Why Is Chocolate Maker Hershey's Stock Ticking Higher Today?
Portfolio Pulse from Shivani Kumaresan
Hershey Company (NYSE:HSY) shares are trading higher after reporting better-than-expected first-quarter FY24 earnings, with significant growth in sales, gross margin, and operating income. The company also declared quarterly dividends and reaffirmed its FY24 outlook.

May 03, 2024 | 12:04 pm
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Hershey's reported strong Q1 FY24 earnings with sales growth, expanded margins, and declared dividends, leading to a positive stock price movement.
Hershey's better-than-expected earnings report, including sales growth and margin expansion, directly impacts investor sentiment positively. The declaration of dividends and reaffirmation of the FY24 outlook further bolster confidence in the company's financial health and growth prospects, likely leading to a short-term positive impact on the stock price.
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