Stock Analysis on Net

Hershey Co. (NYSE:HSY)

$22.49

This company has been moved to the archive! The financial data has not been updated since July 27, 2023.

Return on Assets (ROA)
since 2005

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Calculation

Hershey Co., ROA, long-term trends, calculation

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Based on: 10-K (reporting date: 2022-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2021-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2020-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2019-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2018-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2017-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2016-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2015-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2014-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2013-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2012-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2011-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2010-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2009-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2008-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2007-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2006-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2005-12-31).

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The financial data reveals several notable trends over the analyzed period. Net income attributable to the company experienced fluctuations with a significant drop in 2007, reaching its lowest point in the observed range, followed by a general upward trend from 2008 onwards. The profitability improved markedly after 2014, culminating in the highest net income figures in the final years of the analysis, indicating enhanced earnings performance.

Total assets showed moderate variability in the earlier years, with a decline around 2008 and 2009. Beginning in 2012, there was a sustained and substantial increase in total assets, peaking in 2022. This growth suggests active asset acquisition or investment contributing to the expansion of the company's asset base over time.

Return on Assets (ROA) displayed a parallel pattern to net income trends, with a dip in 2007 consistent with the net income drop. After this trough, ROA improved steadily, reaching higher levels than the initial years. This indicates rising efficiency in using assets to generate profits, especially notable from 2012 forward. Despite some volatility, ROA generally remained above 10%, highlighting consistent profitability relative to asset size.

Net Income:
Marked volatility early in the period with a low in 2007, followed by persistent growth through to 2022. The recovery and growth phase post-2008 demonstrate successful operational and financial strategies enhancing earnings.
Total Assets:
Initial stability disrupted by a decline in 2008-2009, subsequent to which assets grew robustly. The large increase after 2012 indicates significant reinvestment or acquisitions, underpinning expansion efforts.
Return on Assets (ROA):
ROA correlates with net income trends, dipping in 2007 but generally improving over time. The post-2012 period reflects heightened asset utilization efficiency, with ROA values indicating strong profitability.

Overall, the data reveals a company that faced challenges around 2007-2009 but successfully recovered, capitalizing on growth opportunities and improving profitability and asset management in the subsequent years. The upward trajectories in net income and total assets, alongside stable and improving ROA, indicate positive financial health and effective management practices towards the end of the examined period.


Comparison to Competitors

Hershey Co., ROA, long-term trends, comparison to competitors

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Based on: 10-K (reporting date: 2022-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2021-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2020-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2019-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2018-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2017-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2016-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2015-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2014-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2013-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2012-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2011-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2010-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2009-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2008-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2007-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2006-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2005-12-31).


Comparison to Sector (Food, Beverage & Tobacco)


Comparison to Industry (Consumer Staples)