Yum China Hits 20-Day High Amid Growth Plans
Written by Emily J. Thompson, Senior Investment Analyst
Updated: 18 Nov 25
Shares of YUMC.N reached a 20-day high today, reflecting strong investor confidence in the company's ambitious growth strategy. Yum China has set a target to expand its store count to 20,000 by 2026, with plans to exceed 30,000 by 2030, which has bolstered market sentiment. The company is also focusing on achieving high-single-digit operating profit and double-digit EPS growth, further enhancing its appeal. Additionally, Yum China's commitment to returning nearly 100% of free cash flow to shareholders starting in 2027 signals a robust financial outlook. With KFC and Pizza Hut both pursuing aggressive expansion and operational improvements, the stock's upward momentum appears well-supported by strategic initiatives.
Analyst Views on YUMC
Wall Street analysts forecast YUMC stock price to rise over the next 12 months. According to Wall Street analysts, the average 1-year price target for YUMC is 56.44 USD with a low forecast of 53.06 USD and a high forecast of 61.58 USD. However, analyst price targets are subjective and often lag stock prices, so investors should focus on the objective reasons behind analyst rating changes, which better reflect the company's fundamentals.
16 Analyst Rating
15 Buy
1 Hold
0 Sell
Strong Buy
Current: 50.510
Low
53.06
Averages
56.44
High
61.58
Current: 50.510
Low
53.06
Averages
56.44
High
61.58
About YUMC
Yum China Holdings Inc is a holding company principally engaged in the restaurant operation business. The Company operates three segments, including KFC, Pizza Hut, and All Other segment. KFC segment operates quick-service restaurant, providing original recipe chicken, whole chicken and other chicken products as well as beef burgers, pork, seafood, rice dishes, congees, fresh vegetables, desserts, coffee, tea and many other products. Pizza Hut segment operates casual dining restaurant, offering multiple dayparts, including breakfast, lunch, afternoon tea and dinner. All Other segment includes the operations of Lavazza, Huang Ji Huang, Little Sheep and Taco Bell, delivery operation and e-commerce business.
About the author
Emily J. Thompson
Emily J. Thompson, a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) with 12 years in investment research, graduated with honors from the Wharton School. Specializing in industrial and technology stocks, she provides in-depth analysis for Intellectia’s earnings and market brief reports.
