Hershey, cocoa

Hershey forecasts lower-than-expected 2025 profit on higher cocoa prices
Hershey forecast annual profit below Wall Street estimates on Thursday as record cocoa prices weigh on the Kit Kat maker's margins.
Mondelēz, Hershey pressured by a prolonged spike in cocoa prices
The Oreo maker warned of “unprecedented” inflation for the commodity that would reduce its earnings, while the Kisses giant cautioned of a disconnect between fundamentals and market price.
Hershey views cocoa pressures as transitory but pricing ensues for now
Hershey is expecting “significant pressure on earnings” from stubbornly high cocoa prices but still expects an acceleration in sales revenue.
Hershey Stock Rises as Higher Prices Help Firm Offset Soaring Cocoa Costs
Key Takeaways Hershey beat profit and sales estimates as the chocolate maker's price hikes helped to offset the higher cost of cocoa.The company also cut selling, marketing, and administrative expenses.
Higher Cocoa Prices Aren’t Melting Hershey Stock After Earnings
The chocolate maker easily beats quarterly estimates but issues disappointing guidance because of higher cocoa prices.
Hershey shares jump on earnings beat, outlook weighed by cocoa cost
Investing.com - Shares in Hershey Co (NYSE:HSY) jumped about 5% in early trading on Thursday after reporting fourth-quarter earnings on that surpassed analyst expectations, but warned of significant pressure on 2025 earnings due to surging cocoa prices.
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Higher cocoa prices will pressure Hershey's stock, analyst says
Piper Sandler downgrades Hershey Co. to underweight from neutral on expectation of stubbornly high cocoa prices Hershey Co.'s stock fell Friday, as Piper Sandler cut its rating on the ...
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Why Hershey Should Handle High Cocoa Prices Just Fine
Hershey (NYSE: HSY) is struggling today. One of the biggest problems is inflation, but not the kind that consumers dealt with coming out of the coronavirus pandemic. Cocoa prices are sky-high ...
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Is the key to the cocoa crisis a blend of cocoa powder and fat?
As cocoa prices continue to fluctuate on the higher end, cocoa powder and cocoa fat solutions may provide some relief for ...
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Hershey’s Cocoa Procurement Strategy: Balancing Risks and Opportunities
Initially, concerns were raised when Hershey sought permission from the Commodity Futures Trading Commission to purchase a significant amount of cocoa, which led to speculation about rising ...
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Timeless Treat: Hershey's Chocolate Cake Straight from the Box to Your Oven
Some recipes are unforgettable, and the Back-of-the-Box Hershey’s Chocolate Cake is one of them. This classic dessert ...
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Hershey's Cocoa Hedging May Not Support The Stock Price
Hershey's large cocoa purchase amid surging prices may hurt margins, with cocoa prices up 300% since 2023, risking further financial strain. Operational challenges persist, with disappointing Q3 ...
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Cocoa jumps as market weighs Hershey’s push for huge exchange buy
Cocoa futures surged, reversing losses from the prior session, on news that chocolate maker Hershey is seeking permission for a large purchase through the New York exchange. The most-active ...