HERSHEY CO 8-K

What Happened

• The Hershey Company announced sales and earnings information for the fourth quarter and full year ended December 31, 2025, and furnished a press release dated February 5, 2026 in an 8-K filing (Item 2.02). The press release is included as Exhibit 99.1 to the filing. The report was signed by Steven E. Voskuil, Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer.

Key Details

• Filing date: February 5, 2026 (Form 8-K, Item 2.02: Results of Operations and Financial Condition).
• Period covered: Fourth quarter and full year ended December 31, 2025.
• Disclosure format: Press release provided as Exhibit 99.1; Cover Page Inline XBRL data file included.
• Authorized signatory: Steven E. Voskuil, Senior VP & CFO.

Why It Matters

• This filing notifies investors that Hershey has publicly released its latest quarterly and full-year earnings and revenue information; those figures and any management commentary appear in the furnished press release (Exhibit 99.1). Retail investors should review the press release and the company’s posted financial data (including the Inline XBRL) to assess reported revenue, earnings, and any trends or guidance that could affect the stock.