P/E Ratio
Updated 152h ago
Sector Performance
67th percentileHSY
31.8x
Sector Median
24.7x
Sector Avg
36.0x
Deep Analysis
The current P/E (price-to-earnings) ratio of 31.8x means investors are paying $31.80 for every $1 of HSY’s earnings — a measure of how expensive the stock is relative to its profit.
This sits above the sector median of 24.1x, placing HSY in the 68th percentile among sector peers, indicating it is pricier than most comparable companies. While year-over-year change and the eight-quarter trend are not available, the ratio fell 13.9% quarter-over-quarter from 36.9x to 31.8x. The combination of a still-elevated P/E with a sharp quarterly decline suggests valuation is cooling, which may moderate risk but does not eliminate the premium. This metric supports the overall NEUTRAL verdict: the above-median level implies caution, while the downward trend keeps the stock from being a clear buy or sell.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the P/E Ratio tell investors about HSY?
Measures how much investors pay per dollar of earnings. A high P/E signals growth expectations; a low P/E may indicate undervaluation or slow growth.
How is the P/E Ratio calculated?
P/E Ratio is calculated as: Price / EPS.
Who are HSY's closest peers by P/E Ratio?
The closest peers by P/E Ratio include: VICI (9.1x), OMF (9.0x), JACK (8.5x), GIS (8.4x), FIS (8.4x).
The Formula
Price / EPS
Why It Matters
Measures how much investors pay per dollar of earnings. A high P/E signals growth expectations; a low P/E may indicate undervaluation or slow growth.
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31.8x
Sector Median
24.7x
Sector Avg
36.0x
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