The Wendy's Company (WEN)
| Market Cap | 2.92B |
| Revenue (ttm) | 2.25B |
| Net Income (ttm) | 194.36M |
| Shares Out | 200.49M |
| EPS (ttm) | 0.95 |
| PE Ratio | 15.32 |
| Forward PE | 14.40 |
| Dividend | $1.00 (6.87%) |
| Ex-Dividend Date | Mar 3, 2025 |
| Volume | 4,601,397 |
| Open | 15.09 |
| Previous Close | 15.07 |
| Day's Range | 14.51 - 15.11 |
| 52-Week Range | 13.72 - 20.65 |
| Beta | 0.72 |
| Analysts | Hold |
| Price Target | 18.50 (+27.15%) |
| Earnings Date | May 1, 2025 |
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]
Financial Performance
In 2024, The Wendy's Company's revenue was $2.25 billion, an increase of 2.98% compared to the previous year's $2.18 billion. Earnings were $194.36 million, a decrease of -4.93%.
Financial StatementsAnalyst Forecast
According to 19 analysts, the average rating for WEN stock is "Hold." The 12-month stock price forecast is $18.5, which is an increase of 27.15% from the latest price.
News
Wendy's CEO: from AI-powered drive-thrus to thick bacon
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Can Wendy's catch up? CEO Tanner dishes on strategy to outperform rivals in 2025
A year into his tenure as Wendy's (WEN) CEO, Kirk Tanner is looking beyond the iconic square burger to inject new energy into the 55-year-old restaurant chain. In an increasingly competitive fast-food...
Wendy's CEO on new collaboration with Takis
Kirk Tanner, Wendy's CEO, discusses collaborating with different brands saying, "Connecting in culture is so important."
Wendy's sets growth target of 1,000 net new restaurants globally
Kirk Tanner, Wendy's CEO, joins 'Money Movers' to discuss what Tanner is telling investors about the brand's growth strategy, what's driving traffic right now, and much more.
Nothing Beats Fresh: Wendy's Drops $1 Jr. Bacon Cheeseburger or $1 Double Stack in the App to Fuel Fans Through March Madness
Broadcast legends Ian Eagle and Clark Kellogg share hot takes on Wendy's fresh, never frozen beef DUBLIN, Ohio , March 17, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Wendy's® is serving up the real MVP of March Madness® wi...
Analyst Sees Wendy's Playing Catch-Up, Needs Stronger Focus on Tech, Talent & Global Expansion
J.P. Morgan analyst Rahul Krotthapalli reiterated a Neutral rating on the shares of Wendy's Co WEN with a price target of $17.00.
Wendy's New Focus On Growth Is International
Wendy's has shifted focus towards international growth, planning to expand from 1,300 to 2,000 locations outside the US by 2028. The dividend was cut to a more sustainable 67¢ in 2025, with a payout r...
Wendy's Sets Long-Term Financial Targets Ahead of Investor Day
Wendy's issued a target of global sales between $17.5 billion and $18 billion for 2028. It also guided for its total number of restaurants to sit between 8,100 and 8,300 in three years time.
Wendy's Unveils Next Chapter of Growth and Announces Long-Term Financial Algorithm at 2025 Investor Day
Shares plans to update core menu items and launch impactful innovation to meet consumer preferences and win in fast growing segments Details increased investments in technology and operations to enhan...
Wendy's Celebrates Opening of 500th Restaurant in Asia Pacific, Middle East and Africa (APMEA) Region
Milestone marks significant progress towards expanding the brand's global presence DUBLIN, Ohio , Feb. 28, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The Wendy's Company announced today a major global growth milestone with...
Wendy's: Where's The Fair Value After The Dividend Cut?
Wendy's is cutting its quarterly dividend from $0.25 to $0.14 per share to focus on deleveraging and investing in U.S. operations. The new capital allocation strategy includes $200 million in buybacks...
Wendy's Needs Improved Cash Returns From New US Units To Accelerate Growth, Analyst Says
JPMorgan analyst John Ivankoe gives Wendy's Co WEN a Neutral rating, lowering the price forecast to $17 from $20.
Restaurants warn of weak first quarter, but say sales will pick up later this year
Many restaurants reported improving sales in the fourth quarter, but executives warned that the first quarter will be weak. Freezing temperatures, wildfires and a still-cautious consumer led to lower ...
The Wendy's Company (WEN) Q4 2024 Earnings Call Transcript
The Wendy's Company (NASDAQ:WEN) Q4 2024 Results Conference Call February 13, 2025 8:30 AM ET Company Participants Aaron Broholm - Head of Investor Relations Kirk Tanner - President and Chief Executi...
Wendy's beats on same-store sales for the first time in seven quarters, but guidance is weak
Fast-food chain Wendy's posted better-than-expected fourth-quarter earnings and ended six quarters of same-restaurant sales shortfalls, offsetting soft guidance for 2025.
THE WENDY'S COMPANY REPORTS FOURTH QUARTER AND FULL-YEAR 2024 RESULTS, PROVIDES 2025 OUTLOOK, AND UPDATES ITS CAPITAL ALLOCATION POLICY
Wendy's systemwide sales grew 5.4% in the fourth quarter, reaching $3.7 billion,* including same-restaurant sales growth of 4.3%. For the full year systemwide sales grew 3.1%, reaching $14.5 billion, ...
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The Wendy's Company to Report Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2024 Results on February 13, 2025 and Host an Investor Day on March 6, 2025
DUBLIN, Ohio , Jan. 15, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The Wendy's Company (Nasdaq: WEN) will release its fourth quarter and full year 2024 results and share its 2025 financial outlook before the market opens o...
These restaurant chains closed locations in 2024
Restaurant chains like Wendy's, Denny's and Applebee's closed locations in 2024 as consumers dined out less often. U.S. restaurant visits fell for the first 10 months of the year, according to Black B...
Wendy's Offers 12 Days of Sweet & Spicy Holiday BOGO Deals Exclusively In-App
Fans can unwrap Wendy's deals exclusively on the Wendy's app December 11-22 DUBLIN, Ohio , Dec. 11, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- WHAT: 'Tis the season to celebrate twelve days of Wendy's® BOGO deals – it's o...
Sweet Season's Greetings: Wendy's Kicks Off the Countdown to Frosty Key Tags
Wendy's $3 Frosty Key Tags return December 9, gifting fans a free Jr. Frosty with purchase through 2025 while supporting foster care adoption DUBLIN, Ohio , Dec. 4, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- WHAT: The cou...
THE WENDY'S COMPANY NAMES KEN COOK CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER
Cook to Succeed Gunther Plosch Effective December 2 DUBLIN, Ohio , Nov. 18, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Wendy's Company (Nasdaq: WEN) today announced the appointment of Ken Cook as Chief Financial Office...
As Temperatures Drop Wendy's Spices Up Holiday Meal Planning with $3.99 Spicy Chicken Sandwich In-App Offer
Fans can turn up flavor and savings with exclusive deal in the Wendy's app ahead of Thanksgiving gatherings DUBLIN, Ohio , Nov. 18, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- WHAT: The Queen of Spice just dropped a HOT dea...
Celebrating 55 Years of Frosty: Wendy's Drops New Salted Caramel Frosty Nationwide
Fans can pair seasonal Frosty flavor with new fall menu items beginning November 12 DUBLIN, Ohio , Nov. 12, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- For 55 years, Wendy's iconic Frosty® has captured the hearts and taste...