Yum China Reports Solid Q1 Performance

Yum China Holdings ( (YUMC) ) has released its Q1 earnings. Here is a breakdown of the information Yum China Holdings presented to its investors.

Yum China Holdings, Inc. is the largest restaurant company in China, operating over 16,000 restaurants under brands such as KFC and Pizza Hut, and is known for its innovative approaches in the quick-service and casual dining sectors.

In its latest earnings report, Yum China reported a solid first-quarter performance with total revenues reaching $3.0 billion, marking a 1% year-over-year increase. The company highlighted a 9th consecutive quarter of same-store transaction growth and an increase in operating profit by 7%.

Key financial metrics showed a 2% growth in total system sales, excluding foreign currency impacts, and a 13% increase in delivery sales. The company opened 247 net new stores, bringing the total store count to 16,642. Operating profit rose to $399 million, and diluted EPS increased by 8% to $0.77. The company also returned $262 million to shareholders through share repurchases and dividends.

Looking forward, Yum China plans to open 1,600 to 1,800 net new stores in 2025 and aims to return $3 billion to shareholders by 2026. The company remains focused on innovation and operational efficiency to drive sustainable growth and long-term value for shareholders.