Net sales during the period rose 11.1% to $1.56 billion, driven by higher volumes in US and international markets, as well as new products. Analysts anticipated revenue of $1.48 billion. The company said that US market share, including Easter seasonal activity in both years, increased 0.5 percentage points during the first quarter, helped by the launches of Hershey's drops and Reese's Minis. In June, the company is preparing to introduce its Hershey's Air Delight chocolate bar.