TOOTSIE ROLL INDUSTRIES INC TR 70.01
Consumer Defensive · NYSE · Data as of 2026-08-07
TOOTSIE ROLL INDUSTRIES INC (TR) has delivered +5.2% annualized revenue growth, +4.3% earnings growth, and +1.7% dividend growth over 10 years of data. Ranked #261 of 1968 stocks overall and #17 of 82 in the Consumer Defensive sector by Steady Score.
About TOOTSIE ROLL INDUSTRIES INC
Company Overview
Tootsie Roll Industries manufactures confectionery products sold under brands including Tootsie Roll, Tootsie Pop, Charms, Blow Pop, Junior Mints, Andes and Dots. Consumers buy its chewy candy, lollipops, chocolate-flavored products and mints through supermarkets, mass merchants, convenience stores, drugstores and other retailers. Sales are concentrated in the United States, with additional international distribution.
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Business Model & Revenue
Revenue comes from selling packaged candy to wholesalers, distributors and retailers. Demand reflects consumer purchases, retail promotions and seasonal occasions such as Halloween. The company manufactures many products in its own facilities and manages a long-lived brand portfolio. Sugar, corn syrup, cocoa, packaging, labor and freight affect costs, while customer orders and inventory timing can shift quarterly sales.
Key Facts & Market Position
The portfolio consists largely of established brands and products with long market histories rather than rapidly changing categories. Broad retail availability and recognizable formats support repeat purchases, but confectionery competes heavily for shelf space and impulse spending. Family influence through dual-class ownership shapes governance, while limited public disclosure reflects the company's focused structure.