The Wendy's Company (WEN)

NASDAQ: WEN · Real-Time Price · USD
7.48
+0.21 (2.89%)
At close: Feb 13, 2026, 4:00 PM EST
7.50
+0.02 (0.27%)
After-hours: Feb 13, 2026, 7:59 PM EST
Market Cap1.42B -53.1%
Revenue (ttm)2.18B -3.1%
Net Income165.08M -15.1%
EPS0.85 -10.5%
Shares Out 190.40M
PE Ratio8.80
Forward PE12.35
Dividend$0.56 (7.49%)
Ex-Dividend DateMar 2, 2026
Volume19,219,471
Open7.09
Previous Close7.27
Day's Range7.08 - 7.93
52-Week Range7.08 - 16.20
Beta0.38
AnalystsHold
Price Target9.76 (+30.48%)
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 $9.76, which is an increase of 30.48% from the latest price.

Price Target
$9.76
(30.48% upside)
Analyst Consensus: Hold
Stock Forecasts

News

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.

1 day 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.

2 days ago - New York Post

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2 days ago - Schwab Network

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

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

2 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.

3 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.

3 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.

3 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...

3 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.

4 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...

5 days ago - PRNewsWire

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6 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...

11 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...

18 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.

26 days ago - Fox Business

The Wendy's Company to Report Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2025 Results on February 13

DUBLIN, Ohio, Jan. 15, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The Wendy's Company (Nasdaq: WEN) will release its fourth quarter and full year 2025 results and share its 2026 financial outlook before the market opens on...

4 weeks ago - PRNewsWire

Wendy's Introduces New Biggie Deals Menu starting at $4

Refreshed value menu now features new ways to customize Biggie Deals, giving consumers more choices to satisfy their cravings FRESH FACTS: Wendy's is launching a new Biggie Deals menu with the choice ...

4 weeks ago - PRNewsWire

These restaurant chains closed locations in 2025

Restaurant chains like Starbucks, Wendy's and Denny's announced that they were closing locations this year to help their businesses. U.S. restaurant traffic fell every month this year except for July,...

6 weeks ago - CNBC

Wall Street's Most Accurate Analysts Weigh In On 3 Consumer Stocks With Over 5% 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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7 weeks ago - Benzinga

Wall Street's Most Accurate Analysts Spotlight On 3 Consumer Stocks Delivering High-Dividend Yields

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2 months ago - Benzinga

Wendy's: Too Cheap To Ignore While It Tries To Revitalize The Brand

Wendy's is rated a buy, with turnaround potential after a ~50% stock drop, backed by their new efforts to revitalize the brand. WEN's Project Fresh targets 200–350 underperforming US closures, brand r...

2 months ago - Seeking Alpha

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2 months ago - Market Watch

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2 months ago - Seeking Alpha

The Short List — Top 10 Most Shorted Stocks Right Now

Traders like heavily shorted stocks for two main reasons: either to bet on a decline in the company's value, or to profit from a short squeeze.

2 months ago - Benzinga

Wendy's Takes On 6-7 Meme: Can Gen Z, Gen Alpha Help Rescue Stock From 52-Week Lows?

McDonald's reported a boost in sales and traffic thanks to a partnership with Minecraft earlier this year. Could the same Gen Z and Gen Alpha consumers who helped boost McDonald's help Wendy's Co (NAS...

2 months ago - Benzinga

Wendy's Declares First-Ever "Frosty Day" Holiday on November 15

Fans can celebrate with the NEW Snickerdoodle Cookie Frosty Fusion available now DUBLIN, Ohio , Nov. 12, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Save the date! Wendy's® is declaring the first-ever worldwide Frosty® Day ...

3 months ago - PRNewsWire