Analyst consensus rating

The Hershey Analyst Rating: Buy

Direct answer

The Hershey's consensus rating is Buy.

21 analysts are included in the current consensus when a coverage count is available.
The same consensus reports an average price target of $205.52.
Forecast evidence checked September 9, 2026.

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Verified data

Current price
$173.27
Average price target
$205.52
High price target
$250.00
Low price target
$170.00
Low target gap
-1.9%
Target upside
+18.6%
High target gap
+44.3%
Target range width
46.2%
Consensus rating
Buy
Analysts
21
Evidence date
September 9, 2026
Valid through
September 16, 2026

Read the frequently asked questions.

What is the analyst consensus rating for The Hershey?

The Hershey has a verified Buy consensus. The same dataset has an average price target of $205.52.

How far are The Hershey's low and high targets from the recorded price?

The low target implies -1.9%, while the high target implies +44.3%.

How many analysts are included in The Hershey's consensus?

The verified consensus includes 21 analysts.

How is The Hershey's target upside or downside calculated?

The average target of $205.52 is divided by the recorded price of $173.27, then one is subtracted to produce +18.6%. This does not guarantee a future return.

When was The Hershey's analyst forecast verified?

The data was verified on 2026-09-09. The dataset is valid through 2026-09-16.