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HSY DRIP Calculator & Dividend Yield 2026
3.48% YieldConsumer DefensiveThe Hershey Company · NYSE
Price: $164.51 · Annual div: $5.73/share · Frequency: quarterly · Payout ratio: 132% · Ex-div: 2026-08-14
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HSY Dividend History — Last 80 Payments
| Ex-Dividend Date | Payment Date | Amount / Share | TTM Yield | Stock Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-08-14Latest | 2026-09-15 | $1.4520 | 3.99% | $177.67 |
| 2026-05-15 | 2026-06-15 | $1.4520 | 3.85% | $182.34 |
| 2026-02-17 | 2026-03-16 | $1.4520 | 2.81% | $198.01 |
| 2025-11-17 | 2025-12-15 | $1.3700 | 4.22% | $162.31 |
| 2025-08-15 | 2025-09-15 | $1.3700 | 3.62% | $189.01 |
| 2025-05-16 | 2025-06-16 | $1.3700 | 3.28% | $167.13 |
| 2025-02-14 | 2025-03-14 | $1.3700 | 4.63% | $147.79 |
| 2024-11-18 | 2024-12-16 | $1.3700 | 3.06% | $179.26 |
| 2024-08-16 | 2024-09-16 | $1.3700 | 2.66% | $199.62 |
| 2024-05-16 | 2024-06-14 | $1.3700 | 3.18% | $193.70 |
| 2024-02-16 | 2024-03-15 | $1.3700 | 2.41% | $198.43 |
| 2023-11-16 | 2023-12-15 | $1.1920 | 2.92% | $187.85 |
| 2023-08-17 | 2023-09-15 | $1.1920 | 2.31% | $230.59 |
| 2023-05-18 | 2023-06-15 | $1.0360 | 1.83% | $276.35 |
| 2023-02-16 | 2023-03-15 | $1.0360 | 2.18% | $225.30 |
| 2022-11-17 | 2022-12-15 | $1.0360 | 2.01% | $237.76 |
| 2022-08-18 | 2022-09-15 | $1.0360 | 2.02% | $229.78 |
| 2022-05-19 | 2022-06-15 | $0.9010 | 2.03% | $217.53 |
| 2022-02-17 | 2022-03-15 | $0.9010 | 2.20% | $195.73 |
| 2021-11-18 | 2021-12-15 | $0.9010 | 2.41% | $174.68 |
| 2021-08-19 | 2021-09-15 | $0.9010 | 2.31% | $178.41 |
| 2021-05-20 | 2021-06-15 | $0.8040 | 2.39% | $166.74 |
| 2021-02-18 | 2021-03-15 | $0.8040 | 2.73% | $145.11 |
| 2020-11-19 | 2020-12-15 | $0.8040 | — | — |
| 2020-08-20 | 2020-09-15 | $0.8040 | — | — |
| 2020-05-21 | 2020-06-15 | $0.7730 | — | — |
| 2020-02-20 | 2020-03-16 | $0.7730 | — | — |
| 2019-11-21 | 2019-12-16 | $0.7730 | — | — |
| 2019-08-22 | 2019-09-16 | $0.7730 | — | — |
| 2019-05-23 | 2019-06-14 | $0.7220 | — | — |
| 2019-02-21 | 2019-03-15 | $0.7220 | — | — |
| 2018-11-20 | 2018-12-14 | $0.7220 | — | — |
| 2018-08-23 | 2018-09-14 | $0.7220 | — | — |
| 2018-05-24 | 2018-06-15 | $0.6560 | — | — |
| 2018-02-22 | 2018-03-15 | $0.6560 | — | — |
| 2017-11-21 | 2017-12-15 | $0.6560 | — | — |
| 2017-08-23 | 2017-09-15 | $0.6560 | — | — |
| 2017-05-23 | 2017-06-15 | $0.6180 | — | — |
| 2017-02-22 | 2017-03-15 | $0.6180 | — | — |
| 2016-11-21 | 2016-12-15 | $0.6180 | — | — |
| 2016-08-23 | 2016-09-15 | $0.6180 | — | — |
| 2016-05-23 | 2016-06-15 | $0.5830 | — | — |
| 2016-02-23 | 2016-03-15 | $0.5830 | — | — |
| 2015-11-23 | 2015-12-15 | $0.5830 | — | — |
| 2015-08-21 | 2015-09-15 | $0.5830 | — | — |
| 2015-05-21 | 2015-06-15 | $0.5350 | — | — |
| 2015-02-23 | 2015-03-16 | $0.5350 | — | — |
| 2014-11-21 | 2014-12-15 | $0.5350 | — | — |
| 2014-08-21 | 2014-09-15 | $0.5350 | — | — |
| 2014-05-21 | 2014-06-13 | $0.4850 | — | — |
| 2014-02-21 | 2014-03-14 | $0.4850 | — | — |
| 2013-11-21 | 2013-12-13 | $0.4850 | — | — |
| 2013-08-21 | 2013-09-13 | $0.4850 | — | — |
