HSY| Hershey Company (The)
Consumer Staples•Packaged Foods & Meats•USD Currency
Hershey Company (The) (HSY) pays an annualized forward dividend of $5.81 per share in USD, representing a forward yield of 3.49%.
With a dividend payout ratio of 77.1%.
Historical Dividend Payouts(HSY)
Recent cash distributions, declared payout dates, and distribution track record.
Detailed distribution payments are updated regularly. Hershey Company (The) distributes an annualized rate of $5.81 per share on a quarterly schedule.
Dividend Reinvestment (DRIP) Calculator
Simulate compound dividend reinvestment returns with HSY.
| Year | Balance | Annual Dividend | Monthly Cash Flow |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year 5 | $33,352 | +$1,223 | +$102/mo |
| Year 10 | $72,891 | +$3,718 | +$310/mo |
| Year 15 | $147,967 | +$10,138 | +$845/mo |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Hershey Company (The) (HSY)
How many consecutive years has Hershey Company (The) (HSY) increased its dividend?
Hershey Company (The) (HSY) has increased its annual dividend payout for 0 consecutive years, placing it in the Dividend Contender tier.
What is Hershey Company (The)'s current dividend yield and payout?
As of recent market updates, Hershey Company (The) offers a forward dividend yield of 3.49% with an estimated annual payout of $5.81 per share in USD.
What is Hershey Company (The)'s dividend payout ratio and is it sustainable?
Hershey Company (The) has an estimated dividend payout ratio of 77.1%. A payout ratio between 60% and 80% is balanced for mature cash-generating blue chips.
When is the next or most recent ex-dividend date for HSY?
The recorded ex-dividend date for Hershey Company (The) (HSY) is 2026-08-14. Investors must purchase or hold shares before this date to receive the upcoming distribution.
Is Hershey Company (The) (HSY) a Dividend Aristocrat or King?
With a 0-year streak, Hershey Company (The) is classified as a Dividend Contender, working toward Aristocrat status (25+ years).
How does dividend reinvestment (DRIP) work for HSY?
A Dividend Reinvestment Plan (DRIP) allows you to automatically reinvest cash dividends from Hershey Company (The) into additional shares or fractional shares, compounding your investment value over time.