Bernstein analyst Alexia Burland Howard maintains $Hershey (HSY.US)$ with a hold rating, and adjusts the target price from $205 to $177.
According to TipRanks data, the analyst has a success rate of 49.5% and a total average return of 0.8% over the past year.
Furthermore, according to the comprehensive report, the opinions of $Hershey (HSY.US)$'s main analysts recently are as follows:
Estimates for Hershey and Mondelez have been lowered mainly due to the escalation in cocoa prices. The upward movement in the cocoa futures curve over recent months could impact earnings in the latter half of 2025 more significantly than the first, considering cocoa hedges typically extend nine months or longer.
The coming year is expected to pose challenges for the food and beverage sector, given the low likelihood of significant regulatory changes. Incremental adoption and high dropout rates in GLP-1 usage, alongside a return to normal value-seeking shopping habits, are anticipated as consumers adjust to elevated prices and experience the effects of wage inflation. It is suggested that numerous food and beverage brands may need to reconsider their pricing and margin strategies to enhance their perceived value among consumers.
Historic levels of underperformance have established a low threshold for the U.S. Food group. As 2025 approaches, signs of stabilizing volume and improved earnings delivery will be key focal points.
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