| 2013-05-22 | 2013-06-14 | $0.4200 | — | — |
| 2013-02-21 | 2013-03-15 | $0.4200 | — | — |
| 2012-11-20 | 2012-12-14 | $0.4200 | — | — |
| 2012-08-22 | 2012-09-14 | $0.3800 | — | — |
| 2012-05-23 | 2012-06-15 | $0.3800 | — | — |
| 2012-02-22 | 2012-03-15 | $0.3800 | — | — |
| 2011-11-22 | 2011-12-15 | $0.3450 | — | — |
| 2011-08-23 | 2011-09-15 | $0.3450 | — | — |
| 2011-05-23 | 2011-06-15 | $0.3450 | — | — |
| 2011-02-23 | 2011-03-15 | $0.3450 | — | — |
| 2010-11-22 | 2010-12-15 | $0.3200 | — | — |
| 2010-08-23 | 2010-09-15 | $0.3200 | — | — |
| 2010-05-21 | 2010-06-15 | $0.3200 | — | — |
| 2010-02-23 | 2010-03-15 | $0.3200 | — | — |
| 2009-11-23 | 2009-12-15 | $0.2975 | — | — |
| 2009-08-21 | 2009-09-15 | $0.2975 | — | — |
| 2009-05-20 | 2009-06-15 | $0.2975 | — | — |
| 2009-02-23 | 2009-03-13 | $0.2975 | — | — |
| 2008-11-21 | 2008-12-15 | $0.2975 | — | — |
| 2008-08-21 | 2008-09-15 | $0.2975 | — | — |
| 2008-05-21 | 2008-06-13 | $0.2975 | — | — |
| 2008-02-21 | 2008-03-14 | $0.2975 | — | — |
| 2007-11-19 | 2007-12-14 | $0.2975 | — | — |
| 2007-08-22 | 2007-09-14 | $0.2975 | — | — |
| 2007-05-23 | 2007-06-15 | $0.2700 | — | — |
| 2007-02-21 | 2007-03-15 | $0.2700 | — | — |
| 2006-11-20 | 2006-12-15 | $0.2700 | — | — |
About The Hershey Company (HSY) — Dividend Analysis 2026
The Hershey Company, operating with its various subsidiaries, serves as a key manufacturer and distributor of both sweet confections and general household pantry items. Its market reach extends across the United States and globally. The enterprise strategically divides its operations into three main business segments: North America Confectionery, North America Salty Snacks, and an International division. Its extensive product catalog features a wide array of offerings. This includes various chocolate and non-chocolate candies, as well as refreshing chewing gums and mints. Beyond traditional treats, Hershey also supplies pantry essentials such as baking ingredients, dessert toppings, a range of beverages, and sundae syrups. Furthermore, their snack collection encompasses diverse items like spreads, meat snacks, various bars and snack bites, popcorn, and protein bars. The company markets its broad product line under numerous iconic brand names. Its extensive brand portfolio includes household names such as Hershey's, Reese's, Kisses, Jolly Rancher, Kit Kat, Twizzlers, York, and Ice Breakers, alongside other popular confectionery brands like Almond Joy, Cadbury, Heath, Payday, Rolo, and Whoppers. The snack segment features well-known names like SkinnyPop, Pirates Booty, Paqui, Dot's Homestyle Pretzels, and ONE Bar, complemented by international offerings such as Pelon Pelo Rico, IO-IO, and Sofit. Hershey distributes its merchandise through a comprehensive network of channels. These include wholesale distributors, major grocery store chains, large-scale retailers, pharmacies, vending machine operators, warehouse clubs, convenience stores, discount stores, concession stands, and department stores. Established in 1894, The Hershey Company maintains its corporate headquarters in Hershey, Pennsylvania.
