Wendy's

The Wendy’s Co. engages in operating, developing, and franchising a system of quick-service restaurants. It offers hamburgers and related products, such as chicken breast sandwiches, nuggets, chili, and baked potatoes, French fries, freshly prepared salads, soft drinks, milk, coffee, frosty deserts, and kid’s meals. The company was founded by R. David Thomas on November 15, 1969 and is headquartered in Dublin, OH.

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Wendy's reports robust 2022 performance, eyes international expansion opportunities

Wendy's strong performance in 2022, driven by digital sales and breakfast success, positions the company for continued growth and profitability.
Challenges such as inflation and evolving consumer preferences require strategic responses to maintain competitiveness and drive operational efficiency.
Opportunities in international expansion, customer engagement, and pricing strategies offer avenues for sustained growth and market positioning for Wendy's.
Overall, Wendy's financial outlook is positive, with a focus on growth investments, operational enhancements, and maintaining market competitiveness.

Wendy's reports robust Q1 performance, reaffirms 2023 financial outlook

Wendy's strong Q1 performance showcased growth in sales, profitability, and digital business, with reaffirmed 2023 financial outlook.
The company's strengths include strategic pricing, digital growth, and successful value offerings, positioning well against competitors.
Challenges include breakfast business improvement, pricing strategy, labor reliance reduction, and reimaging goals.
Opportunities for Wendy's include product promotions, AI technology investments, profitability optimization, and forecasted sales and profit growth.

Wendy's reports robust Q2 sales growth and digital expansion

Wendy's Q2 2023 earnings call highlighted strong sales performance, operational improvements, and strategic growth initiatives. Challenges include driving breakfast business and managing pricing strategies amidst market dynamics. Opportunities exist in expanding breakfast offerings, leveraging AI, and enhancing digital sales growth.

Wendy's reports solid Q3 performance, eyes growth through digital and core products

Wendy's Q3 2023 showcased strong sales growth, margin expansion, and strategic focus on core products and digital initiatives.
While facing challenges in sales growth targets and competitive pressures, the company's loyalty program and app-driven promotions are driving customer engagement.
Opportunities in personalized marketing, late-night offerings, and breakfast promotions position Wendy's for continued growth and profitability.

Wendy's reports strong Q4 results, eyes global expansion opportunities

Wendy's Q4 performance was strong, driven by global sales growth and digital initiatives.
Focus on breakfast sales expansion, digital innovation, and AI technology for growth.
Challenges include competitive environment impact and balancing growth investments.
Opportunities lie in domestic and international market expansion and margin improvement.

Wendy's reports robust Q1 performance, eyes U.K. expansion for growth

Wendy's Q1 performance reflects a strong focus on customer experience, digital innovation, and global expansion. Challenges include competitive positioning and commodity outlook, while opportunities lie in expanding in the U.K. and leveraging digital platforms for growth.

Wendy's reports solid Q2 growth, eyes global expansion and digital innovation

Wendy's Q2 performance reflects a balanced growth strategy with a focus on digital sales, unit expansion, and core menu offerings. While facing challenges in same-restaurant sales, the company's strengths lie in its stable market position and international growth potential. Strategic opportunities include digital innovation and global expansion.

Wendy's reports robust Q3 sales growth and eyes international expansion

Wendy's delivered strong sales growth and outlined plans for future expansion and operational excellence in its Q3 2024 earnings call.
The company's focus on driving profitability through strategic initiatives and international expansion highlights its commitment to long-term success.
While facing challenges such as store closures and industry competition, Wendy's remains poised to capitalize on opportunities for growth and market leadership.
Investors can expect continued value creation through Wendy's financial discipline, dividend yield, and efforts to enhance shareholder returns.

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Wendy's (WEN) stock is on the menu to watch Friday after the company named PepsiCo (PEP) executive Kirk Tanner as its next CEO, effective Feb. 5. Tanner, who most recently served as the beverage giant's North American chief, will succeed Todd Penegor, who has been at the helm of Wendy's since 2016.

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The fast-food chain said Penegor, who has served as CEO since 2016 and joined the company a decade ago, will leave in February.

Wendy's CEO Todd Penegor Exits, Kirk Tanner Named Successor

Outgoing CEO Todd Penegor has been at the helm of Wendy's since 2016.

Wendy's taps Kirk Tanner as new CEO as burger chain fights off activist pressure

Kirk Tanner to Succeed Todd Penegor as President & CEO Company Reaffirms Previously Provided FY 2023 Outlook and Plans to Release Q4 2023 Results and 2024 and Long-Term Outlook February 15 DUBLIN, Ohio , Jan. 18, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Wendy's Company (Nasdaq: WEN) today announced that its Board of Directors has appointed Kirk Tanner as Wendy's President and CEO, effective February 5, 2024. Mr. Tanner will succeed Todd Penegor, who will depart from the Company and Board in February after serving in senior leadership positions at Wendy's for more than a decade.

Wendy's Announces CEO Succession

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DUBLIN, Ohio , Jan. 11, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Wendy's Company (Nasdaq: WEN) will release its fourth quarter and full year 2023 results and share its 2024 financial outlook before the market opens on Thursday, February 15. The Company will host a conference call and simultaneous webcast that same day at 8:30 a.m.

