SCHEDULE 13G/A: Capital International Investors Reports 7.3% Hershey Stake
Beneficial Ownership Report
Capital International Investors has filed an amendment to its Schedule 13G, reporting a 7.3% beneficial ownership stake in Hershey Co. common stock.
Summary
- Capital International Investors (CII) reported beneficial ownership of 10,839,989 shares of Hershey Co. common stock.
- This ownership represents 7.3% of Hershey Co.'s outstanding common stock, based on 147,990,276 shares believed to be outstanding.
- CII holds sole voting power over 10,794,938 shares and sole dispositive power over 10,839,989 shares.
- CII is a division of Capital Research and Management Company (CRMC) and its investment management subsidiaries and affiliates, collectively providing investment management services.
Sentiment
Score: 5
Explanation: The filing is a factual disclosure of beneficial ownership and does not contain information that would inherently indicate a positive or negative sentiment regarding the company's performance or outlook.
Positives
- NA
Negatives
- NA
Risks
- NA
Future Outlook
NA
Management Comments
- Capital International Investors certifies that the securities were acquired and are held in the ordinary course of business and not for the purpose of or with the effect of changing or influencing the control of the issuer, nor in connection with any transaction having that purpose or effect, other than activities solely in connection with a nomination under Rule 14a-11.
Industry Context
NA
Comparison to Industry Standards
- NA
Management Changes
| Role | Previous Person | New Person | Effective Date | Reason |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Corporate Governance
| Change Type | Description | Effective Date | Impact Assessment |
|---|---|---|---|
Legal Proceedings
- NA
Related Party Transactions
- NA
Stakeholder Impact
- The disclosure of a significant 7.3% stake by a major investment adviser like Capital International Investors may be viewed by shareholders as a vote of confidence in Hershey Co.'s long-term prospects.
Next Steps
- NA
Key Dates
| Date | Description |
|---|---|
| 06/30/2025 | Date of event which requires filing of this statement |
| 08/12/2025 | Date of signature for the filing |
Keywords
Hershey Co., Capital International Investors, Beneficial Ownership, Schedule 13G, Common Stock, Investment Adviser, Institutional Ownership
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