover Asset Turnover
The asset turnover ratio measures the amount of sales relative to a company's assets. It indicates how efficiently the company uses its assets to generate revenue.
Asset Turnover Ratio = Revenue / Average Assets
0.87
Inventory Turnover (ttm) Inventory Turnover
The inventory turnover ratio measures how many times inventory has been sold and replaced during a time period.
Inventory Turnover Ratio = Cost of Revenue / Average Inventory
4.82

Margins

Trailing 12 months gross margin is 45.99%, with operating and profit margins of 24.93% and 19.83%.
Gross Margin (ttm) Gross Margin
Gross margin is the percentage of revenue left as gross profits, after subtracting cost of goods sold from the revenue.
Gross Margin = (Gross Profit / Revenue) * 100%
45.99%
Operating Margin (ttm) Operating Margin
Operating margin is the percentage of revenue left as operating income, after subtracting cost of revenue and all operating expenses from the revenue.
Operating Margin = (Operating Income / Revenue) * 100%
24.93%
Pretax Margin (ttm) Pretax Margin
Pretax margin is the percentage of revenue left as profits before subtracting taxes.
Pretax Margin = (Pretax Income / Revenue) * 100%
22.08%
Profit Margin (ttm) Profit Margin
Profit margin is the percentage of revenue left as net income, or profits, after subtracting all costs and expenses from the revenue.
Profit Margin = (Net Income / Revenue) * 100%
19.83%
EBITDA Margin (ttm) EBITDA Margin
EBITDA margin is the percentage of revenue left as EBITDA, after subtracting all expenses except interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization from revenue.
EBITDA Margin = (EBITDA / Revenue) * 100%
28.40%

Income Statement

In the last 12 months, The Hershey Company had revenue of 11.2B and earned 2.22B in profits. Earnings per share (EPS) was 9.97.
Revenue (ttm) Revenue
Revenue is the amount of money a company receives from its main business activities, such as sales of products or services. Revenue is also called sales.
11.2B
Gross Profit (ttm) Gross Profit
Gross profit is a company’s profit after subtracting the costs directly linked to making and delivering its products and services.
Gross Profit = Revenue - Cost of Revenue
5.15B
Operating Income (ttm) Operating Income
Operating income is the amount of profit in a company after paying for all the expenses related to its core operations.
Operating Income = Revenue - Cost of Revenue - Operating Expenses
2.79B
Pretax Income (ttm) Pretax Income
Pretax income is a company's profits before accounting for income taxes.
Pretax Income = Net Income + Income Taxes
2.47B
Net Income (ttm) Net Income
Net income is a company's accounting profits after subtracting all costs and expenses from the revenue. It is also called earnings, profits or "the bottom line"
Net Income = Revenue - All Expenses
2.22B
EBITDA (ttm) EBITDA
EBITDA stands for "Earnings Before Interest, Taxes, Depreciation and Amortization." It is a commonly used measure of profitability.
EBITDA = Net Income + Interest + Taxes + Depreciation and Amortization
3.18B
EBIT (ttm) EBIT
EBIT stands for "Earnings Before Interest and Taxes" and is a commonly used measure of earnings or profits. It is similar to operating income.
EBIT = Net Income + Interest + Taxes
2.73B
Earnings Per Share (EPS) (ttm) EPS (Diluted)
Earnings per share is the portion of a company's profit that is allocated to each individual stock. Diluted EPS is calculated by dividing net income by "diluted" shares outstanding.
Diluted EPS = Net Income / Shares Outstanding (Diluted)
9.97

Financial Position

The company has a trailing 12 months (ttm) current ratio of 0.96, with a ttm Debt / Equity ratio of 1.16.
Current Ratio (ttm) Current Ratio
The current ratio is used to measure a company's short-term liquidity. A low number can indicate that a company will have trouble paying its upcoming liabilities.
Current Ratio = Current Assets / Current Liabilities
0.96
Quick Ratio (ttm) Quick Ratio
The quick ratio measure a company's short-term liquidity. A low number indicates that the company may have trouble paying its upcoming financial obligations.
Quick Ratio = (Cash + Short-Term Investments + Accounts Receivable) / Current Liabilities
0.64
Debt / Equity (ttm) Debt / Equity Ratio
The debt-to-equity ratio measures a company's debt levels relative to its shareholders' equity or book value. A high ratio implies that a company has a lot of debt.
Debt / Equity Ratio = Total Debt / Shareholders' Equity
1.16
Debt / EBIT (ttm) Debt / EBIT Ratio
The debt-to-EBIT ratio is a company's debt levels relative to its trailing twelve-month EBIT. A high ratio implies that debt is high relative to the company's earnings.
Debt / EBIT Ratio = Total Debt / EBIT (ttm)
0.89

