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Recent Beef Recall Shows High Cost of Tainted Foods
John Mitchell, The Motley Fool - Motley Fool - Thu Mar 13, 4:21PM CDT
The FDA's expansion of the Ranchero Feeding Corporation's beef recall was announced in Minnesota yesterday, the 43rd state to be affected. The Minnesota StarTribune , in its coverage of the incident, stated, "The USDA's public declaration of the...
Hershey's Kisses Brand Hits $100 Million in China
Business Wire - Tue Mar 11, 8:01AM CDT
The Hershey Company (NYSE: HSY) announced today that sales of its Hershey's Kisses Brand Chocolates have surpassed $100 million in annual sales in China, making it the first Hershey brand to reach this milestone in a country outside of the United States. Hershey's Kisses Chocolates is the company's fastest growing brand globally, with more than 40 percent of sales now coming from outside the United States.
Awards, Promotions, and Conferences - Analyst Notes on Tyson Foods, Kraft Foods Group, ADM, Bunge, and Hershey
PR Newswire - Mon Mar 10, 8:32AM CDT
Today, Analysts Review released its analysts' notes regarding Tyson Foods, Inc. (NYSE:TSN), Kraft Foods Group Inc (NASDAQ:KRFT), Archer Daniels Midland Company (NYSE:ADM),
Hershey Going Strong - Analyst Blog
Zacks Equity Research - Zacks Investment Research - Thu Mar 06, 5:30PM CST
On Mar 5, 2014, we issued an updated research report on The Hershey Company (HSY).
Jim Cramer: Ghost-Town Sectors Are Hopping
at The Street - Wed Mar 05, 10:08AM CST
These sectors almost never see the kind of rallies they just had.
Hershey Exceeds Environmental Goals Two Years Early
Business Wire - Wed Mar 05, 9:36AM CST
The Hershey Company (NYSE: HSY) today announced it has exceeded three of its key environmental sustainability goals set in 2012. Hershey has surpassed its water consumption target three years early and its zero waste to landfill (ZWL) and recycling targets two years early. By the end of 2013, the company had converted six of its manufacturing facilities to ZWL, surpassing its 2015 goal of five; achieved a recycling rate of 86.6 percent, beating its 2015 goal of 85 percent; and reduced water consumption per pound of product by 58 percent by the end of 2012, far exceeding its 2015 goal of 10 percent.
The Easter Bunny Can Hop To It With The Hershey Easter Collection
PR Newswire - Tue Mar 04, 8:01AM CST
The Easter Bunny is busy preparing for another season filled with eggs, baskets and delicious treats. With 90 percent of consumers who celebrate Easter planning to incorporate everyone's favorite furry friend into their traditions this year, The Hershey Company is sharing suggestions to help the Easter Bunny prepare for a full schedule.
Logic Melts in Dismissal of Chocolate Price-Fixing Lawsuit
Rich Duprey, The Motley Fool - Motley Fool - Mon Mar 03, 6:00PM CST
Funny how a judge in one country can ignore admissions of guilt by participants in a crime in another country, and dismiss all charges against the perpetrators for a lack of evidence here at home. Last year after Mondelez International 's Cadbury...
Updated Research Report on P&G - Analyst Blog
Zacks Equity Research - Zacks Investment Research - Mon Mar 03, 12:10PM CST
On Feb 28, 2014, we issued an updated research report on P&G.
Hershey's Sweet Problem
Daniel Jones, The Motley Fool - Motley Fool - Sat Mar 01, 7:00AM CST
Source: Wikimedia Commons. Cash can be a tricky thing. If you don't have enough, similar to the situation that J.C. Penney faced late last year, it could signal trouble for your business. However, if you have too much, that could also be...
How This Consumer Products Company Survives Competition and Changing Consumer Preferences
Mark Lin, The Motley Fool - Motley Fool - Thu Feb 27, 9:48AM CST
Source: Hillshire Faced with private-label competition and changing consumer preferences, food companies are under tremendous pressure to compete and even survive. Hillshire Brands , a manufacturer and marketer of branded meat-centric food...
Look for Shares of Hershey to Potentially Rebound after Yesterday's 1.06% Sell Off
Comtex SmarTrend(R) - Wed Feb 26, 4:28PM CST
Hershey (NYSE:HSY) traded in a range yesterday that spanned from a low of $105.56 to a high of $107.21. Yesterday, the shares fell 1.1%, which took the trading range below the 3-day low of $106.21 on volume of 2.3 million shares. Often times after large one-day declines, short-term traders may play for some degree of mean reversion.
