The Wendy's Company (WEN)

NASDAQ: WEN · Real-Time Price · USD
8.09
-0.23 (-2.76%)
At close: Feb 20, 2026, 4:00 PM EST
8.10
+0.01 (0.12%)
After-hours: Feb 20, 2026, 7:52 PM EST
Market Cap1.54B -49.5%
Revenue (ttm)2.18B -3.1%
Net Income165.08M -15.1%
EPS0.85 -10.5%
Shares Out 190.40M
PE Ratio9.52
Forward PE13.83
Dividend$0.56 (6.92%)
Ex-Dividend DateMar 2, 2026
Volume10,495,608
Open8.29
Previous Close8.32
Day's Range7.86 - 8.32
52-Week Range6.73 - 16.20
Beta0.38
AnalystsHold
Price Target8.97 (+10.88%)
Earnings DateFeb 13, 2026

About WEN

The Wendy's Company, together with its subsidiaries, operates as a quick-service restaurant company in the United States and internationally. It operates through Wendy’s U.S., Wendy’s International, and Global Real Estate & Development segments. The company involved in operating, developing, and franchising a system of quick-service restaurants specializing in hamburger sandwiches. It also owns and leases real estate properties. The company was formerly known as Wendy's/Arby's Group, Inc. and changed its name to The Wendy’s Company in July 2011... [Read more]

Industry Restaurants
Founded 1969
Employees 14,500
Stock Exchange NASDAQ
Ticker Symbol WEN
Full Company Profile

Financial Performance

In 2025, The Wendy's Company's revenue was $2.18 billion, a decrease of -3.10% compared to the previous year's $2.25 billion. Earnings were $165.08 million, a decrease of -15.07%.

Financial Statements

Analyst Summary

According to 21 analysts, the average rating for WEN stock is "Hold." The 12-month stock price target is $8.97, which is an increase of 10.88% from the latest price.

Price Target
$8.97
(10.88% upside)
Analyst Consensus: Hold
Stock Forecasts

News

These 5 Hated Dividend Stocks Are Yielding Up To 15.6%

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16 hours ago - Forbes

Wendy's Stock Pulls Back Friday After Activist Spark

Shares of Wendy's Co (NASDAQ: WEN) are trading lower Friday, giving back part of Wednesday's sharp bounce that followed a fresh Schedule 13D amendment from activist investor Trian Fund Management. The...

1 day ago - Benzinga

Wendy's: The Market Hates The Reset - I'm Buying It

The Wendy's Company is upgraded to Strong Buy, trading at a deep discount despite robust cash flows and a well-covered 8.25% dividend yield. WEN's turnaround strategy includes 5–6% U.S. store closures...

2 days ago - Seeking Alpha

The Wendy's Company Comments on Amended 13D Filing from Trian Partners

DUBLIN, Ohio, Feb. 18, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The Wendy's Company (Nasdaq: WEN) today issued the following statement regarding the Schedule 13D/A filed by Trian Fund Management, L.P. and certain of its ...

3 days ago - PRNewsWire

Wendy's Stock Surges After Billionaire Nelson Peltz Calls It Undervalued

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3 days ago - Forbes

Wendy's shares soar 15% after billionaire Nelson Peltz says stock is undervalued

The investor's Trian hedge fund firm has spoken with possible financing sources, co‑investors, and strategic partners about potential deals including an acquisition or other major transactions that co...

3 days ago - New York Post

Wendy's Stock Rebounds From Multi-Year Low After Peltz Says Shares Are Undervalued

Shares of Wendy's Co (NASDAQ:WEN) are bouncing Wednesday after a fresh Schedule 13D amendment from activist investor Trian Fund Management signaled the firm sees significant upside. The move higher co...

3 days ago - Benzinga

Wendy's: Struggles In A McValue World

The Wendy's Company posted its worst U.S. same-store sales in 20 years, lagging peers due to value platform missteps and execution delays. WEN is closing 5–6% of underperforming U.S. stores, recalibra...

3 days ago - Seeking Alpha

Wendy's Stock Sinks To Six-Year Low After Soft Outlook

Wendy's beat expectations for the quarter, posting adjusted earnings of 16 cents per share on revenue of $543 million, modestly ahead of analyst estimates.