Dividends & Yields

This stock pays an annual dividend of 5.48, which amounts to a dividend yield of 3.34%.
Dividend Per Share (ttm) Dividend Per Share
Total amount paid to each outstanding share in dividends during the period.
5.48
Dividend Yield (ttm) Dividend Yield
The dividend yield is how much a stock pays in dividends each year, as a percentage of the stock price.
Dividend Yield = (Annual Dividends Per Share / Stock Price) * 100%
3.34%
Earnings Yield (ttm) Earnings Yield
The earnings yield is a valuation metric that measures a company's profits relative to stock price, expressed as a percentage yield. It is the inverse of the P/E ratio.
Earnings Yield = (Earnings Per Share / Stock Price) * 100%
6.69%
FCF Yield (ttm) FCF Yield
The free cash flow (FCF) yield measures a company's free cash flow relative to its price, shown as a percentage. It is the inverse of the P/FCF ratio.
FCF Yield = (Free Cash Flow / Market Cap) * 100%
5.80%
Dividend Growth (YoY) Dividend Growth
The change in dividend payments per share, compared to the previous period.
Dividend Growth = ((Current Dividend / Previous Dividend) - 1) * 100%
23.36%
Payout Ratio (ttm) Payout Ratio
The payout ratio is the percentage of a company's profits that are paid out as dividends. A high ratio implies that the dividend payments may not be sustainable.
Payout Ratio = (Dividends Per Share / Earnings Per Share) * 100%
48.84%

Balance Sheet

The company has 730.75M in cash and 5.45B in debt, giving a net cash position of -4.72B.
Cash & Cash Equivalents Cash & Cash Equivalents
Cash and cash equivalents is the sum of "Cash & Equivalents" and "Short-Term Investments." This is the amount of money that a company has quick access to, assuming that the cash equivalents and short-term investments can be sold at a short notice.
Cash & Cash Equivalents = Cash & Equivalents + Short-Term Investments
730.75M
Total Debt Total Debt
Total debt is the total amount of liabilities categorized as "debt" on the balance sheet. It includes both current and long-term (non-current) debt.
Total Debt = Current Debt + Long-Term Debt
5.45B
Net Cash Net Cash / Debt
Net Cash / Debt is an indicator of the financial position of a company. It is calculated by taking the total amount of cash and cash equivalents and subtracting the total debt.
Net Cash / Debt = Total Cash - Total Debt
-4.72B
Book Value Shareholders' Equity
Shareholders’ equity is also called book value or net worth. It can be seen as the amount of money held by investors inside the company. It is calculated by subtracting all liabilities from all assets.
Shareholders' Equity = Total Assets - Total Liabilities
4.71B
Book Value Per Share (ttm) Book Value Per Share
Book value per share is the total amount of book value attributable to each individual stock. It is calculated by dividing book value (shareholders' equity) by the number of outstanding shares.
Book Value Per Share = Book Value / Shares Outstanding
23.28
Working Capital (ttm) Working Capital
Working capital is the amount of money available to a business to conduct its day-to-day operations. It is calculated by subtracting total current liabilities from total current assets.
Working Capital = Current Assets - Current Liabilities
-170.04M

Cash Flow

In the last 12 months, operating cash flow of the company was 2.53B and capital expenditures -605.94M, giving a free cash flow of 1.93B.
Operating Cash Flow (ttm) Operating Cash Flow
Operating cash flow, also called cash flow from operating activities, measures the amount of cash that a company generates from normal business activities. It is the amount of cash left after all cash income has been received, and all cash expenses have been paid.
2.53B
Capital Expenditures (ttm) Capital Expenditures
Capital expenditures are also called payments for property, plants and equipment. It measures cash spent on long-term assets that will be used to run the business, such as manufacturing equipment, real estate and others.
-605.94M
Free Cash Flow (ttm) Free Cash Flow
Free cash flow is the cash remaining after the company spends on everything required to maintain and grow the business. It is calculated by subtracting capital expenditures from operating cash flow.
Free Cash Flow = Operating Cash Flow - Capital Expenditures
1.93B
FCF Per Share (ttm) Free Cash Flow Per Share
Free cash flow per share is the amount of free cash flow attributed to each outstanding stock.
FCF Per Share = Free Cash Flow / Shares Outstanding
9.51