The Wendy's Company to Report Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2023 Results on February 15

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Wendy's (WEN) focuses on new franchise additions to drive growth. However, high commodity and labor costs are a concern.

Wendy's (WEN) Banks on Digitization Efforts, Hurt by High Costs

Wendy's has had a soft 2023, with its stock underperforming amid fairly soft same-restaurant sales growth. Unit economics are okay here, which should help support a continuation of modest net unit growth. That should be good for 4-5% annual system sales growth given a low single-digit contribution from same-restaurant sales growth.

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Joseph Levato Will Not Stand for Re-Election at Wendy's 2024 Annual Meeting of Shareholders Changes Reflect Wendy's Previously Disclosed Commitment to  Ongoing Director Refreshment and Promotion of Board Diversity DUBLIN, Ohio , Dec. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Wendy's Company (Nasdaq: WEN) today announced that on December 13, 2023, its Board of Directors increased the size of the Board from 12 to 13 members and elected Wendy C. Arlin to serve as an independent director of the Company, effective immediately.

The Wendy's Company Announces Election of Wendy Arlin to Board of Directors

Enjoy sips of the season with 1 cent small Coca-Cola Freestyle ®  drinks with the Wendy's App offer DUBLIN, Ohio , Dec. 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ --  WHAT: 'Tis the season of giving, and Wendy's® is giving their fans something to sip on this holiday season for just a penny. Starting December 13, Wendy's is offering small Coca-Cola Freestyle® drinks for 1 cent with the offer in the Wendy's app, no additional purchase required.

Penny Pops: Wendy's Fans Can Pay a Penny and Fill Their Cup with a Coca-Cola Freestyle® Drink Daily Starting Dec. 13

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Wendy's revenue growth is expected to benefit from price increases, promotional offerings, and strength in breakfast and late-night dayparts. The company plans to implement further price increases, but at a smaller scale, to ease pressure on price-sensitive consumers and gradually recover traffic count. Wendy's is focused on expanding its scale through new unit development, both domestically and internationally, to sustain long-term sales growth.

Wendy's Is A Good Buy At Current Levels

Newest addition to Wendy's signature Baconator lineup now available nationwide DUBLIN, Ohio , Nov. 28, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Wendy's® just dropped an epic gift for consumers this holiday season with a twist on the signature Baconator®. Now for a limited time, fans can unwrap the new Pretzel Baconator and experience the perfect harmony of Wendy's legendary Applewood smoked bacon topped with an irresistible, fan-favorite pretzel bun.

A Twist of Fate: Wendy's Unveils the New Pretzel Baconator

Company Employees Drive Support for 23 Community Organizations DUBLIN, Ohio , Nov. 28, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- This Giving Tuesday, The Wendy's Company is proud to announce that it will make charitable donations to a variety of organizations in the U.S., Canada and United Kingdom that align with Wendy's® core categories of charitable support: foster care adoption, hunger and food integrity, youth and families, and vibrant communities. These contributions are part of  Wendy's Community Giving Program , which is celebrating its third year.

Wendy's Pledges More Than $100,000 in Charitable Commitments Across the U.S., Canada, and United Kingdom

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Honor National Adoption Month and enjoy a year of FREE Jr. Frosty Treats with any purchase when you buy a $3 Frosty Key Tag* to support the Dave Thomas Foundation for Adoption DUBLIN, Ohio , Nov. 16, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- WHAT: 'Tis the season for giving back! Beginning this National Adoption Month, Wendy's® is bringing back its sweet Frosty® Key Tag fundraiser.

Frosty it Forward: Wendy's Frosty Key Tags Are Back this Season of Giving to Support Foster Care Adoption

Get in the holiday spirit with sips and spoonfuls of Wendy's new Peppermint Frosty Cream Cold Brew and returning Peppermint Frosty to help savor the season with a sweet offer today DUBLIN, Ohio , Nov. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The weather outside might be frightful, but Frosty® time is so delightful. Beginning today, Wendy's® fans can indulge in Frosty time with the twice-as-nice return of the Peppermint Frosty* and the new Peppermint Frosty Cream Cold Brew!

The Holiday Season Just Got Sweeter: Wendy's Celebrating Return of Peppermint Flavor with a FREE Frosty Offer

Wendy's (WEN) third-quarter fiscal 2023 results are aided by solid same-restaurant sales and strength in digital momentum.

Wendy's (WEN) Q3 Earnings Surpass, Revenues Lag Estimates

Wendy's is tapping loyalty offers and late-night delivery hours to drive digital engagement and in turn to boost sales overall. The quick-service restaurant (QSR) giant, which has more than 7,000 locations worldwide, shared in its third-quarter 2023 financial results reported Thursday (Nov.

Wendy's Sees $1.8 Billion Full-Year Digital Opportunity Amid Loyalty Growth

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Although the revenue and EPS for Wendy's (WEN) give a sense of how its business performed in the quarter ended September 2023, it might be worth considering how some key metrics compare with Wall Street estimates and the year-ago numbers.

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