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Intellectia

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High
159.160
Open
158.340
VWAP
154.27
Vol
1.58M
Mkt Cap
41.88B
Low
151.710
Amount
244.31M
EV/EBITDA(TTM)
17.79
Total Shares
275.62M
EV
53.15B
EV/OCF(TTM)
26.30
P/S(TTM)
5.02
YUM! Brands, Inc. and its subsidiaries franchise or operate a system of approximately 61,000 restaurants in 155 countries and territories under the concepts of KFC, Taco Bell, Pizza Hut and The Habit Burger Grill. It consists of four operating segments: The KFC Division, which includes its worldwide operations of the KFC concept; The Taco Bell Division, which includes its worldwide operations of the Taco Bell concept; The Pizza Hut Division, which includes its worldwide operations of the Pizza Hut concept; and The Habit Burger Grill Division, which includes its worldwide operations of the Habit Burger Grill concept. It develops, operates, or franchises a system of both traditional and non-traditional restaurants. KFC restaurants offer fried and non-fried chicken products. Taco Bell offers Mexican-style food products. Pizza Hut specializes in the sale of ready-to-eat pizza products. The Habit Burger Grill offers chargrilled burgers and sandwiches made-to-order over an open flame.
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Events Timeline

(ET)
2026-04-29
09:10:00
Company Expects Q2 Core Operating Profit of $17M
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2026-04-29
07:10:00
Yum! Reports 6% Growth in System Sales for Q1
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2026-04-28 (ET)
2026-04-28
14:30:00
Earnings Preview: Notable Companies Reporting Tomorrow
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News

