Core Viewpoint - Yum China (09987) announced a share buyback program, indicating confidence in its stock value and commitment to returning capital to shareholders [1] Group 1: Share Buyback Details - The company repurchased 19,700 shares at a total cost of HKD 7.7233 million, with a price range of HKD 389.4 to HKD 395.6 per share [1] - Additionally, the company spent USD 299.99 million to buy back 57,400 shares, with a price range of USD 50.61 to USD 53.4 per share [1] - The company also issued 15,800 shares under its long-term incentive plan and canceled 59,400 shares that had been repurchased [1]

Group 1 - The core announcement is that Yum China (09987.HK) repurchased 19,700 shares at a total cost of HKD 7.7233 million on February 4, 2026, with the repurchase price ranging from HKD 389.4 to HKD 395.6 per share [1]

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Core Insights - Yum China Holdings, Inc. (NYSE:YUMC) is a significant player in the fast-food industry in China, operating brands such as KFC, Pizza Hut, and Taco Bell, and competes with McDonald's and Starbucks [1] Financial Performance - YUMC's stock is currently priced at $53.14, reflecting an increase of 4.73% or $2.40, with a trading range today between $50.40 and $53.41 [4] - Over the past year, the stock has reached a high of $53.99 and a low of $41, with a market capitalization of approximately $18.78 billion and a daily trading volume of 1,968,030 shares on the NYSE [4][5] Analyst Outlook - Jefferies analyst Anne Ling has set a price target of $63.64 for YUMC, indicating a potential upside of approximately 19.76%, reflecting confidence in the company's growth prospects and strategic initiatives [2][5] Earnings Call Insights - YUMC recently held its Q4 2025 earnings call, which provided insights into the company's financial performance, highlighting significant achievements and challenges faced during the quarter [3][5]

Market Overview - Hong Kong stocks opened lower but closed higher, with the Hang Seng Index rising by 0.14% to 26,885.24 points and a total turnover of HKD 315.11 billion [1] - Morgan Stanley noted that despite recent market volatility, effective measures to cool A-shares, a stronger USD against RMB, and long-term regulatory support for Hong Kong are expected to provide positive liquidity support for both A-shares and Hong Kong stocks [1] Blue-Chip Performance - Baidu Group-SW (09888) saw a 2.7% increase, closing at HKD 140.9, contributing 7.38 points to the Hang Seng Index. The company announced a new stock buyback plan of up to USD 5 billion, effective until December 31, 2028, and plans to adopt a dividend policy by 2026 [2] - Other blue-chip stocks included Haidilao (06862) up 4.03%, Lenovo Group (00992) up 3.67%, while Zijin Mining (601899) fell 4.76% and New Oriental-S (09901) dropped 3.13% [2] Sector Performance - Large tech stocks rebounded, with Xiaomi and Baidu both rising nearly 3%. Consumer stocks performed well, with Yum China surging over 11% post-earnings [3] - The precious metals sector saw a sharp decline, with gold and silver prices dropping significantly. The market for precious metals is expected to remain volatile due to various economic pressures [4] - The space photovoltaic concept saw a decline, with companies like Junda Co. (02865) dropping 12.35% [4][5] Chip Sector - Chip stocks faced pressure, with companies like Zhaoyi Innovation (03986) down 4.47% and Shanghai Fudan (01385) down 3.34%. The decline was influenced by AMD's significant drop of 17.31% following its earnings report [6] Company Earnings - Yum China reported total revenue of USD 11.797 billion for 2025, a 4% increase, with a net profit of USD 929 million, up 2%. The company plans to pay a dividend of 29 cents per share [7] - MGM China (02282) reported a net revenue of approximately USD 4.462 billion for the year ending December 31, 2025, a 10.92% increase [8] - Tianqi Lithium (002466) saw a significant drop of 13.33% after announcing a placement of 65.05 million new H-shares at a discount [9] - New World Development (01030) fell 13.17% after announcing a placement of 198 million shares at a discount to raise funds for future development and debt repayment [10]

