Boston, MA, July 24, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Inner City Capital Connections (ICCC), ICIC's signature program for small business owners in the mid-stage of their growth, is thrilled to mark its fourth year in Canada, made possible by the generous support and partnership of the lead sponsor, Pizza Hut Canada, as part of YUM's Unlocking Opportunity Initiative. The program provides free education, mentorship, and grants to small business owners from underrepresented communities across Canada. At the heart of t ...

The first global pizza chain to offer a tavern-style pizza, available nationwidePLANO, Texas, June 18, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Today Pizza Hut® announces its latest modern menu innovation, Chicago Tavern-Style Pizza, alongside a toppings transformation, marking the biggest toppings menu overhaul in over a decade. Pizza Hut is the first global pizza chain to offer a Tavern Pizza, in addition to being the first global QSR pizza brand to offer Chicken Sausage, Pesto Swirl and Spicy Sauce as permanent topping offe ...

KFC also extends $10 Tuesdays offer and launches free Sunday Summer deliveryLOUISVILLE, Ky., June 10, 2024  /PRNewswire/ -- KFC is making it a saucy summer with a new roster of its popular KFC Saucy Nuggets and wallet-friendly everyday deals (all available starting today).KFC's popular saucy nuggets are getting a shakeup just in time for summer! Based on consumer feedback, KFC selected this season's sauces, keeping two fan-favorites, Korean BBQ and Honey Sriracha Saucy Nuggets. Joining the summer sauce line ...

Yum! Brands, Inc. (YUM) is likely to benefit from digital efforts, strong Taco Bell performance and menu innovation. Also, the focus on expansion initiatives bodes well. However, dismal comps, the Middle East conflict and high costs are a concern.Let us discuss the factors that highlight why investors should retain the stock for now.Factors Driving GrowthYum! Brands implemented various digital features in mobile and online platforms across all brand segments to enhance the guest experience. The company is a ...

Melissa Friebe To Become Chief Marketing Officer, Pizza Hut U.S., from Taco BellPLANO, Texas, May 20, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Pizza Hut announced two new executive marketing appointments. PIZZA HUT ANNOUNCES KALEN THORNTON AS GLOBAL CHIEF BRAND OFFICER. Melissa Friebe To Become Chief Marketing Officer, Pizza Hut U.S., from Taco Bell. Kalen Thornton will join the company as Global Chief Brand Officer reporting to Pizza Hut Division Chief Executive Officer, Aaron Powell, effective June 10. In this ro ...

Pizza Hut, a reportable brand of Yum! Brands, Inc. (YUM) , announced its new take on menu offerings by introducing the Cheeseburger Melt.The management highlights the innovation behind the Cheeseburger Melt, which combines the elements of a cheeseburger into Pizza Hut's signature crust to create a unique and irresistible dining experience.The new Cheeseburger Melt comes with a Burger Sauce and features beef, applewood-smoked bacon, onions, mozzarella and cheddar. The folded parmesan-crusted thin crust Melt ...

Brand Encourages Burger Enthusiasts to 'Cheat On Their Cheeseburger' With Offer for Free Cheeseburger Melts & PEPSI® in the Drive-Thru of Select Burger Chains Across the U.S.PLANO, Texas, May 14, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Starting today, Pizza Hut is entering the burger business with a better way to burger. Introducing the new Cheeseburger Melt, a parmesan-crusted thin crust Melt folded and loaded with beef, applewood-smoked bacon, onions, mozzarella, and cheddar, served with Burger Sauce on the side. The savory ...

