HERSHEY CO 8-K

What Happened
The Hershey Company (HSY) filed an 8-K on March 31, 2026 announcing it reaffirmed its 2026 full-year financial outlook via a press release dated March 31, 2026 (Exhibit 99.1). The company also disclosed that it will discuss its financial outlook and strategic plans at its previously announced 2026 Investor Day, to be held via live webcast, and furnished the presentation materials for that event (Exhibit 99.2). The filing was signed by Steven E. Voskuil, Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer.

Key Details

• Filing date: March 31, 2026; press release furnished as Exhibit 99.1.
• Investor Day: live webcast with presentation materials furnished as Exhibit 99.2.
• The materials and press release are furnished under Regulation FD and are not being "filed" for purposes of Section 18 of the Exchange Act.
• Form 8-K signed by CFO Steven E. Voskuil.

Why It Matters
For investors, the key takeaway is that Hershey has reaffirmed its full-year 2026 financial outlook and will present its strategic plans publicly at Investor Day—events that can influence expectations for earnings, revenue, and future guidance. Furnishing the Investor Day presentation and press release gives shareholders direct access to management’s guidance and strategy, but note the company specified those items are furnished (not filed) and therefore carry different legal treatment under the federal securities laws.