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Morning Business Report: Household water bills climb as AI boom adds pressure to local systems. 3 hours ago (LILAMAX)- Water is becoming less affordable for American families as aging infrastructure, pollution rules and climate change push household bills higher. The artificial intelligence boom is also adding new pressure to some local water systems. Household water bills have increased about 62% over the past decade, according to a report released by Food & Water Watch. Meanwhile, Hershey has added a new disclaimer to its Reese's Peanut Butter Pumpkins following a lawsuit over the appearance of the candy. A group of Florida residents sued Hershey, arguing the candies were deceptively advertised because the actual product did not include the carved face shown on the packaging. A judge dismissed the case, but Hershey has since added the disclaimer "carving not on actual product" to the packaging. On Wall Street, the S&P 500 reached a new record high Tuesday as technology stocks helped power the market's recent gains. AAA is also reminding drivers about roadside safety ahead of National Slow Down, Move Over Day on Saturday, Oct. 17. AAA Mountain West says drivers approaching any stopped vehicle on the roadside should slow down and, when it is safe, move over one lane. And seasonal workers are increasingly relying on temporary jobs to make ends meet this holiday season. A survey of 1,000 Americans with seasonal jobs found workers are looking to earn an average of 38% more money through seasonal employment. The survey was commissioned by mobile banking app Current and conducted by Talker Research. It also examined how the seasonal employment landscape is changing.

The Hershey Company has appointed Amanda Almond as President, International, effective 12 October. She succeeds Rohit Grover, who spent 27 years at Hershey, including eight years in the international role. Almond brings over 30 years of consumer goods and retail experience. She joins from Vinarchy, where she served as regional managing director for Europe, the Middle East and Africa, overseeing 57 markets. Previously, she held senior regional leadership roles at Bacardi for 12 years. Kirk Tanner, Hershey's president and CEO, said Almond is "a proven international leader who knows how to build and scale brands in markets around the world." Almond holds a bachelor's degree in commerce from the University of Edinburgh and will be based in Hershey's UK office.

The Hershey Company names Amanda Almond President, International. Seasoned Global Consumer Goods Leader Succeeds Rohit Grover HERSHEY, Pa., Oct. 1, 2026 /PRNewswire/ - The Hershey Company (NYSE: HSY) today announced that Amanda Almond has been named President, International, effective Oct. 12, succeeding Rohit Grover. Almond brings more than 30 years of consumer goods and retail experience. She joins Hershey from Vinarchy, where she served as regional managing director for Europe, the Middle East and Africa, following 12 years in senior regional leadership roles at Bacardi. At Vinarchy, the Bain Capital-backed global wine company, Almond led a region spanning 57 markets. During her 12 years at Bacardi, she held progressively larger leadership roles built on continued market performance. A high-energy, transformational leader, Almond is known for accelerating growth, bringing teams together and building strong performance cultures that deliver consistent, profitable results. Grover joined Hershey in 1999 and has spent 27 years building the company's business across its international regions and in the U.S., including eight years as President, International. Almond will work alongside Hershey's International Leadership Team to ensure a seamless transition. "Amanda is a proven international leader who knows how to build and scale brands in markets around the world," said Kirk Tanner, president and CEO of The Hershey Company. "She has a track record of scaling and growing businesses, bringing teams together and building high-performance cultures, and she brings the experience and energy to accelerate our international growth. I also want to thank Rohit for 27 years of leadership and dedication to Hershey. He has helped build our international markets to succeed in our next generation of growth." "Hershey's brands are loved around the world, and I'm honored to join the company at such an exciting time for its international business," said Almond. "I'm grateful to Rohit for the strong foundation he and the team have built, and I look forward to working with our teams, customers and partners to bring these iconic brands to even more consumers." Almond holds a bachelor's degree in commerce from the University of Edinburgh and advanced retail and leadership program studies from the University of Oxford and Harvard School of Business. She will be based in Hershey's U.K. office. About The Hershey Company The Hershey Company is an industry-leading snacks company with a purpose to make more moments of goodness and a vision to lead next generation snacking. Hershey brings together more than 20,000 employees worldwide to deliver delicious, high-quality products across more than 85 brands in approximately 65 countries, generating more than $11.7 billion in annual revenues. Hershey brings its full portfolio to market as ONE Hershey, spanning confection, salty and functional snacking categories with beloved brands like Hershey's, Reese's, Kisses, KIT KAT(R), Jolly Rancher, Twizzlers and Ice Breakers; salty snacks including SkinnyPop, LesserEvil, Pirate's Booty and Dot's Homestyle Pretzels; and a protein portfolio including ONE Brands and Fulfil. For more than 130 years, Hershey has operated fairly, ethically and sustainably. Founder Milton Hershey established Milton Hershey School in 1909, and that legacy of purpose endures today through the company's commitment to helping children succeed through equitable access to education. SOURCE The Hershey Company