Market Overview - Hong Kong stocks opened lower but closed higher, with the Hang Seng Index rising by 0.14% to 26,885.24 points and a total turnover of HKD 315.12 billion [1] - Morgan Stanley noted that despite recent market volatility, effective measures to cool A-shares, a stronger USD against RMB, and long-term regulatory support for Hong Kong are expected to provide positive liquidity support for both A-shares and Hong Kong stocks [1] Blue-Chip Performance - Baidu Group-SW (09888) saw a 2.7% increase, closing at HKD 140.9 with a turnover of HKD 3.238 billion, contributing 7.38 points to the Hang Seng Index [2] - Baidu announced a new stock buyback plan with a maximum amount of USD 5 billion, effective until December 31, 2028, and approved a dividend policy expected to be announced in 2026 [2] - Other blue-chip stocks included Haidilao (06862) up 4.03%, Lenovo Group (00992) up 3.67%, while Zijin Mining (02899) fell 4.76% and New Oriental-S (09901) dropped 3.13% [2] Sector Performance Consumer Sector - Large consumer stocks performed well, with Yum China rising over 11% post-earnings, and other consumer stocks like Mao Ge Ping (01318) up 5.29% and Haidilao (06862) up 4.03% [3] - Citigroup highlighted that the 2026 consumer recovery will rely on sustainable profit growth rather than short-term policy stimulus, naming several companies as industry favorites [3] Precious Metals - The precious metals sector saw a significant decline, with gold and silver prices dropping sharply, and major companies like China Aluminum (02600) and Jiangxi Copper (00358) also experiencing losses [4] - Guojin Securities indicated that the gold and silver markets are becoming increasingly volatile, influenced by various macroeconomic factors [4] Space Photovoltaics - The space photovoltaic concept saw a decline, with companies like Junda Co. (02865) dropping 12.35% as the technology is still in the early exploration phase [5] - The China Photovoltaic Industry Association stated that the technology is not yet ready for large-scale commercialization [5] Semiconductor Sector - Semiconductor stocks faced pressure, with companies like Zhaoyi Innovation (03986) down 4.47% following a significant drop in AMD shares, which fell 17.31% after disappointing guidance despite strong revenue growth [6] - The decline in AMD affected other major storage companies, leading to collective losses in the sector [6] Notable Company Updates - Yum China reported total revenue of USD 11.797 billion for 2025, a 4% increase, with a net profit of USD 929 million, reflecting a 2% growth [7] - MGM China (02282) reported a net revenue of approximately USD 4.462 billion for the year ending December 31, 2025, a 10.92% increase [8] - Tianqi Lithium (09696) saw a significant drop of 13.33% after announcing a placement of new H-shares and convertible bonds, raising a total of HKD 58.61 billion [9] - New City Development (01030) fell 13.17% after announcing a share placement at a discount to raise funds for future development and debt repayment [10]

Core Insights - Yum China reported a 9% year-over-year increase in total revenue for Q4 2025, reaching $2.8 billion, with system sales up 7% and same-store sales up 3% for the third consecutive quarter [1] - The company achieved a 25% increase in operating profit to $187 million, with a core operating profit growth of 23% [1] - The net addition of stores reached a record high in Q4, totaling 587, with 36% being franchise stores [1] Financial Performance - Total revenue for the full year 2025 increased by 4% to $11.8 billion, with system sales also up 4% excluding foreign currency effects [1] - Same-store sales for the year grew by 1%, with a total of 1,706 net new stores added, 31% of which were franchise stores [1] - As of the end of the year, the total number of stores reached 18,101 [1] Operational Highlights - Delivery sales grew by 34% year-over-year, accounting for 53% of restaurant revenue, up from 42% in the previous year [1] - KFC and Pizza Hut's combined membership exceeded 590 million, a 13% increase year-over-year, with active members reaching 265 million [2] - KFC's new coffee concept, KPRO, and the WOW store model have successfully expanded into previously uncovered areas, particularly in lower-tier cities [2][7] Strategic Outlook - The company aims to exceed 20,000 stores by 2026, with plans to reach over 30,000 by 2030, utilizing a combination of self-operated and franchised models [2][10] - The RGM 3.0 strategy will continue to drive innovation and efficiency [2] - The company is focusing on expanding its presence in lower-tier cities and strategic locations, with a significant increase in franchise store contributions [9][10]

本报告导读： 同店维持正增，肯德基 TA 企稳。 投资要点： | 财务摘要(百万美元) | 2024A | 2025A | 2026E | 2027E | 2028E | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | 营业总收入 | 11,303 | 11,797 | 12,666 | 13,412 | 14,137 | | (+/-)% | 3.0% | 4.4% | 7.4% | 5.9% | 5.4% | | 毛利润 | 2,331 | 2,561 | 3,085 | 3,424 | 3,786 | | 净利润（归母） | 911 | 929 | 1,005 | 1,062 | 1,143 | | (+/-)% | 10.2% | 2.0% | 8.2% | 5.7% | 7.6% | | PE | | 19.02 | 17.51 | 15.89 | 14.32 | | PB | | 3.16 | 3.29 | 2.94 | 2.64 | | 资料来源：Wind，国泰海通证券研究 | | | | | | 股票研究 /[Table_Date] 2026.02.05 同店销 ...