4 days ago - Benzinga

The Iconic Duo Returns: Wendy's Thin Mints Frosty Is Back with All-New Frosty Fusion

Wendy's debuts limited-time Frosty Fusion and brings back the fan‑favorite Swirl for Girl Scout Cookie season Sweet Deets: Introducing the limited-time Girl Scouts Thin Mints® Frosty Fusion® – combini...

4 days ago - PRNewsWire

Wendy's to close hundreds of restaurants as company looks to focus on value to boost sales

Wendy's planned restaurant closures target underperforming locations in an effort to boost sales and refocus its strategy on everyday value.

5 days ago - Fox Business

Wendy's is closing hundreds of U.S. restaurants as domestic sales slide

Wendy's is moving ahead with its plans to close hundreds of restaurants, amounting to between 5% and 6% of its total stores in the U.S., according to its fourth-quarter earnings report.

6 days ago - Fast Company

Wendy's to shutter hundreds of US restaurants — these locations are already closed

The company said it plans to shut down roughly 5% to 6% of its US restaurants in the first half of 2026 -- or about 240 to 360 locations.

8 days ago - New York Post

Value's Full Plate: Food Stocks Worth Watching & YUM Options Trade

Looking for a place to take your Valentine's Day date? Many consumers are searching for value this year amid sticky inflation, with Dan Ahrens turning to companies in the food industry he sees leading...

8 days ago - Schwab Network

The Wendy's Company (WEN) Q4 2025 Earnings Call Transcript

The Wendy's Company (WEN) Q4 2025 Earnings Call Transcript

8 days ago - Seeking Alpha

Wendy's says as many as 350 US locations will close in the first half of this year

Wendy's says it plans to close hundreds of US locations. The burger chain is struggling with declining sales.

8 days ago - Business Insider

Wendy's sales keep getting worse, as the stock sinks toward a 13-year low

The burger chain's problems attracting customers are getting worse.

8 days ago - Market Watch

Wendy's Sales Dented by Persistent U.S. Struggles

Wendy's had a drop in same-restaurant sales in the fourth quarter as weakness in its U.S. business persisted.

8 days ago - WSJ

THE WENDY'S COMPANY REPORTS FOURTH QUARTER AND FULL YEAR 2025 RESULTS AND PROVIDES 2026 OUTLOOK

Global systemwide sales for the fourth quarter were $3.4 billion, a decrease of 8.3%, and for the full year were $14.0 billion, a decrease of 3.5%. International systemwide sales for the fourth quarte...

8 days ago - PRNewsWire

Wendy's Q4 Preview: Can It Deliver McDonald's‑Level Innovation and Loyalty?

Here are the earnings estimates, analyst ratings and key items to watch.

9 days ago - Benzinga

Fresh, Bold, Protein-Packed: Wendy's Introduces Two Savory Menu Innovations

The Cheesy Bacon Cheeseburger and Chicken Tenders Ranch Wrap hit menus nationwide on February 16 for a limited time DUBLIN, Ohio, Feb. 11, 2026 /PRNewswire/ --  WHAT: Fresh innovation meets premium qu...

10 days ago - PRNewsWire

Wall Street's Most Accurate Analysts Weigh In On 3 Consumer Stocks With Over 6% Dividend Yields

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...

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11 days ago - Benzinga

Single Life Just Got Better: Wendy's Celebrates Singles Awareness Day with a $1 Dave's Single

Fans can snag a Dave's Single for a single (dollar) with purchase on February 15 with Wendy's app digital offer DUBLIN, Ohio, Feb. 5, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- WHAT: Whether fans are flying solo, celebrati...

16 days ago - PRNewsWire

The Wendy's Company is Recruiting Franchisees to Accelerate Growth in Tijuana, Mexico

Brand seeks an experienced franchise partner for development in Tijuana and the broader Baja California region and will host a franchise recruiting event in San Diego, CA on Tuesday, February 10 DUBLI...

23 days ago - PRNewsWire

Wendy's introduces new value menu with 3 price tiers

Wendy's launches "Biggie Deals" value menu with customizable options at $4, $6, and $8 as fast-food chains compete for budget-conscious customers.

4 weeks ago - Fox Business