The Wendy's Company (WEN)
| Market Cap | 1.21B -31.6% |
| Revenue (ttm) | 2.20B -1.0% |
| Net Income | 126.06M -34.4% |
| EPS | 0.66 -31.4% |
| Shares Out | 190.67M |
| PE Ratio | 9.65 |
| Forward PE | 13.08 |
| Dividend | $0.28 (4.41%) |
| Ex-Dividend Date | Sep 1, 2026 |
| Volume | 6,389,838 |
| Open | 6.51 |
| Previous Close | 6.55 |
| Day's Range | 6.34 - 6.54 |
| 52-Week Range | 6.07 - 10.12 |
| Beta | 0.40 |
| Analysts | Hold |
| Price Target | 7.80 (+22.84%) |
| Est. Earnings | Nov 6, 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]
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 StatementsAnalyst Summary
According to 25 analysts, the average rating for WEN stock is "Hold." The 12-month stock price target is $7.8, which is an increase of 22.84% from the latest price.
News
Wendy's is closing more stores: See a list of doomed locations from a major franchisee in ongoing bankruptcy
A sprawling Wendy's franchisee that sought Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection earlier this month could close as many as 30 restaurants over the next few weeks as part of a cash collateral agreement, new...
Do You Want Gains With That?
Restaurants are struggling with higher prices for ingredients and labor, as well as the wellness trend the need for innovation:
A major Wendy's franchisee with 314 stores just filed for bankruptcy. What it means for the burger chain's footprint
Despite being the third-largest fast-food hamburger chain in the world and the second-largest in the U.S. after McDonald's, Wendy's has struggled lately with declining sales and a shrinking store foot...
One of Wendy's biggest franchisees files for bankruptcy as it falls behind burger rivals
One of Wendy's largest franchisees has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protections as it struggles to win over customers – falling behind in the burger battle against McDonald's and Burger King.
Wendy's franchisee files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection as burger chain struggles
One of Wendy's biggest U.S. franchisees, Meritage Hospitality Group, filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection. For six straight quarters, Wendy's has reported same-store sales declines.
Hi Baby Gorgeous! Wendy's is Officially Serving Lisa Barlow's Baby Gorgeous Meal
Wendy's is Bringing Big Bravo Energy with Digital-Exclusive Meal + Sweepstakes up to $10K Cash Prize DUBLIN, Ohio, Sept. 16, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- WHAT: Wendy's Chicken Nuggets have never been so glam...
Wendy's is Serving Up a Frightfully Fun Halloween with Boo! Books and Frosty Frights
From supporting the Dave Thomas Foundation for Adoption to collectible kids' meal toys, Wendy's two fan-focused experiences are all treats and no tricks this Halloween season Fresh...
Wendy's Stock Has Plunged, but History Shows How It Could Come Back
Wendy's stock is trading at a steep discount to fast-food rivals. Turnarounds at Domino's and McDonald's show what the burger chain needs to fix.
Wendy's Shares Tumble on Report Trian No Longer Preparing Take-Private Bid
A report that Wendy's may be taken private caused shares to soar two weeks ago. A new report is causing them to tumble.
Nelson Peltz's Trian has no plans to make bid for Wendy's right now, sources say
The move comes after the investment firm, a longtime Wendy's shareholder, was earlier this month reported by Reuters and others to be working on preparing a bid with the help of a consortium of invest...
Trian has no plans to make bid for Wendy's right now, sources say
Nelson Peltz's Trian Fund Management has no plans to make a take-private bid for Wendy's at this time, sources familiar with the matter told Reuters.
Wendy's CEO Says Food Quality Hasn't Been Chain's Top Priority—Vows Changes
Wendy's has been losing ground for more than a decade to rivals that invested heavily in its food offerings. Burger King clawed its way back to the No.
THE WENDY'S COMPANY NAMES TARIQ HASSAN CHIEF MARKETING AND CUSTOMER GROWTH OFFICER
Strengthened Leadership Team Marks Next Step in Company Turnaround Plan DUBLIN, Ohio, Aug. 24, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The Wendy's Company (Nasdaq: WEN) announced the appointment of Tariq Hassan to the n...
Wendy's CEO Aims for Chain to Get Back in the Burger Fight
Bob Wright said that the chain has traded quality for cost savings and that a former McDonald's executive is joining as marketing chief.
Wendy's Shares Jumps On Peltz Bid News
Bloomberg's Matt Monks joins Romaine Bostick on "Bloomberg Deals." Shares of Wendy's jumped to their highest in seven weeks after the Financial Times reported that Nelson Peltz's Trian Fund Management...
Wendy's Stock Soars 12% As Billionaire Investor Nelson Peltz Reportedly Plots Take-Private Deal
Shares of Wendy's soared on Wednesday after the Financial Times reported Nelson Peltz's Trian Fund Management could lead a bid to take the restaurant chain private within a matter of weeks, a move tha...
Wendy's shares jump 15% as Nelson Peltz prepares bid to take struggling chain private
Wendy's, which has a market valuation of about $1.44 billion, said it would thoroughly review any proposal.
Wendy's stock jumps on report of potential takeover bid from Nelson Peltz's Trian Fund Management
Wendy's stock jumped after the Financial Times reported that Nelson Peltz's Trian Fund Management is preparing a deal to take the burger chain private. Restaurant Brands International's Burger King ha...
Nelson Peltz prepares bid to take Wendy's private, FT says
Nelson Peltz's Trian Fund Management is laying the groundwork for a take-private bid for US fast-food chain Wendy's with backing from a consortium of investors including BlueFive Capital, T...
Wendy's Stock Soars on Report Trian Partners Prepares Bid to Take Company Private
Wendy's stock jumps Wednesday and is halted briefly for volatility.
5 things wrong with Wendy's right now, including 1 big one that's threatening its entire turnaround effort
Wendy's deals might be “biggie.” But it's performance this year hasn't been.
Burger King dethrones struggling Wendy's 6-year run as America's 2nd-largest burger chain
"Today we are clearly not performing at our potential," Wendy's CEO admitted in a statement.
Wendy's loses status as second-largest burger chain after 6-year run
Burger King reclaimed the No. 2 U.S. burger chain spot from Wendy's after its revamped Whopper and multiyear turnaround drove same-store sales up 8.5%.
Here's why Wendy's is losing the burger wars
Wendy's new CEO is embarking on a turnaround initiative, while acknowledging that issues around food quality and service have turned customers away.
The Wendy's Company Earnings Call Transcript: Q2 2026
Systemwide sales and traffic declined sharply, prompting leadership to withdraw guidance and outline a turnaround plan focused on menu quality, branding, operations, digital, and asset investment. Margin and EBITDA pressure are expected to persist amid ongoing consumer and cost headwinds.