The Wendy’s Co (WEN)

Currency in USD
7.53
+0.17(+2.31%)
Closed·
7.54+0.01(+0.13%)
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Earnings results expected in 4 days
High dividend Yield
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Fair Value
Day's Range
7.427.61
52 wk Range
6.0710.84
Key Statistics
Prev. Close
7.36
Open
7.42
Day's Range
7.42-7.61
52 wk Range
6.07-10.84
Volume
5.01M
Average Volume (3m)
17.68M
1-Year Change
-24.3976%
Book Value / Share
0.61
Fair Value
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Company’s Health
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Fair Price
Upside
Price Target
7.75
Upside
+2.92%
Members' Sentiments
Bearish
Bullish
ProTips
Pays a significant dividend to shareholders

The Wendy’s Co News & Analysis

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Technical Analysis

Summary
Strong Sell
Sell
Neutral
Buy
Strong Buy
Strong Buy
Technical Indicators
Strong Buy
Moving Averages
Strong Buy

Analyst Ratings

4 Buy
15 Hold
5 Sell
Ratings:
24 analysts
Overall Consensus
Neutral

Analysts 12-Month Price Target:

Average 7.75
(+2.92% Upside)
Firm
ArticlePositionPrice TargetUpside / DownsideFrom Price TargetActionDate
Stephens
Hold8.00+6.24%-MaintainJun 23, 2026
RBC Capital
Hold7.00-7.04%8.00MaintainJun 23, 2026
KeyBanc
Hold---MaintainJun 10, 2026
BMO Capital
Hold8.00+6.24%-MaintainJun 10, 2026
Argus
Buy---UpgradeMay 13, 2026

The Wendy’s Co SWOT Analysis


Growth Amid Headwinds
Wendy's pursues ambitious expansion plans while navigating economic challenges, aiming to increase its global restaurant count to 8,100-8,300 by 2028
Digital Transformation
Explore Wendy's strategic focus on digital capabilities, with initiatives like FreshAi drive-thru ordering system driving digital sales mix above 20%
Analyst Outlook
Average price target of $14.82, reflecting varied perspectives on Wendy's profitability and growth potential in a competitive fast-food landscape
Operational Excellence
Delve into Wendy's efforts to enhance operational consistency, potentially improving margins and customer satisfaction across its franchise network
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The Wendy’s Co Earnings Call Summary for Q1/2026

  • Wendy's Q1 2026 EPS of $0.12 beat forecast by 20%; revenue reached $540.6M, exceeding expectations by 3.87%
  • U.S. same-restaurant sales declined 7.8% while international markets grew 6%, driving mixed performance across regions
  • Adjusted EBITDA fell 10.6% to $111.3M; free cash flow decreased $31.5M YoY to $36.5M amid margin pressures
  • Stock dropped 2.73% in pre-market despite earnings beat, reflecting investor concerns over domestic sales weakness
  • FY2026 EPS guidance set at $0.57 with $2.197B revenue; management emphasizes international expansion and digital innovation
Last Updated: 2026-05-14, 01:30 p/m
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Earnings

Latest Release
May 08, 2026
EPS / Forecast
0.12 / 0.10
Revenue / Forecast
540.6M / 520.48M
EPS Revisions
Last 90 days

Dividends

Payout Ratio
Payout ratio (TTM)
Earnings retained
EPS 0.78%
Dividend Yield
7.61%
Industry Median 2.16%
Annualized payout
0.56
Paid quarterly
5-Years Growth
+16.59%
Growth Streak

WEN Income Statement

Compare WEN to Peers and Sector

Metrics to compare
WEN
Peers
Sector
Relationship
P/E Ratio
9.7x17.1x10.4x
PEG Ratio
−0.55−5.590.02
Price/Book
12.4x4.6x1.4x
Price / LTM Sales
0.7x2.5x0.9x
Upside (Analyst Target)
8.7%0.0%27.4%
Fair Value Upside
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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 Breakfast Baconator sandwich and seasoned products; and a variety of promotional products on a limited time basis. The company also owns and leases real estate properties. As of December 28, 2025, there were 5,969 Wendy’s restaurants in operation in the United States and 1,428 Wendy’s restaurants in operation in 38 foreign countries and U.S. territories. The company was formerly known as Wendy's/Arby's Group, Inc. and changed its name to The Wendy’s Company in July 2011. The Wendy's Company was founded in 1969 and is headquartered in Dublin, Ohio.

Ownership

Ownership Overview

Type
Common Stock Held% of Shares OutstandingMarket Value
Mutual Funds & ETFs
68.91M36.18%507.19M
Other Institutional Investors
117.95M61.92%868.08M
Public Companies & Retail Investors
3.62M1.90%26.66M
Total
190.48M100.00%1.4B

Top Holders

Holder
% of holding
Shares Held
Date Reported
Value (In 1,000s)
BlackRock, Inc.11.41%21,738,649159,996
Trian Fund Management, L.P.7.85%14,943,466109,984

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FAQ

What Is the The Wendy’s Co (WEN) Stock Price Today?

The The Wendy’s Co stock price today is 7.53 USD.

What Stock Exchange Does The Wendy’s Co Trade On?

The Wendy’s Co is listed and trades on the Nasdaq Stock Exchange.

What Is the Stock Symbol for The Wendy’s Co?

The stock symbol for The Wendy’s Co is "WEN."

Does The Wendy’s Co Pay Dividends? What’s The Current Dividend Yield?

The The Wendy’s Co dividend yield is 7.44%.

What Is the The Wendy’s Co Market Cap?

As of today, The Wendy’s Co market cap is 1.42B USD.

What Is The Wendy’s Co's Earnings Per Share (TTM)?

The The Wendy’s Co EPS (TTM) is 0.78.

When Is the Next The Wendy’s Co Earnings Date?

The Wendy’s Co will release its next earnings report on Aug 07, 2026.

From a Technical Analysis Perspective, Is WEN a Buy or Sell?

Based on moving averages and other technical indicators, the daily buy/sell signal is Strong Buy.

How Many Times Has The Wendy’s Co Stock Split?

The Wendy’s Co has split 25 times.

How Many Employees Does The Wendy’s Co Have?

The Wendy’s Co has 9934 employees.

What is the current trading status of The Wendy’s Co (WEN)?

As of Aug 03, 2026, The Wendy’s Co (WEN) is trading at a price of 7.53 USD, with a previous close of 7.36 USD. The stock has fluctuated within a day range of 7.42 USD to 7.61 USD, while its 52-week range spans from 6.07 USD to 10.84 USD.

What Is The Wendy’s Co (WEN) Price Target According to Analysts?

The average 12-month price target for The Wendy’s Co is 7.75 USD, with a high estimate of 13 USD and a low estimate of 5 USD. 4 analysts recommend buying the stock, while 5 suggest selling, leading to an overall rating of Neutral. The stock has an +2.92% Upside potential.

What Is the WEN Premarket Price?

WEN's last pre-market stock price is 7.43 USD. The pre-market share volume is 49,680.00, and the stock has decreased by 0.07, or 0.95%.

What Is the WEN After Hours Price?

WEN's last after hours stock price is 7.54 USD, the stock has decreased by 0.01, or 0.13%.
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