Reese's Peanut Butter Cups Tip Off The College Basketball Postseason With Fan Edition Printed Cups
PR Newswire - Wed Feb 26, 8:47AM CST
Today the Reese's brand (NYSE: HSY) announced it is launching Reese's Fan Edition Printed Cups, a new line of peanut butter cups with basketball designs printed on them. This is the first time the Reese's brand will use edible printing technology for its peanut butter cups, which will be available in 10 different designs.
Is There An Opportunity in PepsiCo?
Michael Hooper, The Motley Fool - Motley Fool - Wed Feb 26, 8:31AM CST
Shares of PepsiCo recently fell by 3% after the company reported that it had decided to retain its North American beverage business. Shareholder activist Nelson Peltz hopes that PepsiCo will spin off its North American beverage business and...
How KitKat Became the Most Influential Candy Bar of All Time
Beth Nichols, The Motley Fool - Motley Fool - Tue Feb 25, 9:54AM CST
It's official. Time has named Nestlé's KitKat the most influential candy bar of all time, touting its impact on not just the candy industry, but the world. "Give me a break," I exclaimed while reading the article. Influential? The world?...
Will This Upgrade Help Hershey (HSY) Today? (Update)
at The Street - Tue Feb 25, 8:27AM CST
Credit Suisse raised its target price on Hershey (HSY) to $117 and set an "outperform" rating. The firm noted the company can continue to deliver consistent growth across the globe.
Saudi Arabia Confectionery Market in Saudi Arabia Expected to Witness the CAGR of Around 12% during 2013-2018
M2 - Tue Feb 25, 5:26AM CST
Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/qqt2nv/saudi_arabia) has announced the addition of the "Saudi Arabia Confectionery Market Forecast & Opportunities, 2018" report to their offering. Increasing consumerism accompanied by increased consumer's spending and growth of organized retailing is driving the demand for confectionery in Saudi Arabia According to the recently published report Saudi Arabia Confectionery Market Forecast & Opportunities, 2018 confectionery market in Saudi Arabia is expected to witness the CAGR of around 12% during 2013-2018. Confectionery industry is the most popular in the food processing sector and with the increasing demand of high end confectionery; international companies are entering into the market through collaborations and acquisitions in order to increase their share in the market. It is forecasted that Saudi Arabia confectionery market will reach USD 2.26 Billion (SAR 8.4 Billion) revenues by 2018 due to increasing gifting culture and the income bracket which will fuel the demand for confectionery products in Saudi Arabia. Saudi Arabia confectionery market is divided into three segments with Chocolate segment being 55% of the market, sugar confectionery accounting for 24% of the market and chewing gum being 21% of the total confectionery market. It has been expected that demand for chewing gum segment will increase in the coming years due to increasing health concerns among the people and shift in the target consumer base. The Saudi Arabia confectionery market is dominated by Krafts Food being the market leader followed by Mars and Nestle. Local manufacturers also play a significant role in the confectionery market due to proximity to the market and increasing awareness among the consumers. Saudi Arabia imports chocolate confectionery and sugar confectionery from countries namely Italy, Spain, Germany and Belgium. Increasing imports from different countries due to high quality can act as a challenge for the country's economy and local manufacturers. Companies Mentioned: - Krafts Foods - Mars Inc - Nestle - Hershey Foods Corporation - ShirinAsal Company - Ferrero Group - Unilever Group - Strauss Elite - Perfetti Van Melle Group - DadashBaradar Industrial Company For more information visit http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/qq...udi_arabia About Research and Markets Research and Markets is the world's leading source for international market research reports and market data. We provide you with the latest data on international and regional markets, key industries, the top companies, new products and the latest trends.
The Hershey Company: 3 Announcements Sending Shares Higher
Joseph Solitro, The Motley Fool - Motley Fool - Sun Feb 23, 9:30AM CST
Hershey , the American chocolate powerhouse, has started off 2014 hot, rising over 12% as the S&P 500 has risen less than 1%. A strong earnings report on Jan. 30 was the driving force behind most of this run, but three announcements on Feb. 19...
Hershey Maintains Outlook at CAGNY - Analyst Blog
Zacks Equity Research - Zacks Investment Research - Fri Feb 21, 6:25PM CST
The Hershey Company recently discussed its financial outlook and plans for the year at the 2014 Consumer Analyst Group of New York (CAGNY) conference on Feb 20.