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Hershey Co Stock Dividend Yield & Dates

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HSY dividend stability and growth

Last Dividend per share
$1.3700
Forward Dividend yield
3.06%
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Dividend Stability Dividend
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Consistent Dividend Growth Dividend

HSY dividend yield vs industry/market

Company
2.42%
Industry
2.14%
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Top 75% Dividend Dividend
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Top 25% Dividend Dividend

HSY dividend payout ratio

Hershey Co paid out 79.5% of its earnings over the trailing twelve months.

Retained earnings
20.5%
Payout ratio
79.5%
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Dividend Payout Ratio Dividend

HSY vs Confectioner Stocks

TickerDiv. YieldStable?Drop Count (L10Y)Payout Ratio
HSY2.42%Yes0+79.50%
MDLZ3.14%Yes0+102.60%
TR0.87%Yes0+27.70%
RMCFN/A00.00%
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HSY dividend dates

Next dividend payment date
Mar 16, 2026
Next ex-dividend date
Feb 17, 2026

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Hershey Co Dividends FAQ

Does Hershey Co pay a dividend?

Yes, HSY has paid a dividend within the past 3 months.


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What is Hershey Co's Dividend Payment Date?

Hershey Co's next dividend payment date is on 2026-03-16, when Hershey Co shareholders who owned HSY shares before 2026-02-17 will receive a dividend payment of $1.4520 per share. Add HSY to your watchlist to be reminded of HSY's next dividend payment.

Is Hershey Co's dividend stable?

Yes, HSY's dividend has been stable for the last 10 years.

Does Hershey Co have sufficient earnings to cover their dividend?

Yes, HSY's past year earnings per share was $6.89, and their annual dividend per share is $5.48. HSY's dividend payout ratio is 79.5%, which is sustainable.

How much is Hershey Co's dividend?

HSY pays a dividend of $5.48 per share. HSY's annual dividend yield is 2.42%. Hershey Co's dividend is higher than the US industry average of 2.14%, and it is lower than the US market average of 3.77%.

What is Hershey Co's Ex-Dividend Date?

Hershey Co's upcoming ex-dividend date is on 2026-02-17. Hershey Co shareholders who own HSY stock before this date will receive Hershey Co's next dividend payment of $1.4520 per share on 2026-03-16. Add HSY to your watchlist to be reminded before HSY's ex-dividend date.

Is Hershey Co's dividend showing long-term growth?

Yes, HSY's' dividend has been growing over the last 10 years.
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