What is HSY's current dividend yield?

Hershey Co (HSY) has a dividend yield of 3.57%, paying $5.81 per share annually.

How often does HSY pay dividends?

Hershey Co typically pays dividends on a quarterly basis. The annual dividend totals $5.81 per share.

When is HSY's next ex-dividend date?

The most recent ex-dividend date for Hershey Co was August 14, 2026. Ex-dividend dates are typically announced a few weeks before the payment date.

What is HSY's dividend growth rate?

Hershey Co has a 5-year dividend compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 11.6%. The 10-year CAGR is 9.2%.

What is HSY's payout ratio?

Hershey Co has a payout ratio of 77%, meaning it distributes 77% of its earnings as dividends. This is a moderate level.

Hershey Co (HSY) Dividend Analysis

Comprehensive dividend yield, safety, growth, and income analysis for HSY.

Hershey Co (HSY) pays a solid 3.57% dividend yield, or $5.81 per share annually at a stock price of $162.99. The payout ratio of 77% is moderate. The dividend is currently covered by earnings but leaves less room for growth. Earnings cover the dividend 1.3x. Dividend growth is slowing — the 3-year CAGR of 10.0% trails the 5-year rate of 11.6% and the 10-year rate of 9.2%. The most recent ex-dividend date was August 14, 2026.

Dividend Overview

Hershey Co (HSY) pays a solid 3.57% dividend yield, or $5.81 per share annually at a stock price of $162.99.

Dividend Yield

3.57%

Annual Dividend

$5.81

Share Price

$162.99

Ex-Dividend Date

Aug 14, 2026

Consecutive Years

0 yrs

Sector

Consumer Staples

Dividend Safety

Moderate

The payout ratio of 77% is moderate. The dividend is currently covered by earnings but leaves less room for growth.

Payout Ratio77%

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DRIP Projection

$10,000 invested in HSY with dividends reinvested would grow to approximately $18,106 after 10 years, generating roughly $1,930/year in dividend income. This projection assumes the current 3.57% yield and a 11.6% annual dividend growth rate with all dividends reinvested.

Year	Portfolio Value	Annual Income	Total Return
Year 1	$10,357	$413	+4%
Year 5	$12,458	$769	+25%
Year 10	$18,106	$1,930	+81%
Year 15	$33,965	$6,257	+240%
Year 20	$96,204	$30,623	+862%

Assumes constant share price and reinvestment at current price. Actual results will vary. Try our DRIP Calculator for a customized projection with real historical data.