Hershey: Capital International reports 174 shares

Hershey Co. ownership update: Capital International Investors filed an amendment reporting beneficial ownership of 174 shares of Common Stock, representing 0.0% of 148,077,438 shares believed outstanding as of 03/31/2026.

Rhea-AI Filing Summary

Hershey Co. ownership update: Capital International Investors filed an amendment reporting beneficial ownership of 174 shares of Common Stock, representing 0.0% of 148,077,438 shares believed outstanding as of 03/31/2026. The filing identifies CII as a division of Capital Research and Management Company and related investment management entities. The disclosure is listed as an amendment to a Schedule 13G and states Ownership of 5 percent or less of a class.

Insights

Corporate Governance Analyst

Routine passive ownership disclosure; no material stake.

The filing records 174 shares held by Capital International Investors, showing sole voting and dispositive power over those shares. The filing is an amendment to a Schedule 13G, used for passive investors reporting ownership below five percent.

Because the position is 0.0% of the outstanding stock, this does not materially affect control or corporate governance. Subsequent filings would show any material changes.

Key Figures

Reported shares owned: 174 shares Shares outstanding (believed): 148,077,438 shares Filing date / as of: 03/31/2026 +1 more

4 metrics

Reported shares owned 174 shares Beneficial ownership reported by Capital International Investors

Shares outstanding (believed) 148,077,438 shares Shares believed to be outstanding as referenced in the filing

Filing date / as of 03/31/2026 Date shown on the filing header

CUSIP 427866108 CUSIP for Hershey Co. Common Stock

Key Terms

Schedule 13G/A, beneficially owned, sole dispositive power

3 terms

Schedule 13G/A regulatory

"Amendment No. 4 ) Hershey Co. Common Stock"

A Schedule 13G/A is an amended public filing with the U.S. securities regulator that updates a previous Schedule 13G, disclosing when an individual or group holds a substantial (typically over 5%) stake in a company and is claiming a passive, non‑controlling intent. Investors monitor these updates because rising or falling holdings can signal changing confidence, potential future moves, or shifts in voting power — like watching a public ledger where large shareholders quietly adjust their positions.

beneficially owned financial

"CII is deemed to be the beneficial owner of 174 shares"

Beneficially owned describes securities or assets where a person has the economic rights and control—such as the right to receive dividends and to direct voting—even if legal title is held in another name. Think of it like having the keys and using a car that’s registered to someone else: you get the benefits and make decisions. Investors care because beneficial ownership reveals who truly controls value and voting power, affecting corporate decisions and takeover dynamics.

sole dispositive power financial

"Sole power to dispose or to direct the disposition of: 174"

Sole dispositive power is the exclusive legal authority to decide what happens to a security — for example, whether to sell, transfer, or retain shares — without needing anyone else’s permission. Investors care because it signals who truly controls the economic outcome of an investment: like holding the only key to a safe, the holder can realize gains or losses and may trigger regulatory reporting, insider rules, or influence over corporate ownership.

FAQ

What does the HSY Schedule 13G/A filed by Capital International Investors report?

It reports that Capital International Investors beneficially owns 174 shares of Hershey Common Stock. The filing is an amendment to a Schedule 13G and states the holding represents 0.0% of 148,077,438 shares believed outstanding as of 03/31/2026.

Does Capital International Investors control voting or disposition of these Hershey shares?

Yes; the filing lists sole voting power and sole dispositive power for 174 shares. It shows no shared voting or dispositive powers and attributes the holdings to Capital International Investors' investment management entities.

Is this a material ownership stake in Hershey (HSY)?

No; the filing classifies the position as Ownership of 5 percent or less of a class. The reported 0.0% stake of 148,077,438 shares believed outstanding is below material thresholds for control changes or mandatory takeover disclosures.

Who is Capital International Investors as described in the filing?

The filing states CII is a division of Capital Research and Management Company and related investment management subsidiaries and affiliates. It lists specific entities providing investment management services under the name Capital International Investors.

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Accepted by SEC EDGAR 05/14/2026 - 12:52 PM Learn about SEC filing dates

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Washington, D.C. 20549

SCHEDULE 13G

UNDER THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934

(Amendment No. 4)

Hershey Co.

