Jennifer Mccalman, VP, Chief Accounting Officer at The Hershey Company (NYSE:HSY), reported a sale of 710 shares of common stock on August 6, 2026, according to a recent SEC Form 4 filing.
Transaction summary
Transaction value based on SEC Form 4 weighted average sale price ($180.78); post-transaction value based on August 06, 2026 market close ($183.02).
Key questions
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What was the regulatory framework governing this transaction?
The sale was conducted pursuant to a Rule 10b5-1 trading plan that Jennifer Mccalman adopted on May 6, 2026, which allows insiders to schedule trades in advance to avoid conflicts regarding material non-public information. -
What is the insider’s remaining ownership stake in the company?
Following this transaction, Mccalman directly holds 3,586 shares, which equates to an insider ownership percentage of 0.0018% of the total shares outstanding. -
How has the stock performed leading up to this transaction?
As of the August 6, 2026 transaction date, shares were priced at $183.02 at the market close, while the company delivered a one-year total return of 0% as of the same date. -
What is the current financial scale of The Hershey Company?
The company currently holds a market capitalization of $37.0 billion and reported trailing twelve-month revenue of $12.2 billion alongside a net income of $1.5 billion.
Company Overview
Company Snapshot
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The Hershey Company manufactures and distributes a comprehensive portfolio of confectionery products and salty snacks, generating revenue across its North America Confectionery, North America Salty Snacks, and International business segments.
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The company operates a vertically integrated business model encompassing manufacturing, distribution, and retail partnerships, leveraging its iconic brand portfolio to maintain pricing power and market share in the global confectionery sector.
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Hershey’s primary customer base includes retail chains, foodservice operators, and consumers across North America and international markets, with particular strength in the United States confectionery and snacking categories.
The Hershey Company stands as a leading global manufacturer of chocolate and confectionery products with a market capitalization of $37.0 billion and TTM revenues of $12.2 billion.
