Wendy's

WEN

Market cap $1.69B

Investors can have their higher yields and capital appreciation potential, too. But, of course, there are always added risks to consider, and when it comes to the hard-hit higher-yielders out there, the fundamentals and growth narrative have taken a turn for the worse.

WEN launches Project Fresh to reignite growth, refocus spending and revitalize its brand amid industry headwinds.

Strengthening Wendy's brand positioning strategy to reach consumers more effectively Assessing U.S. restaurant system to increase profitability Transforming U.S. restaurant operations to elevate experience and drive greater efficiency Reallocating capital and resources to drive profitable growth DUBLIN, Ohio , Oct. 9, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The Wendy's Company (Nasdaq: WEN) ("Wendy's" or the "Company") today unveiled Project Fresh, a comprehensive strategic plan designed to revitalize the brand, reignite growth, accelerate profitability across the Wendy's system and enhance shareholder value. "Wendy's Board of Directors and management team are dissatisfied with the current valuation of the Company and have been working to put the Company on the right path to create value for our franchisees, employees and shareholders," said Chairman of the Board, Art Winkleblack.

DUBLIN, Ohio , Oct. 8, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The Wendy's Company (Nasdaq: WEN) will release its third quarter 2025 results before the market opens on Friday, November 7. The Company will host a conference call that same day at 8:30 a.m.

Wendy's launches crispy Chicken Tenders and six new dipping sauces DUBLIN, Ohio , Sept. 30, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Wendy's® is dropping Tendys.

During times of turbulence and uncertainty in the markets, many investors turn to dividend-yielding stocks. These are often companies that have high free cash flows and reward shareholders with a high dividend payout.

Wendy's U.S. business continues to deteriorate, with declining traffic and an ineffective breakfast strategy, leading to a sharp FY 2025 guidance downgrade. International and digital segments show promise, but domestic weakness overshadows these bright spots and limits near-term recovery potential. Technology investments are helping company-operated stores, but franchisee adoption remains uncertain, and overall US sales remain negative.

Analysts say more welcoming atmospheres at chains like Starbucks and Cava can't hurt. But how much will they help?

The big fast-food chains are rolling out often-elaborate drink offerings, hoping to increase margins and capture more sales through the day. No strategy is foolproof, however.

SAN CARLOS, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Presto, the company that pioneered drive-thru Voice AI, today announced that Michael Chorey, the founder of Wendy's FreshAi, has joined the company to build Presto IQ, the first AI-native dynamic data offering for the quick-service restaurant (QSR) industry. In this role, Chorey will work with Presto to grow its drive-thru Voice AI platform and lead the development of the new Presto IQ business unit. Chorey is widely recognized for pioneering AI experiences.