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🌍 HSY Yield by Country & Account Type
Real after-tax yield depends on where you live and how you hold HSY.
| Account/Country | Tax Rate | After-tax Yield | Real Yield | $10K Annual Income |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🇺🇸 Roth IRA / 401k | 0% | 3.48% | 0.68% | $348 / yr |
| 🇺🇸 US Taxable (15%) ✓ | 15% | 2.96% | 0.16% | $296 / yr |
| 🇺🇸 US Taxable (20%) | 20% | 2.78% | -0.02% | $278 / yr |
| 🇬🇧 UK ISA | 0% | 3.48% | 0.68% | $348 / yr |
| 🇬🇧 UK Taxable | 8.75% | 3.18% | 0.38% | $318 / yr |
| 🇨🇦 TFSA | 0% | 3.48% | 0.68% | $348 / yr |
| 🇨🇦 CA Taxable | 25% | 2.61% | -0.19% | $261 / yr |
| 🇦🇺 Super (pension) | 15% | 2.96% | 0.16% | $296 / yr |
| 🇦🇺 AU Taxable | 30% | 2.44% | -0.36% | $244 / yr |
| 🇩🇪 DE Taxable | 26.375% | 2.56% | -0.24% | $256 / yr |
| 🇫🇷 FR Taxable | 30% | 2.44% | -0.36% | $244 / yr |
Real yield = after-tax yield minus US CPI of 2.8%. 12-month CPI (US BLS via FMP economic-indicators). Click any row to select. US withholding tax (30%, reducible by treaty) applies to non-US residents holding US stocks in taxable accounts.
🎯 HSY Income Goal & Break-Even
12-month CPI (US BLS via FMP economic-indicators).
Based on current dividend of $5.73/share/yr · 🇺🇸 US Taxable (15%) · static projection (no growth assumed).
📅 HSY Dividend Payment Schedule
HSY pays quarterly — 4 times per year. Ex-div: 2026-08-14.
📊 HSY vs Consumer Defensive Benchmarks
How HSY compares to typical Consumer Defensive averages.
Benchmarks: S&P 500 sector averages (2024–2026). Sources: Morningstar, Bloomberg, NAREIT. 5Y CAGR for HSY sourced from FMP /financial-growth endpoint — real data, not estimates.
🏛️ HSY Insider Activity
When executives buy their own stock, it's a signal they believe in the dividend's sustainability.
| Insider | Title | Type | Date | Shares | Price | Total Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sale | 2026-10-19 | 633 | $166.97 | $105.7K | ||
| Sale | 2026-10-19 | 7,865 | $167.22 | $1.32M | ||
| Sale | 2026-10-19 | 732 | $168.53 | $123.4K | ||
| Sale | 2026-10-19 | 770 | $169.64 | $130.6K | ||
| Sale | 2026-10-20 | 7,091 | $168.61 | $1.20M | ||
| Sale | 2026-10-20 | 2,909 | $169.42 | $492.9K | ||
| Sale | 2026-10-21 | 5,643 | $167.67 | $946.2K | ||
| Sale | 2026-10-21 | 3,155 | $168.50 | $531.6K | ||
| Sale | 2026-10-21 | 1,202 | $169.23 | $203.4K | ||
| Sale | 2026-10-15 | 207 | $166.97 | $34.6K |
Insider transactions sourced from SEC Form 4 filings via Financial Modeling Prep. See disclaimer.
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Financial Health Scores
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Geographic Revenue Breakdown
Where HSY earns its moneyRevenue breakdown from latest annual report via FMP. Percentages may not sum to 100% due to rounding.
Dividend yields, payout ratios, and financial metrics are sourced from Financial Modeling Prep (FMP) and cross-referenced with SEC EDGAR filings. Data is cached and updated every 24 hours via our nightly refresh. DRIP projections are forward-looking estimates, not guarantees.
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The Hershey Company (HSY) is currently trading at $164.51, 31% below its 52-week high. The current dividend yield is 3.48% based on an annual payout of $5.73 per share.
The Hershey Company Offers Strong Dividend Growth Alongside High Payout Sustainability Concerns
AI SummaryThe Hershey Company, operating in the Consumer Defensive sector with a $32.5 billion market cap, offers an attractive 3.57% dividend yield backed by a substantial annual payout of $5.73. The company boasts an impressive five-year dividend CAGR of 11.7%, reflecting a strong historical commitment to returning capital to shareholders. However, trading at a P/E ratio of 36.9, the stock commands a premium valuation. Despite the appealing yield and growth trajectory, long-term sustainability faces near-term pressure. The current payout ratio sits at an unsustainable 132%, indicating that dividend distributions exceed current earnings. Investors should monitor whether future earnings growth can bridge this gap to maintain the dividend without relying on balance sheet leverage.
- Unsustainable 132% payout ratio exceeding current earnings
- High P/E valuation of 36.9 limiting margin of safety
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