(Name of Issuer)

Common Stock

(Title of Class of Securities)

427866108

(CUSIP Number)

03/31/2026

(Date of Event Which Requires Filing of this Statement)

Check the appropriate box to designate the rule pursuant to which this Schedule is filed:

Rule 13d-1(b)

Rule 13d-1(c)

Rule 13d-1(d)

schemaVersion:

SCHEDULE 13G

CUSIP Number(s): 427866108

1

Names of Reporting Persons

Capital International Investors

2

Check the appropriate box if a member of a Group (see instructions)

(a)
(b)

3

Sec Use Only

4

Citizenship or Place of Organization

DELAWARE

Number of Shares Beneficially Owned by Each Reporting Person With:

5	Sole Voting Power 174.00
6	Shared Voting Power 0.00
7	Sole Dispositive Power 174.00
8	Shared Dispositive Power 0.00

9

Aggregate Amount Beneficially Owned by Each Reporting Person

174.00

10

Check box if the aggregate amount in row (9) excludes certain shares (See Instructions)

11

Percent of class represented by amount in row (9)

0.0 %

12

Type of Reporting Person (See Instructions)

IA

SCHEDULE 13G

Item 1.
(a)	Name of issuer: Hershey Co.
(b)	Address of issuer's principal executive offices: 19 EAST CHOCOLATE AVENUE, EXTERNAL RPTG & COMPLIANCE, HERSHEY, PA 17033
Item 2.
(a)	Name of person filing: Capital International Investors
(b)	Address or principal business office or, if none, residence: 333 South Hope Street, 55th Fl, Los Angeles, CA 90071
(c)	Citizenship: N/A
(d)	Title of class of securities: Common Stock
(e)	CUSIP No.: 427866108
Item 3.	If this statement is filed pursuant to §§ 240.13d-1(b) or 240.13d-2(b) or (c), check whether the person filing is a:
(a)	Broker or dealer registered under section 15 of the Act (15 U.S.C. 78o);
(b)	Bank as defined in section 3(a)(6) of the Act (15 U.S.C. 78c);
(c)	Insurance company as defined in section 3(a)(19) of the Act (15 U.S.C. 78c);
(d)	Investment company registered under section 8 of the Investment Company Act of 1940 (15 U.S.C. 80a-8);
(e)	An investment adviser in accordance with § 240.13d-1(b)(1)(ii)(E);
(f)	An employee benefit plan or endowment fund in accordance with § 240.13d-1(b)(1)(ii)(F);
(g)	A parent holding company or control person in accordance with § 240.13d-1(b)(1)(ii)(G);
(h)	A savings associations as defined in Section 3(b) of the Federal Deposit Insurance Act (12 U.S.C. 1813);
(i)	A church plan that is excluded from the definition of an investment company under section 3(c)(14) of the Investment Company Act of 1940 (15 U.S.C. 80a-3);
(j)	A non-U.S. institution in accordance with § 240.13d-1(b)(1)(ii)(J). If filing as a non-U.S. institution in accordance with § 240.13d-1(b)(1)(ii)(J), please specify the type of institution:
(k)	Group, in accordance with Rule 240.13d-1(b)(1)(ii)(K).
Item 4.	Ownership
(a)	Amount beneficially owned: 174 ** **Capital International Investors ("CII") is a division of Capital Research and Management Company ("CRMC"), as well as its investment management subsidiaries and affiliates Capital Bank and Trust Company, Capital International, Inc., Capital International Limited, Capital International Sarl, Capital International K.K., Capital Group Private Client Services, Inc., and Capital Group Investment Management Private Limited (together with CRMC, the "investment management entities"). CII's divisions of each of the investment management entities collectively provide investment management services under the name "Capital International Investors." CII is deemed to be the beneficial owner of 174 shares or 0.0% of the 148,077,438 shares believed to be outstanding.
(b)	Percent of class: 0.0 %
(c)	Number of shares as to which the person has:
	(i) Sole power to vote or to direct the vote: 174
	(ii) Shared power to vote or to direct the vote: 0
	(iii) Sole power to dispose or to direct the disposition of: 174
	(iv) Shared power to dispose or to direct the disposition of: 0
Item 5.	Ownership of 5 Percent or Less of a Class.
	Ownership of 5 percent or less of a class
Item 6.	Ownership of more than 5 Percent on Behalf of Another Person.
	Not Applicable
Item 7.	Identification and Classification of the Subsidiary Which Acquired the Security Being Reported on by the Parent Holding Company or Control Person.
	Not Applicable
Item 8.	Identification and Classification of Members of the Group.
	Not Applicable
Item 9.	Notice of Dissolution of Group.
	Not Applicable

Item 10.

Certifications:

By signing below I certify that, to the best of my knowledge and belief, the securities referred to above were acquired and are held in the ordinary course of business and were not acquired and are not held for the purpose of or with the effect of changing or influencing the control of the issuer of the securities and were not acquired and are not held in connection with or as a participant in any transaction having that purpose or effect, other than activities solely in connection with a nomination under ?? 240.14a-11.

SIGNATURE

After reasonable inquiry and to the best of my knowledge and belief, I certify that the information set forth in this statement is true, complete and correct.

Capital International Investors

Signature:	Aaron Espin
Name/Title:	Senior Vice President
Date:	05/13/2026