Hershey Reports Q1 Earnings and Reaffirms Full-Year Outlook
The Hershey Company (HSY) reported a strong first-quarter performance in fiscal 2026, with net sales rising by 10.6%. The growth was driven by pricing strategies, brand momentum, and the acquisition of LesserEvil. Despite a near-term dip in adjusted gross margin, management expects recovery starting in Q2 and reaffirmed full-year targets for organic sales growth (2.5%–3.5%) and adjusted EPS growth (30%–35%).
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