Hershey Stock Sinks, Rising Costs and Weak Demand Take a Toll [Yahoo! Finance]
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As a result, the stock has dropped 13.9% over the past three months, underperforming both the broader industry and the Zacks Consumer Staple sector, which saw declines of 11% and 5.4%, respectively. In contrast, the S&P 500 has gained 11.1% during the same period. With these hurdles in mind, investors are questioning Hershey's prospects as they weigh the factors behind its recent struggles. The most significant factor weighing on Hershey's performance is the weaker-than-expected consumer demand. Total snacking consumption softened in the third quarter of 2024 as people prioritized value and budgeted for meals. Consumer behavior has shifted toward value-seeking due to economic pressures, prioritizing budgets for essentials, which has reduced foot traffic to convenience and drug stores where Hershey's brands are over indexed. The shift in consumer shopping habits toward club stores, dollar stores and online channels —areas where Hershey has less presence — is adding to the company's
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