Hershey: Defensive Total Returns, With Strong Dividend Setup

Scott OlsonA list of defensive consumer staple names have been getting cheaper over the last 12 months. Among my favorites is The Hershey Company (NYSE:HSY), which may have the smartest combination of operating business undervaluation, future growth prospects, and high to rising dividend yield. If you believe a U.S. recession and bear market are next for Wall Street in 2024, this defensive pick could be a great idea, especially on minor weakness. Now, I don't expect spectacular returns from this leading ...