The Hershey Company News

Apr 24, 2025 - zacks.com
Earnings Preview: Hershey (HSY) Q1 Earnings Expected to Decline
Hershey (HSY) doesn't possess the right combination of the two key ingredients for a likely earnings beat in its upcoming report. Get prepared with the key expectations....[read more]
Apr 23, 2025 - fool.com
Can Hershey's Dividend Survive the Turmoil?
In this video, Motley Fool contributors Jason Hall and Tyler Crowe discuss the challenges Hershey (HSY 0.58%) faces, and whether its dividend is safe or at risk....[read more]
Apr 22, 2025 - zacks.com
Hershey (HSY) Rises Yet Lags Behind Market: Some Facts Worth Knowing
Hershey (HSY) closed the most recent trading day at $167.44, moving +0.58% from the previous trading session....[read more]
Apr 18, 2025 - fool.com
2 Dividend Stocks to Double Up on Right Now
Dividend stocks are the best antidote for market volatility. There's nothing like seeing quarterly cash deposits in your account from industry-leading businesses....[read more]
Apr 17, 2025 - zacks.com
Hershey (HSY) Beats Stock Market Upswing: What Investors Need to Know
Hershey (HSY) closed at $166.59 in the latest trading session, marking a +1.44% move from the prior day....[read more]
Apr 16, 2025 - zacks.com
These 2 Consumer Staples Stocks Could Beat Earnings: Why They Should Be on Your Radar
Why investors should use the Zacks Earnings ESP tool to help find stocks that are poised to top quarterly earnings estimates....[read more]
Apr 16, 2025 - cnbc.com
Proposed SNAP cuts could pressure low-income shoppers — and retailers that serve them
Funding for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, which covers some grocery costs for low-income Americans, could be slashed by as much as $230 billion over the next 10 years. At the same time, at least 11 states have proposed banning using SNAP benefits to buy soda, candy or other junk food....[read more]
Apr 14, 2025 - seekingalpha.com
The Hershey Company: Sweet Change In Bitter Times
Hershey's stock has dropped 40% due to tripled cocoa prices, but this may present a buying opportunity if cocoa prices stabilize. Cocoa prices surged due to supply issues in the Ivory Coast and Ghana, but investments in agriculture could lower prices and improve Hershey's margins. Despite strong recent earnings, Hershey's outlook for 2025 is weak, with expected revenue growth of 2% and a sharp decline in earnings per share....[read more]
Apr 13, 2025 - fool.com
Don't Sweat Hershey's Earnings: Investors Should Focus on This Instead
Shares of Hershey (HSY 0.88%) have fallen roughly 40% from their peak in 2023. The big problem for the confection maker is a steep rise in the price of cocoa, a key ingredient in its chocolates....[read more]
Apr 11, 2025 - fool.com
Stock Market Sell-Off: 1 Magnificent S&P 500 Dividend Stock Down 40% to Buy Right Now at a Once-in-a-Decade Valuation
So far this year, the S&P 500 index has dropped 19% from its highs. While I typically view these sell-offs as an opportunity to add up on some of my best-performing growth stocks (such as The Trade Desk or Wingstop ), one of my favorite dividend stocks has also fallen through the cracks....[read more]

The Hershey Company Details

Country US
City Hershey
Address 19 East Chocolate Avenue
Ticker Symbol HSY
Exchange New York Stock Exchange
IPO Date Mar 17, 1980
CEO Ms. Michele Gross Buck
Sector Consumer Defensive
Industry Food Confectioners
Employees 18.54K

The Hershey Company Company Description

The Hershey Company, together with its subsidiaries, engages in the manufacture and sale of confectionery products and pantry items in the United States and internationally. The company operates through three segments: North America Confectionery, North America Salty Snacks, and International. It offers chocolate and non-chocolate confectionery products; gum and mint refreshment products, including mints, chewing gums, and bubble gums; pantry items, such as baking ingredients, toppings, beverages, and sundae syrups; and snack items comprising spreads, meat snacks, bars and snack bites, mixes, popcorn, and protein bars. The company provides its products primarily under the Hershey's, Reese's, Kisses, Jolly Rancher, Almond Joy, Brookside, barkTHINS, Cadbury, Good & Plenty, Heath, Kit Kat, Payday, Rolo, Twizzlers, Whoppers, York, Ice Breakers, Breath Savers, Bubble Yum, Lily's, SkinnyPop, Pirates Booty, Paqui, Dot's Homestyle Pretzels, and ONE Bar brands, as well as under the Pelon Pelo Rico, IO-IO, and Sofit brands. It markets and sells its products to wholesale distributors, chain grocery stores, mass merchandisers, chain drug stores, vending companies, wholesale clubs, convenience stores, dollar stores, concessionaires, and department stores. The company was founded in 1894 and is headquartered in Hershey, Pennsylvania.

The Hershey Company (HSY) Bundle

Get Full Bundle:

TOTAL: $121 $71

Disclaimer

All information, articles, and product details provided on this website are for general informational and educational purposes only. We do not claim any ownership over, nor do we intend to infringe upon, any trademarks, copyrights, logos, brand names, or other intellectual property mentioned or depicted on this site. Such intellectual property remains the property of its respective owners, and any references here are made solely for identification or informational purposes, without implying any affiliation, endorsement, or partnership.

We make no representations or warranties, express or implied, regarding the accuracy, completeness, or suitability of any content or products presented. Nothing on this website should be construed as legal, tax, investment, financial, medical, or other professional advice. In addition, no part of this site—including articles or product references—constitutes a solicitation, recommendation, endorsement, advertisement, or offer to buy or sell any securities, franchises, or other financial instruments, particularly in jurisdictions where such activity would be unlawful.

All content is of a general nature and may not address the specific circumstances of any individual or entity. It is not a substitute for professional advice or services. Any actions you take based on the information provided here are strictly at your own risk. You accept full responsibility for any decisions or outcomes arising from your use of this website and agree to release us from any liability in connection with your use of, or reliance upon, the content or products found herein.