Global Finance News
30 Oct 2025, 14:14
Hershey Tops Q3 Expectations and Raises 2025 Outlook on Strong Brand Momentum
The Hershey Company (NYSE: HSY) reported third-quarter 2025 net sales of $3.18 billion, up 6.5% year over year, with organic sales rising 6.2%. Reported net income was $276 million, or $1.36 per diluted share, down 38%, while adjusted EPS fell 44% to $1.30 due to higher costs and one-time items. CEO Kirk Tanner highlighted strong innovation and strategic brand investment as key growth drivers.
Based on solid year-to-date results, Hershey raised its full-year 2025 net sales growth target to about 3% and adjusted EPS guidance to the upper half of the $5.90–$6.00 range. The company expects approximately $150 million in cost savings from its Agility & Automation Initiative and confirmed capital expenditures of about $425 million.
The Hershey Company (NYSE: HSY) reported third-quarter 2025 net sales of $3.18 billion, up 6.5% year over year, with organic sales rising 6.2%. Reported net income was $276 million, or $1.36 per diluted share, down 38%, while adjusted EPS fell 44% to $1.30 due to higher costs and one-time items. CEO Kirk Tanner highlighted strong innovation and strategic brand investment as key growth drivers.
Based on solid year-to-date results, Hershey raised its full-year 2025 net sales growth target to about 3% and adjusted EPS guidance to the upper half of the $5.90–$6.00 range. The company expects approximately $150 million in cost savings from its Agility & Automation Initiative and confirmed capital expenditures of about $425 million.
