Hershey Co vs Abrdn Physical Platinum Shares ETF — how do they compare? Hershey Co trades at $181.25 (market cap $36.56B), while Abrdn Physical Platinum Shares ETF trades at $16. The key difference: Hershey Co pays a 3.19% dividend while Abrdn Physical Platinum Shares ETF pays none. Which is the better fit depends on your goals.
| HSY | PPLT | |
|---|---|---|
Market Cap | $36.56B | — |
Sector | Consumer Staples | Commodities - Metals/Agriculture |
52-Week High | $236.28 | $25.23 |
52-Week Low | $162.31 | $11.95 |
Enterprise Value | $41.70B | — |
Dividend Yield | 3.19% | — |
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Hershey is a leading confectionery manufacturer in the U.S. (around a $25 billion market), controlling around 46% of the domestic chocolate space (per IRI). Beyond its namesake label, the firm's mix has expanded over the last 85 years and now consists of 100 brands, including Reese's, Kit Kat, Kisses, and Ice Breakers. Hershey's products are sold in about 80 countries, albeit with just a high-single-digit percentage of sales coming from markets outside the U.S., including Brazil, India, and Mexico. The firm has sought inorganic opportunities to extend its reach beyond its core confection business, adding Amplify Snack Brands and its Skinny Pop ready-to-eat popcorn to its mix and Pirate Brands (including the Pirate's Booty, Smart Puffs, and Original Tings brands) over the past few years.
Read more on HSY →PPLT is a physically-backed ETF designed to track the spot price of platinum, less the Trust's expenses. It holds physical platinum bullion in secure vaults, providing investors with a liquid and cost-effective way to access the platinum market without the logistical challenges of direct ownership.
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