Ratio Analysis Project

Objectives:

Analyze the financial performance of Hershey Inc. using the following financial ratios.

INSTRUCTIONS: Submit a written report that:

1. Provides an overview of the company and its line of business.
2. Uses benchmarking and time series analysis to discuss the companys liquidity, asset management, debt, and profitability.
   1. You should think carefully about how to present your data. Include tables/graphs. As you write, assume that I have no access to the ratios. Therefore, include them in a meaningful way (do not simply copy and paste the data table).
      1. Conduct external research to offer some explanations for the ratios. This can include the companys financial statements, news articles, analyst reports, and/or any other quality source of information.
3. Provides the P/E ratio for your company and offers a judgment on whether the stock is undervalued, overvalued, or fairly valued.
4. Offers general guidance on the future of this company for potential creditors and potential stockholders.

\begin{tabular}{l} Company Basics \\ \hline \hline Company Name: Hershey Inc. \\ Ticker: HSY \\ Basic Description: The Hershey Company manufactures chocolate and sugar confectionery products. The \\ Company's principal products include chocolate and sugar confectionery products, gum and mint \\ refreshment products, and pantry items, such as baking ingredients, toppings, and beverages. \\ Headquarters: Hershey, Pennsylvania \end{tabular}