Hershey (HSY) Dividend Yield, Date & History

Hershey Dividend - Frequently Asked Questions

What is Hershey's dividend yield?

The current dividend yield for Hershey is 3.15%. Learn more on HSY's dividend yield history.

How much is Hershey's annual dividend?

The annual dividend for HSY shares is $5.48. Learn more on HSY's annual dividend history.

How often does Hershey pay dividends?

Hershey pays quarterly dividends to shareholders.

When is Hershey's next dividend payment?

Hershey's next quarterly dividend payment of $1.37 per share will be made to shareholders on Monday, December 16, 2024.

When was Hershey's most recent dividend payment?

Hershey's most recent quarterly dividend payment of $1.37 per share was made to shareholders on Monday, September 16, 2024.

When was Hershey's most recent ex-dividend date?

Hershey's most recent ex-dividend date was Monday, November 18, 2024.

Is Hershey's dividend growing?

Over the past three years, the company's dividend has grown by an average of 12.21% per year.

What track record does Hershey have of raising its dividend?

Hershey has increased its dividend for the past 15 consecutive years.

When did Hershey last increase or decrease its dividend?

The most recent change in the company's dividend was an increase of $0.1780 on Wednesday, February 7, 2024.

What is Hershey's dividend payout ratio?

The dividend payout ratio for HSY is:

• 63.13% based on the trailing year of earnings
• 60.49% based on this year's estimates
• 65.01% based on next year's estimates
• 46.01% based on cash flow

Is Hershey a good dividend stock?

Hershey's dividend yield of 3.22% is higher than the average Consumer Staples company that issues a dividend. The company's 15 consecutive years of dividend growth indicate that the company has a strong committment to maintain and grow its dividend. Hershey's dividend payout ratio of 63.13% is at a healthy, sustainable level, below 75% of its earnings.