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.
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- Consumer Cyclical
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- Restaurants
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5 years, 6 months ago
The Wendy's Company is currently in a long term uptrend where the price is trading 2.6% above its 200 day moving average.
From a valuation standpoint, the stock is 97.1% cheaper than other stocks from the Consumer Cyclical sector with a price to sales ratio of 2.7.
The Wendy's Company's total revenue rose by 4.1% to $445M since the same quarter in the previous year.
Its net income has increased by 344.1% to $118M since the same quarter in the previous year.
Finally, its free cash flow grew by 1348.8% to $260M since the same quarter in the previous year.
Based on the above factors, The Wendy's Company gets an overall score of 5/5.