The Hershey CompanyHSY

Is HSY cheap right now? Every multiple below is scored against its own 10-year range, not a sector average.

$174.34+2.15 (+1.25%)24:00 UTC
NYSEConsumer Defensive

Company snapshot

Market Cap
$36B
Large-cap
+72%
2016 — today
10-Year Price
+81%
2016 — today
52-Week Range
$162.31$236.28
Current $174.34· 16%

The Hershey Company manufactures and distributes confections and pantry items globally. Operating through North America Confectionery, North America Salty Snacks, and International segments, its portfolio includes chocolates, candies, gums, mints, baking ingredients, and snacks. Iconic brands include Hershey’s, Reese’s, Kisses, Jolly Rancher, Kit Kat, SkinnyPop, and Dot’s Pretzels. Founded in 1894, Hershey distributes products via wholesale, retail, convenience, and e-commerce channels.

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Valuation in context

P/E ratio
23.8
Below average
Below the 10-year average
Sector median 17.6above sector
P/B ratio
7.8
Near historic low
Near historic low — last 10 years
Sector median 1.7above sector
EV / EBITDA
15.5
Historically cheap
Historically cheap relative to the last 10 years
Sector median 11.2above sector
Dividend Yield
3.3%
Near historic high
Near historic highs — last 10 years
Sector median 3.2%in line with sector
PEG ratio
19.6
Near historic high
Near historic highs — last 10 years
Sector median 1.4above sector
FCF Yield
7.2%
Near historic high
Near historic highs — last 10 years
Sector median 4.4%above sector
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