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Sep 28, 2025
Hershey Q3 2025 Earnings Report
Hershey reported solid Q3 results, with strong revenue growth driven by innovation and brand investments, despite lower profitability.
Key Takeaways
Hershey delivered better-than-expected Q3 2025 revenue growth, supported by pricing strategies and strong segment performance, though profitability declined due to higher input costs and tariffs.
Revenue grew 6.5% year-over-year, reaching $3.18 billion.
Net income declined to $276.3 million, impacted by rising commodity and tariff costs.
Adjusted EPS fell to $1.30 from $2.34 in the prior year.
International segment posted double-digit sales growth driven by pricing and volume.
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Forward Guidance
Hershey raised its full-year 2025 guidance for both net sales and adjusted EPS, reflecting confidence in ongoing momentum.
Positive Outlook
- Full-year net sales growth outlook raised to ~3%.
- Adjusted EPS expected to be in the upper half of prior range.
- Strong innovation and brand execution continue to drive momentum.
- Sour Strips acquisition expected to contribute 40 basis points to sales growth.
- Transformation program projected to deliver $150M in savings.
Challenges Ahead
- Reported EPS expected to decline by 48% to 50% YoY.
- Tariff expenses projected at $160M–$170M.
- Effective tax rate rising to 30% reported / 26% adjusted.
- Continued pressure from commodity and input cost inflation.
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