Core Viewpoint - Yum China Holdings, Inc. reported strong financial performance for Q4 and the full year of FY2025, driven by a dual strategy of innovation and efficiency, leading to steady revenue and profit growth [1] Financial Performance - Total revenue for FY2025 reached $11.8 billion, a 4% year-over-year increase - Operating profit margin improved by 60 basis points to 10.9%, marking the highest level since the company went public in the U.S. - Same-store sales grew for the third consecutive quarter, with same-store transaction volume increasing for the twelfth consecutive quarter [1] Shareholder Returns - The company plans to return $1.5 billion to shareholders in 2025 and another $1.5 billion in 2026 - Cash dividends per share increased by 21% to $0.29, with a stock buyback plan of approximately $460 million in the first half of 2026 [2] Store Expansion and Operational Efficiency - As of December 31, 2025, the total number of stores reached 18,101, with a net addition of 1,706 stores during the year, 31% of which were franchise stores - The company aims to exceed 20,000 stores by 2026 and over 30,000 by 2030 - KFC and Pizza Hut both exceeded expectations in store expansion and operational efficiency [3] Membership and Digitalization - The total number of members for KFC and Pizza Hut surpassed 590 million, a 13% year-over-year increase, enhancing brand influence and long-term value [4] Innovation and Product Development - The company focuses on product innovation, with KFC's new items contributing approximately one-third of total sales - Pizza Hut sold over 200 million pizzas in 2025, with the newly launched hand-tossed pizza becoming a bestseller [5] New Store Models - The WOW model for Pizza Hut simplifies menu structure and optimizes operations, allowing entry into previously uncovered markets - The "Twin Stars" model, where KFC and Pizza Hut co-locate, was piloted in 2025, with plans for further expansion [6] Future Outlook - Yum China is committed to a dual strategy of innovation and quality improvement, demonstrating resilience through industry cycles - The company will continue to deepen its strategic layout in the Chinese market, focusing on expanding in lower-tier cities and remote areas [7]

Core Viewpoint - Yum China continues to demonstrate synchronized growth in scale, same-store sales, and profitability, despite increasing pressure from delivery services and competition in the food delivery market [1][2]. Financial Performance - In Q4 2025, Yum China's system sales increased by 7% year-on-year, while same-store sales grew by 3%, marking the third consecutive quarter of positive growth [1]. - The company added 1,706 new stores in 2025, bringing the total to 18,101 stores across over 2,500 towns [1]. - The operating profit margin reached 10.9% for the year, an increase of 60 basis points year-on-year, achieving the highest level since the company's listing in the U.S. after excluding special items [1]. Delivery and Market Trends - Delivery sales grew by 25% year-on-year in 2025, accounting for 48% of restaurant revenue, up 9 percentage points from the previous year [2]. - In Q4, delivery sales for KFC and Pizza Hut reached 53% and 54%, respectively, indicating a consistent upward trend throughout the year [2]. Pricing Strategy - KFC raised delivery product prices by approximately 0.8 yuan starting January 26 to offset rising delivery costs associated with increased delivery sales [3]. - The CEO noted that the growth of delivery services is expected to continue into 2026, and larger brands benefit from the competitive landscape of delivery platform subsidies [3]. Operational Efficiency - Yum China is implementing operational efficiency measures, including product innovation and the use of AI tools to optimize staffing and inventory management [4]. - In Q4 2025, KFC and Pizza Hut's restaurant profit margins increased by 70 and 60 basis points, respectively, due to these efficiency initiatives [4]. Expansion Strategy - The "Shoulder-to-Shoulder" model has proven effective in enhancing store efficiency and growth, with KFC's sub-brand K-Coffee expanding from 700 to 2,200 stores in 2025 [5]. - KPRO (KFC's healthy food brand) surpassed 200 stores and contributed double-digit sales growth to parent stores [7]. - Yum China plans to double KPRO's store count to over 400 in 2026, focusing on high-tier cities [8]. Future Goals - Yum China aims to reach a total of 30,000 stores by 2030, expanding its presence from approximately 2,500 cities to 4,500 [11]. - The company is adjusting its expansion strategy by increasing the proportion of franchise stores, which rose from 25% to 36% of new store openings in 2025, with plans to reach 40%-50% in 2026 [13]. - The company is confident in achieving its goal of 20,000 stores by 2026, with total capital expenditures expected to remain between $600 million and $700 million [18].