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Louisville, KY-based YUM! Brands Inc. – formerly Tricon Global Restaurants, Inc. – had spun off from PepsiCo in October 1997. YUM! Brands is the global leader in multi-branding and offers consumers more choice and convenience at one outlet. The company presently reports through four segments – KFC (44.8% of total revenues in first-quarter 2020), Pizza Hut (18.6%), Taco Bell (35.9%) and Habit Burger Grill (0.7%). Notably, Yum! Brands now owns, operates and franchises over 50,000 restaurants in more than 150 countries and territories. As of Mar 31, 2020, the company’s 98% of units were operated by independent franchisees or licensees under the terms of franchise.
Yum! Brands (YUM) Q4 Earnings Beat Estimates, Revenues Miss
by Zacks Equity Research
The shift to refranchising substantially boosted Yum! Brands (YUM) operating margin and earnings per share and the trend is expected to continue.
Yum! Brands (YUM) Beats on Q4 Earnings, Misses Revenues
by Zacks Equity Research
Yum! Brands (YUM) employs greater focus on the development of its three iconic global brands, increasing its franchise ownership, and creating a leaner, more efficient cost structure.
What to Expect From Yum! Brands (YUM) in Q4 Earnings?
by Zacks Equity Research
Refranchising is likely to impact revenues of Yum! Brands (YUM) adversely in the fourth-quarter of 2017.
McDonald's (MCD) Q4 Earnings Beat on Solid Comps Growth
by Zacks Equity Research
McDonald's (MCD) solid comps growth drive fourth-quarter 2017 results. Focus on refranchising boosts earnings but remains a drag on the company's revenues.
Yum! Brands Makes Investment Attractive With Dividend Hike
by Zacks Equity Research
As part of its strategy to drive investments through attracting stockholders, Yum! Brands (YUM) recently announced a dividend hike.
Starbucks (SBUX) Q1 Earnings Top, Stock Falls on Weak Comps
by Zacks Equity Research
Starbucks (SBUX) reports better-than-expected Q1 earnings but fails to meet the consensus estimate for revenues. Shares fall 4.3% in the after-hour trading session in response to weak comps.
Can Americas Segment Boost Starbucks' (SBUX) Q1 Earnings?
by Zacks Equity Research
Starbucks' (SBUX) Americas segment revenues are expected to witness improvement in Q1, courtesy of successful innovations, best-in-class loyalty program and digital offerings.
Dunkin' Donuts Opens First-Next Generation Concept Store
by Zacks Equity Research
Dunkin' Brands' (DNKN) focus on re-imaging stores, strong digital initiatives and aggressive expansion strategies are expected to drive the company's performance.
El Pollo Loco Opens Outlet in Yuba City With Vision Design
by Zacks Equity Research
El Pollo Loco (LOCO) opens franchised location in Yuba City implementing its vision design model.
Here's Why McDonald's (MCD) is a Great Pick for Investors Now
by Zacks Equity Research
McDonald's (MCD) efforts to strengthen its position through various sales initiatives along with increased focus on franchising bode well.
El Pollo Loco Continues With Menu Innovation to Drive Growth
by Zacks Equity Research
Making menu innovation a key strategy to boost comps, El Pollo Loco (LOCO) introduces 'Under 500 Calories' items for the New Year.
Here's Why Jack in the Box is Disappointing Investors Now
by Zacks Equity Research
Declining sales, lower margins and ineffective reinvestment of shareholders' wealth make Jack in the Box (JACK) a company that might not impress investors right now.
American Eagle Outfitters, Regis, McDonald's and Yum! Brands as Zacks Bull and Bear of the Day
by Zacks Equity Research
American Eagle Outfitters, Regis, McDonald's and Yum! Brands as Zacks Bull and Bear of the Day
McDonald's vs. Yum!: Which is the Better Restaurant Stock?
by Zacks Equity Research
Both McDonald's (MCD) and Yum! Brands (YUM) boast strong business lines and solid growth prospects. Let's find out which stock is better positioned.
BJ's Restaurants Ends 2017 With an Outlet Launch in Michigan
by Zacks Equity Research
Despite the company's decision to slow down new openings, BJ's Restaurants (BJRI), opened its last restaurant for the year in Michigan to drive sales.
El Pollo Loco Expands Further in Arizona with New Outlet
by Zacks Equity Research
El Pollo Loco's (LOCO) latest outlet in Arizona, features the brand's new 'Vision Design' and has an open kitchen layout to display the preparation of its signature dish.
Cracker Barrel's Sales Efforts & Cost Cutting Drive Growth
by Zacks Equity Research
Cracker Barrel's (CBRL) various sales building and cost-cutting initiatives are driving growth amid a challenging industry backdrop.
The Zacks Analyst Blog Highlights: Papa John's, Domino's Pizza and Yum Brands
by Zacks Equity Research
The Zacks Analyst Blog Highlights: Papa John's, Domino's Pizza and Yum Brands
Yum's Beer Delivery Sinks Domino's and Papa John's Stock
by Benjamin Rains
Shares of both Papa John's (PZZA) and Domino's Pizza (DPZ) sunk on Wednesday after rival Yum Brands (YUM) announced that Pizza Hut will now deliver beer to its customers.
Is the GOP's Tax Plan Lifting Restaurant Stocks?
by Benjamin Rains
Shares of several restaurant chains--including Chipotle Mexican Grill (CMG), Shake Shack (SHAK), and Yum! Brands (YUM)--surged on Monday as investors began to dive into companies and industries that stand to benefit from a potential GOP tax plan.
El Pollo Loco & Ansira Tie Up to Improve Customer Insight
by Zacks Equity Research
Ansira will support El Pollo Loco (LOCO) through the analysis of data to improve customer insight and customer engagement.
Zacks Industry Outlook Highlights: Darden Restaurants, Yum! Brands, Restaurant Brands, Domino's and Papa John's
by Zacks Equity Research
Zacks Industry Outlook Highlights: Darden Restaurants, Yum! Brands, Restaurant Brands, Domino's and Papa John's
Zacks Industry Outlook Highlights: Domino's Pizza, Darden Restaurants, Restaurant Brands International, McDonald's and Yum! Brands
by Zacks Equity Research
Zacks Industry Outlook Highlights: Domino's Pizza, Darden Restaurants, Restaurant Brands International, McDonald's and Yum! Brands
Will Digital Efforts, Delivery Aid a Recovery in Restaurants?
by Zacks Equity Research
Taking the past trends and long-term growth prospects of the industry into account, we highlight a few positives of investing in the restaurant space.
Restaurant Industry Stock Outlook - November 2017
by Zacks Equity Research
Recent strong gains in the labor market on the back of a steady rise in wages will likely encourage consumers to dine out more and arrest the decline in traffic.