Yum China
YUMC
Market cap $17.1B

46.41 USD

-0.08

0.17%

Updated Jul 30, 9:55 AM EDT

1 day

-0.17%

5 days

-5.77%

1 month

3.80%

3 months

7.16%

6 months

-2.48%

Year to date

-0.39%

1 year

54.55%

5 years

-8.55%

10 years

77.21%

About: With more than 16,000 units and almost USD 12 billion in systemwide sales in 2024, Yum China is the largest restaurant operator in China. It generates revenue through its own restaurants and franchise fees. Key concepts include KFC (11,648 units) and Pizza Hut (3,724), but the company's portfolio also includes other brands such as Little Sheep, Taco Bell, Huang Ji Huang, and Lavazza (collectively representing more than 1,000 units). Yum China is a trademark licensee of Yum Brands, paying 3% of total systemwide sales to the company it separated from in October 2016.

Employees: 351,000

Consumer Discretionary Restaurants

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Funds holding %

of 7,323 funds

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Analysts bullish %

Fund manager confidence

Based on 2025 Q1 regulatory disclosures by fund managers ($100M+ AUM)

130% more call options, than puts

Call options by funds: $179M | Put options by funds: $78.1M

43% more first-time investments, than exits

New positions opened: 83 | Existing positions closed: 58

19% more funds holding in top 10

Funds holding in top 10: 16 [Q4 2024] → 19 (+3) [Q1 2025]

8% more capital invested

Capital invested by funds: $14.4B [Q4 2024] → $15.5B (+$1.11B) [Q1 2025]

3.77% more ownership

Funds ownership: 78.0% [Q4 2024] → 81.77% (+3.77%) [Q1 2025]

2% more funds holding

Funds holding: 706 [Q4 2024] → 718 (+12) [Q1 2025]

11% less repeat investments, than reductions

Existing positions increased: 210 | Existing positions reduced: 237

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Research analyst outlook

We haven’t received any recent analyst ratings for YUMC.

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Financial journalist opinion

Based on 8 articles about YUMC published over the past 30 days

Zacks Investment Research

3 Stocks to Watch on Soaring Restaurant Sales Amid Price Challenges

Restaurant sales hit $98.7B in June as consumer spending stays strong, boosting YUMC, EAT and CBRL outlooks.

3 Stocks to Watch on Soaring Restaurant Sales Amid Price Challenges

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YUMC vs. CMG: Which Stock Is the Better Value Option?

Investors with an interest in Retail - Restaurants stocks have likely encountered both Yum China Holdings (YUMC) and Chipotle Mexican Grill (CMG). But which of these two companies is the best option for those looking for undervalued stocks?

YUMC vs. CMG: Which Stock Is the Better Value Option?

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YUMC or CMG: Which Is the Better Value Stock Right Now?

Investors with an interest in Retail - Restaurants stocks have likely encountered both Yum China Holdings (YUMC) and Chipotle Mexican Grill (CMG). But which of these two stocks presents investors with the better value opportunity right now?

YUMC or CMG: Which Is the Better Value Stock Right Now?

Yum China Announces Disclosure under Hong Kong Stock Exchange Rules in Relation to a Possible Quarterly Dividend

SHANGHAI , July 24, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Yum China Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: YUMC and HKEX: 9987, "Yum China" or the "Company") today announced, in compliance with the Rules Governing the Listing of Securities on The Stock Exchange of Hong Kong Limited (the "HKEX") which require advance notice of board meetings at which a dividend is expected to be declared, that its board of directors (the "Board") will consider the declaration and payment of a quarterly dividend (the "Dividend"). If the Board decides to proceed, the declaration will be adopted by Board resolution on or around August 5, 2025 (Beijing/Hong Kong Time) and will be promptly disclosed by the Company.

Yum China Announces Disclosure under Hong Kong Stock Exchange Rules in Relation to a Possible Quarterly Dividend

Yum China Holdings: Accelerating Earnings Growth Is On The Menu

Yum China Holdings dominates the improving Western-style fast food industry in China and has a wide moat. A commitment to opening over 1000 units/year will drive mid-double-digit EPS growth over the next three years. YUMC's free cash flow generation has returned to pre-covid levels and they are committed to a healthy return of capital to shareholders.

Yum China Holdings: Accelerating Earnings Growth Is On The Menu

Yum China to Report Second Quarter 2025 Financial Results

SHANGHAI , July 16, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Yum China Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: YUMC and HKEX: 9987, "Yum China" or the "Company") today announced that it will report its unaudited financial results for the second quarter ended June 30, 2025 before the U.S. market opens on Tuesday, August 5, 2025 (after the trading hours of the Hong Kong Stock Exchange on Tuesday, August 5, 2025). Yum China's management will hold an earnings conference call at 7:00 a.m.

Yum China to Report Second Quarter 2025 Financial Results

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3 Reasons Why Growth Investors Shouldn't Overlook Yum China (YUMC)

Yum China (YUMC) is well positioned to outperform the market, as it exhibits above-average growth in financials.

3 Reasons Why Growth Investors Shouldn't Overlook Yum China (YUMC)

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Why Yum China Holdings (YUMC) is a Top Value Stock for the Long-Term

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Why Yum China Holdings (YUMC) is a Top Value Stock for the Long-Term

Yum China unveils AI tool in a bid to boost efficiency

Yum China Holdings , said on Friday it has launched a new AI-enabled hands-free assistant tool at certain KFC stores in a bid to boost efficiency.

Yum China unveils AI tool in a bid to boost efficiency

Yum China launches AI assistant for store managers, a groundbreaking advance in its tech-driven growth strategy

"Q-Smart" assistant will provide restaurant managers with broad-based support for day-to-day restaurant operations, allowing them to enhance their focus on delivering excellent customer service SHANGHAI , June 20, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Yum China Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: YUMC and HKEX: 9987, "Yum China" or the "Company") today announced the pilot launch of " Q-Smart", a new hands-free AI-enabled assistant for restaurant managers. Q-Smart helps frontline managers effectively and efficiently manage a wide range of day-to-day tasks, such as labor scheduling, inventory management, and food quality and safety inspection – providing intelligent support for decision-making across a broad spectrum of restaurant operations.

Yum China launches AI assistant for store managers, a groundbreaking advance in its tech-driven growth strategy

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