The Wendy's Company (WEN)

NASDAQ: WEN · Real-Time Price · USD
7.36
-0.27 (-3.54%)
Jul 22, 2026, 3:13 PM EDT - Market open
Market Cap1.40B -30.3%
Revenue (ttm)2.19B -1.8%
Net Income148.56M -22.5%
EPS0.78 -17.3%
Shares Out 190.48M
PE Ratio9.45
Forward PE13.07
Dividend$0.56 (7.61%)
Ex-Dividend DateJun 1, 2026
Volume4,505,239
Open7.74
Previous Close7.63
Day's Range7.37 - 7.74
52-Week Range6.07 - 12.00
Beta0.37
AnalystsHold
Price Target7.78 (+5.71%)
Earnings DateAug 7, 2026

About WEN

The Wendy's Company, together with its subsidiaries, engages in the operation, development, and franchising of a system of quick-service restaurants in the United States and internationally. The company operates through the Wendy’s U.S., Wendy’s International, and Global Real Estate & Development segments. Its restaurants offer a menu that includes hamburger sandwiches and chicken sandwiches; chicken tenders and nuggets, chili, french fries, baked potatoes, salads, soft drinks, Frosty desserts, and kids’ meals; breakfast menu, including the Bre... [Read more]

Industry Restaurants
Founded 1969
Employees 14,900
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 24 analysts, the average rating for WEN stock is "Hold." The 12-month stock price target is $7.78, which is an increase of 5.71% from the latest price.

Price Target
$7.78
(5.71% upside)
Analyst Consensus: Hold
Stock Forecasts

News

Wendy's, Chipotle say they are not affected by cyclosporiasis outbreak

Wendy's and Chipotle Mexican Grill said on Friday that their restaurants were not hit by a cyclosporiasis outbreak linked to shredded ​iceberg lettuce served at some Taco Bell outlets.

Other symbols: CMG
5 days ago - Reuters

$1 Frosty: Where Wendy's Value Meets Everyone's Favorite Summer Treat

Wendy's Rewards members can enjoy early access to a $1 classic Frosty on July 19 in honor of National Ice Cream Day DUBLIN, Ohio, July 16, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- WHAT: Wendy's® is making summer even mor...

6 days ago - PRNewsWire

The Wendy's Company to Report Second Quarter 2026 Results on August 7

DUBLIN, Ohio, July 9, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The Wendy's Company (Nasdaq: WEN) will release its second quarter 2026 results before the market opens on Friday, August 7. The Company will host a conferenc...

12 days ago - PRNewsWire

Wendy’s (WEN) Short Squeeze Has Cooled, but It’s Not Dead

Wendy’s ($WEN) short squeeze has cooled, but it is not dead. The fast-food chain’s shares have suddenly become one of the more interesting short-term trading stories in the market. At…

15 days ago - TipRanks

Wendy's and 14 Other Stocks to Beat the Next Bear Market

These three approaches will work at any time—though investors might especially favor them today if they fear a market drop is imminent.

22 days ago - Barrons

Wendy’s Goes Full Meme: How I’m Riding the Reddit Momentum

It’s more difficult than you think. I picked up some Wendy’s ($WEN) back in mid-May when the shares had fallen to the point that some speculation might be called for.

26 days ago - TipRanks

Meme-Stock Traders Rally Around Wendy's

Shares of the beloved, but beleaguered, chain surged after individual investors rushed to defend ‘our pigtailed savior' from detractors.

26 days ago - WSJ

Reddit stock traders boost Wendy's to fresh highs in a collective bid to ‘save' the fast food brand

Meme stock traders have found a new company to “save”: The Wendy's Company.

27 days ago - Fast Company

Wendy’s trading resumes

09:55 EDT Wendy’s (WEN) trading resumes

27 days ago - TheFly

Wendy’s trading halted, volatility trading pause

09:50 EDT Wendy’s (WEN) trading halted, volatility trading pause

27 days ago - TheFly

Wendy’s Stock ‘Has All the Hallmarks of a Retail-Driven Short Squeeze’ Says Vanda Research

Wendy’s shares ($WEN) appear set to climb for another day as retail traders continue to push the burger chain’s stock price higher. The company’s stock jumped as much as 21%…

Other symbols: DNUTKSSOPEN
27 days ago - TipRanks

Wendy's shares soar for a second day as retail investors pile into their new meme darling

Shares surged another 12% in premarket after a 25.7% gain in the previous session, their biggest advance since June 2021. The rally appeared largely disconnected from company fundamentals and instead ...

27 days ago - CNBC

Wendy's Stock Is Changing Hands More Than Micron Today

Wendy's stock was jumping again on Thursday as retail traders carried on piling into the fast-food chain, which could be set for a short squeeze.

27 days ago - Barrons

Wendy's Was a Turnaround Play. Now It's a Meme Stock

The latest meme darling: the fast-food chain known for the Frosty and the four-cornered burger.

4 weeks ago - Investopedia

Wendy's surges over 40% after viral Reddit post ignites meme-stock frenzy

The rally, which briefly triggered a volatility halt, appeared to have little to do with the company's fundamentals.

Other symbols: RDDT
4 weeks ago - New York Post

Wendy's stock price today: WEN shares surge as the fast food burger chain reunites Potbelly's dynamic duo

Many fast food chains have had a rough several years.

4 weeks ago - Fast Company

Is Wendy's the next meme stock? Everyday traders are trying to ‘save' the fast-food chain.

Shares of fast-food chain Wendy's rallied 25% at Wednesday's open.

4 weeks ago - Market Watch

Wendy's Skyrockets As Reddit Traders Boost Shares—Is It The New Meme Stock?

$1.5 billion. That's Wendy's market value as of Wednesday, down 72% from its all-time high of $5.4 billion in October 2020.

4 weeks ago - Forbes

Wendy's shares surge on short-squeeze hopes: Is this the next meme stock?

Wendy's shares WEN surged more than 30% in early trading on Wednesday as retail investors piled into the fast-food chain, overshadowing the company's latest executive appointment and reviving memories...

4 weeks ago - Invezz

Wendy’s trading resumes

09:39 EDT Wendy’s (WEN) trading resumes

4 weeks ago - TheFly

Wendy's jumps 20% as retail traders spark meme-like rally

Wendy's highly shorted shares climbed more than 20% in premarket ​trading on Wednesday as retail traders flocked to the beaten-down stock, ‌in the latest meme-like rally.

4 weeks ago - Reuters

Wendy's stock soars as meme traders target another turnaround play

While management changes can influence investor sentiment, the magnitude of the move suggests other forces may be at play.

4 weeks ago - CNBC

Wendy's Pops 22%. It Could Be the Next Meme Stock.

The rally came after a slew of posts on the WallStreetBets investing forum urge retail traders to buy the struggling fast-food chain.

4 weeks ago - Barrons

Children's Home Society of North Carolina Recruiter Named Wendy's Wonderful Kids® Recruiter of the Year

National recognition honors dedication to helping youth in foster care achieve permanency National recognition honors dedication to helping youth in foster care achieve permanency

4 weeks ago - GlobeNewsWire

THE WENDY'S COMPANY NAMES STEVE CIRULIS CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER AND CHIEF STRATEGY OFFICER

Cirulis to Succeed Ken Cook Effective June 23 DUBLIN, Ohio, June 23, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The Wendy's Company (Nasdaq: WEN) today announced the appointment of Steve Cirulis as Chief Financial Officer ...

4 weeks ago - PRNewsWire