The Wendy's Company (WEN) Research

The Wendy's Company, along with its various subsidiaries, functions as a prominent quick-service restaurant enterprise primarily specializing in hamburger sandwiches. The firm's activities encompass the operation, development, and franchising of its widespread restaurant system. Its business structure is divided into three key reporting segments: Wendy's U.S., Wendy's International, and Global Real Estate & Development. As of January 2, 2022, its global footprint included approximately 403 company-operated locations, complemented by a substantial network of 5,535 franchised restaurants across the United States and an additional 1,006 franchised units internationally. Furthermore, the company manages a portfolio of real estate, holding ownership of 485 properties and leasing 1,235 others. These properties are subsequently leased or subleased to its independent franchisees. The organization previously operated under the name Wendy's/Arby's Group, Inc., officially adopting The Wendy's Company as its new identity in July 2011. Founded in 1969, the company's corporate headquarters are situated in Dublin, Ohio.

Market snapshot

Symbol
WEN
Price
$6.80
Day change
-2.16%
Market cap
$1.3B
P/E ratio
8.71x
52-week range
6.37-12.51
Sector
Consumer Cyclical
Industry
Restaurants
Next earnings
in 2 months
Analyst price target
$8.00

Recent news

  • Short Interest Up 94% In This Restaurant Stock: Data Says Short Squeeze Could Be Cooking Up

    Rising short interest in a stock can suggest that investors are betting against the future stock price of that company.

  • Wendy's New CEO Has a Tough Job. Here's What Needs to Be Done.

    Wendy's named former Potbelly CEO Robert Wright to lead the burger chain as it battles weak sales, falling traffic, and growing pressure to revive its brand.

  • Wendy's taps former Potbelly CEO to lead struggling burger chain

    Wendy's has named former Potbelly CEO Bob Wright as the company's latest chief executive. The Financial Times reported earlier this month that Nelson Peltz's Trian Fund Management is seeking funding to take Wendy's private.

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Recent insider activity

  • Radkoski Lindsay J. — A-Award (1107 shares) on 2026-06-15
  • Radkoski Lindsay J. — A-Award (221 shares) on 2026-06-15
  • Radkoski Lindsay J. — A-Award (657 shares) on 2026-06-15
  • Radkoski Lindsay J. — A-Award (110 shares) on 2026-06-15
  • Radkoski Lindsay J. — A-Award (44 shares) on 2026-06-15

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