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Hershey's Trust Rejects Mondelez's Buyout Bid. What Investors Need to Know.


Published on 2024-12-24 00:23:52 - MSN
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  • December, some Hershey (NYSE: HSY) investors might have thought their Christmas was coming early. A media report stated that a deep-pocketed suitor had made a preliminary offer to buy out the company.

The Hershey Trust, which controls a significant portion of Hershey's voting stock, has rejected a buyout offer from Mondelez International, the maker of Oreo and Cadbury. Mondelez had proposed a deal that would have valued Hershey at over $120 billion, but the Trust deemed the offer insufficient. This decision underscores the Trust's commitment to maintaining control over Hershey, prioritizing the company's long-term growth and its mission to benefit the Milton Hershey School. The rejection highlights the complexities of acquiring a company with a unique governance structure like Hershey, where the Trust's influence plays a pivotal role in strategic decisions. Investors should note that while this move might protect Hershey's independence, it could also impact potential future growth strategies and shareholder value in different ways.

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