Hershey Surpasses Earnings Forecast

Hershey announced better-than-expected earnings despite rising raw material costs, driven by robust pricing strategies and diversifying its portfolio.The Hershey Company (HSY 0.81%), a leading North American confectionery and snack company, released its fourth-quarter 2024 earnings on February 6, 2025.The results exceeded market expectations, with key metrics such as Non-GAAP earnings per share (EPS) reported at $2.69, well above the analyst estimate of$2.37. Revenue came in at $2,887.5 million, beating fo ...