Newsfilter
8.5
05-04Newsfilter
Middle East Tensions Halt Dairy Queen Expansion Plans
  • Expansion Plans on Hold: Due to escalating tensions in the Middle East, Dairy Queen's CEO Troy Bader announced that the company's expansion plans in the region are currently on hold, as cautious franchisees face supply chain disruptions, particularly shipping restrictions through the Strait of Hormuz that necessitate alternative shipping routes.
  • Changing Market Demand: The customer base in the U.S. is beginning to segment, with wealthier diners continuing to purchase Blizzard treats and fast food, while lower-income consumers are feeling the strain from persistent inflation and high borrowing costs, leading to a decrease in demand for the brand among this demographic.
  • Strong Performance in China: Dairy Queen has experienced its fastest expansion in China, where it operates over 1,800 stores and achieved a 10% increase in same-store sales last year, with total sales nearing $6.6 billion in 2025, highlighting the brand's potential in international markets.
  • AI Implementation: The company plans to test a chatbot developed by Presto at about 50 drive-thrus, with initial tests showing a 90% order accuracy rate; CEO Bader aims to enhance employee efficiency and customer experience through AI, targeting an accuracy rate of over 99%.
Newsfilter
8.5
05-04Newsfilter
KFC Launches New 'Bucket of the Day' Promotion
  • Daily Bucket Promotion: KFC expands its popular $10 Tuesday deal into a 'Bucket of the Day' offering, providing different $10 bucket meals each weekday to attract more customers and boost sales.
  • New Sauce Launch: KFC introduces two house-made sauces, Honey Chili Crisp and Jalapeño Ranch, during 'Saucy Season' to cater to consumer demand for distinctive flavors, thereby enhancing brand appeal.
  • High-End Collaboration Experience: KFC partners with The Mark Hotel to provide a luxurious experience featuring KFC chicken and new sauces for star-studded guests, showcasing the brand's high-low indulgence and elevating its image.
  • Social Media Promotion: KFC encourages customer engagement through a social media campaign offering a limited-time 50% discount, further enhancing customer interaction and brand loyalty.
Yahoo Finance
9.5
04-30Yahoo Finance
Yum! Brands Q1 2026 Net Income Soars 71%
  • Significant Revenue Growth: Yum! Brands reported Q1 2026 revenue of $2.059 billion, a 15% increase from $1.787 billion in Q1 2025, indicating strong market demand and brand appeal, which is expected to drive future sales growth.
  • Substantial Profit Increase: The company's net income for Q1 reached $432 million, up 71% from $253 million a year earlier, reflecting effective cost control and improved operational efficiency, thereby boosting investor confidence.
  • Accelerated Global Expansion: In this quarter, KFC opened 648 new restaurants across 45 countries, while Taco Bell and Pizza Hut added 30 and 346 new locations in 8 and 27 countries respectively, showcasing the company's robust expansion capabilities in global markets, which is expected to enhance market share.
  • Digital Sales Innovation: Digital system sales approached $11 billion, representing 63% of total sales, and this growth not only enhances customer experience but also indicates that the company's investments in technology and AI are yielding substantial returns, strengthening future competitiveness.
moomoo
4.0
04-30moomoo
YUM BRANDS: TD COWEN INCREASES TARGET PRICE FROM $180 TO $186
  • Price Increase Announcement: Yum Brands has raised the target price for its stock to $186 from a previous target of $180.
  • Market Impact: This adjustment reflects the company's positive outlook and potential growth in the market.
seekingalpha
9.5
04-29seekingalpha
Yum! Brands Q1 2026 Earnings Call Highlights
  • Significant Sales Growth: Yum! Brands achieved a 6% system sales growth in Q1 2026, with KFC's unit growth reaching 7%, indicating the effectiveness of the company's global expansion strategy and enhancing its competitive position in the market.
  • Accelerated Digital Transformation: Taco Bell's digital sales approached $11 billion, with a digital mix increasing to 63%, which not only improved customer experience but also brought higher sales efficiency, further solidifying its leadership in the fast-food industry.
  • Improved Restaurant Profitability: Taco Bell U.S. restaurant-level margins are expected to be between 24.5% and 25.5%, reflecting the company's success in enhancing operational efficiency and optimizing cost structures, signaling continued improvement in profitability going forward.
  • Ongoing New Store Openings: Yum! Brands opened 1,030 new stores in the first quarter, demonstrating strong confidence in market demand and laying a foundation for future growth while further expanding its global business network.
CNBC
9.5
04-29CNBC
Yum Brands Reports Strong Earnings, Exceeds Expectations
  • Strong Earnings Report: Yum Brands reported an adjusted EPS of $1.50 for Q1, surpassing the expected $1.38, with net income reaching $432 million, a significant increase from $253 million a year ago, indicating a notable enhancement in the company's profitability.
  • Robust Sales Growth: The company achieved total revenue of $2.06 billion, exceeding analyst expectations of $2.04 billion, primarily driven by increased revenue from company-owned restaurants, reflecting its competitive strength and market share growth.
  • Taco Bell's Stellar Performance: Taco Bell's same-store sales surged by 8%, significantly outperforming the market expectation of 5.6%, marking it as a highlight of the company's performance and indicating a shift in consumer preferences within the fast-food sector.
  • Challenges for KFC and Pizza Hut: While KFC's same-store sales growth was only 2%, below the projected 2.5%, and U.S. sales fell by 2%, the company is adopting Taco Bell's successful strategies to enhance innovation and affordability to regain customer interest.
Wall Street analysts forecast YUM stock price to rise
21 Analyst Rating
Wall Street analysts forecast YUM stock price to rise
7 Buy
14 Hold
0 Sell
Moderate Buy
Current: 0.000
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Low
145.00
Averages
164.33
High
185.00
Current: 0.000
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Low
145.00
Averages
164.33
High
185.00
BMO Capital
Andrew Strelzik
Market Perform
maintain
$165 -> $168
AI Analysis
2026-05-04
Reason
BMO Capital
Andrew Strelzik
Price Target
$165 -> $168
AI Analysis
2026-05-04
maintain
Market Perform
Reason
BMO Capital analyst Andrew Strelzik raised the firm's price target on Yum! Brands to $168 from $165 and keeps a Market Perform rating on the shares after its Q1 earnings beat on stronger comps and operating margins. The company's core profit drivers, Taco Bell and KFC International, remain well positioned amid a challenging macro, and the firm sees Yum's growth algorithm as achievable over the long term, the analyst tells investors in a research note.
Morgan Stanley
Equal Weight
maintain
$176 -> $180
2026-05-01
Reason
Morgan Stanley
Price Target
$176 -> $180
2026-05-01
maintain
Equal Weight
Reason
Morgan Stanley raised the firm's price target on Yum! Brands to $180 from $176 and keeps an Equal Weight rating on the shares. The company reported a solid quarter led by 8% Taco bell comps growth with total unit growth closer tot algo and EBIT/EPS ahead, the analyst tells investors in a research note. The firm added that KFC is generally on track.
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Valuation Metrics