YUM品牌和旗下品牌 - YUM品牌旗下的KFC、Taco Bell和Pizza Hut是全球领先的鸡肉、墨西哥风格和披萨类别品牌[60] - YUM目前包括四个运营部门：KFC部门、Taco Bell部门、Pizza Hut部门和Habit Burger Grill部门[61] 销售增长和利润 - 同店销售增长是所有已经开业并在YUM系统中运营一年或更长时间的餐厅系统销售的估计百分比变化[63] - 净新单位增长反映了毛单位开业减去永久性店铺关闭的情况[66] - 系统销售增长是所有餐厅的销售结果，包括公司拥有和特许经营的餐厅[67] - 公司餐厅利润为74美元，公司餐厅利润率为15.6%[82] - 核心运营利润增长率为6%[81] 财务表现 - 2024年第一季度，公司的净收入为31.4亿美元，同比增长5%[77] - 非特殊项目的稀释每股收益增长9%[75] 各部门表现 - KFC Division在2024年第一季度的同店销售下降了2%[93] - Taco Bell Division在2024年第一季度的同店销售增长了1%[100] - 公司在2024年第一季度的同店销售下降了4%[95] - 公司在2024年第一季度的公司销售增长受到了单位增长和同店销售下降的影响[94] - 公司在2024年第一季度的公司餐厅利润为74美元[89] - KFC Division在2024年第一季度的公司餐厅利润为13美元[93] - Taco Bell Division在2024年第一季度的公司餐厅利润为54美元[100] - 公司在2024年第一季度的公司餐厅利润率为15.6%[89] - KFC Division在2024年第一季度的公司餐厅利润率为12.2%[93] - Taco Bell Division在2024年第一季度的公司餐厅利润率为22.5%[100] 其他财务信息 - 上季度运营利润增长主要受单位增长和同店销售增长推动，部分抵消了更高的餐厅运营成本、更高的特许广告和其他服务费用，主要与数字化和技术费用有关，以及更高的坏账费用[106] - Pizza Hut部门拥有19,942家门店，其中67%位于美国以外。Pizza Hut部门使用多种分销渠道，包括外卖、堂食和快速服务（例如机场），并包括以Pizza Hut和Telepizza品牌经营的门店[107] - 2024年第一季度系统销售为3,167亿美元，同店销售下降7%，公司销售为2亿美元，特许和物业收入为1.48亿美元，特许广告和其他服务费用为0.88亿美元，总收入为2.38亿美元[108] - 特许和物业收入的季度下降主要是由特许同店销售下降7%部分抵消了单位增长所致[109] - G&A费用基本持平，不考虑外汇影响[110] - 不考虑外汇影响，运营利润下降主要是由同店销售下降和今年坏账费用增加所致，部分抵消了单位增长[111] - Habit Burger Grill部门拥有381家门店，其中绝大多数位于美国。截至2024年3月31日，公司拥有Habit Burger Grill美国门店的84%[112] - 2024年第一季度总收入为1.3亿美元，同店销售下降8%，运营利润为负5亿美元[113] - 公司和未分配的G&A费用的季度增加主要是由于与资源优化计划相关的成本增加，部分抵消了与前一年勒索软件攻击相关的成本[114] - 利息支出净额的季度减少主要是由于借款减少和利息收入增加，部分抵消了较高的加权平均利率[115]

Chrissy Teigen teams up with KFC to give moms what they really crave: peace, quiet, appreciation and a finger lickin' good meal for the whole familyLOUISVILLE, Ky., May 6, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- KFC is introducing a "real-talk" Mother's Day menu to give mom what she really craves – peace, quiet, appreciation and a delicious meal for the whole family to enjoy. The digital menu features classic KFC family meals, renamed for a limited time to honor how moms really want to celebrate the holiday, including: "Give ...

Key PointsYum! Brands' Q1 2024 earnings fell below analyst expectations, with a decline in same-store sales impacting overall performance.The company's digital sales mix exceeded 50%, highlighting its successful transition to online and mobile ordering platforms.Despite short-term headwinds, Yum! Brands remains committed to its long-term growth strategy through global expansion, menu innovation, and digital investments.5 stocks we like better than Yum! BrandsYum! Brands, Inc. NYSE: YUM is a global powerhous ...