The Hershey Company reported first quarter 2026 net sales of $3.1 billion, an increase of 10.6% year-over-year, with adjusted EPS growing 12.4% to $2.35. The company reaffirmed its full-year 2026 financial guidance for sales and earnings.
Key Highlights
- Organic sales growth of 7.9% was driven entirely by a 10 percentage point contribution from price increases, which was partially offset by a 2 percentage point decline in volume.
- The core North America Confectionery segment saw net sales increase 8.3% and segment margin expand by 150 basis points to 31.8%.
- Margin pressure was evident in other segments, with North America Salty Snacks segment margin declining 530 basis points and International segment margin contracting by 680 basis points.