The current forward P/E ratio for Yum! Brands Inc (YUM.N) is 23.87, compared to its 5-year average forward P/E of 24.44. For a more detailed relative valuation and DCF analysis to assess Yum! Brands Inc's fair value, Click here.

Forward PE

The forward P/E ratio is a valuation metric that divides a company's current stock price by its estimated future earnings per share over the next 12 months.
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5Y Average PE
24.44
Current PE
23.87
Overvalued PE
26.30
Undervalued PE
22.57

Forward EV/EBITDA

The forward EV/EBITDA ratio is a valuation metric that divides a company's enterprise value (EV) by its estimated future earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization (EBITDA) over the next 12 months.
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5Y Average EV/EBITDA
18.39
Current EV/EBITDA
16.28
Overvalued EV/EBITDA
19.63
Undervalued EV/EBITDA
17.15

Forward PS

The forward P/S ratio is a valuation metric that divides a company's current stock price by its estimated future sales (or revenue) per share over the next 12 months.
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5Y Average PS
4.96
Current PS
4.49
Overvalued PS
5.29
Undervalued PS
4.62

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3M Return
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YUM
+10.12%
3M Return
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YUM
+9.85%
3M Return
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Yum! Brands Inc (YUM) stock price today?

The current price of YUM is 151.95 USD — it has decreased -3.37

What is Yum! Brands Inc (YUM)'s business?

YUM! Brands, Inc. and its subsidiaries franchise or operate a system of approximately 61,000 restaurants in 155 countries and territories under the concepts of KFC, Taco Bell, Pizza Hut and The Habit Burger Grill. It consists of four operating segments: The KFC Division, which includes its worldwide operations of the KFC concept; The Taco Bell Division, which includes its worldwide operations of the Taco Bell concept; The Pizza Hut Division, which includes its worldwide operations of the Pizza Hut concept; and The Habit Burger Grill Division, which includes its worldwide operations of the Habit Burger Grill concept. It develops, operates, or franchises a system of both traditional and non-traditional restaurants. KFC restaurants offer fried and non-fried chicken products. Taco Bell offers Mexican-style food products. Pizza Hut specializes in the sale of ready-to-eat pizza products. The Habit Burger Grill offers chargrilled burgers and sandwiches made-to-order over an open flame.

What is the price predicton of YUM Stock?

Wall Street analysts forecast YUM stock price to rise over the next 12 months. According to Wall Street analysts, the average 1-year price target for YUM is164.33 USD with a low forecast of 145.00 USD and a high forecast of 185.00 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.

What is Yum! Brands Inc (YUM)'s revenue for the last quarter?

Yum! Brands Inc revenue for the last quarter amounts to 2.06B USD, increased 15.22

What is Yum! Brands Inc (YUM)'s earnings per share (EPS) for the last quarter?

Yum! Brands Inc. EPS for the last quarter amounts to 1.55 USD, increased 72.22

How many employees does Yum! Brands Inc (YUM). have?

Yum! Brands Inc (YUM) has 49000 emplpoyees as of May 11 2026.

What is Yum! Brands Inc (YUM) market cap?

Today YUM has the market capitalization of 41.88B USD.