Wendy's revamped its value menu offering, joining rivals who have been boosting their affordable bundles and promotions to drive traffic among budget-conscious consumers.  The fast-food chain said its refreshed value menu, dubbed "Biggie Deals," introduces new customization options across three price points: $4, $6 and $8. Customers can choose from the $4 Biggie Bites, $6 Biggie Bag and $8 Biggie Bundle at participating locations nationwide.Wendy’s has introduced similar value meal deals in the past, making ...

Just over two weeks into the new year, multiple fast-food and fast-casual chain restaurants across the United States have announced plans to downsize, with some stating they intend to focus resources on their stronger-performing stores. Among the restaurants that have announced closures are Noodles & Company, Red Robin and Wendy’s. Noodles & Company, in a Jan. 12 news release, confirmed it closed 33 company-owned restaurants and nine franchise restaurants in 2025. In the coming year, there will likely be ...

Investor Contact: Aaron Broholm Head of Investor Relations (614) 764-3345; [email protected] ®®®® About Wendy's The Wendy's Company (Nasdaq: WEN) and Wendy's franchisees employ hundreds of thousands of people across more than 7,000 restaurants worldwide. Founded in 1969, Wendy's is committed to the promise of Fresh Famous Food, Made Right, For You, delivered to customers through its craveable menu including made-to- order square hamburgers using fresh beef*, and fan favorites like the Spicy Chicken Sandwich ...

Refreshed value menu now features new ways to customize Biggie Deals, giving consumers more choices to satisfy their cravings Continue Reading Wendy's Launches New Biggie Deals Value Menu Wendy's commitment to value runs deep in its brand history. It started back in 1989 when Wendy's became the first QSR to introduce the value menu concept. After nearly 40 years of listening to fans, along with the launch of the iconic Biggie Bag in 2019, the new Biggie Deals value menu doubles down on quality and choice by ...

2026 is here, and in my view, it will be a volatile year in the stock market. This is not a year for passive investment but for active portfolio management. I continue to hold onto the macro view that stocks will end the yearWith combined experience of covering technology companies on Wall Street and working in Silicon Valley, and serving as an outside adviser to several seed-round startups, Gary Alexander has exposure to many of the themes shaping the industry today. He has been a regular contributor on Se ...

Core Viewpoint - The Wendy's Company (NASDAQ:WEN) is facing increased analyst caution due to cost and margin pressures, leading to reduced price targets from multiple firms [2][4]. Group 1: Analyst Ratings and Price Targets - RBC Capital lowered its price target for Wendy's from $9.00 to $8.50 while maintaining a "Sector Perform" rating, citing understated G&A expense assumptions [2]. - Goldman Sachs reduced its price target from $9 to $8 and reiterated a "Sell" rating, reflecting concerns over weak U.S. system economics and declining average unit volumes [4]. - JPMorgan also downgraded its price target from $12 to $9 and changed its rating to "Neutral," indicating caution due to elevated capital requirements [4]. Group 2: Financial Projections and Risks - RBC Capital projects that fiscal 2026 G&A expenses could rise to $285-290 million, significantly above the Street estimate of $264.6 million [2]. - The firm anticipates a potential decline in restaurant-level margins (RLMs) from 13.5% to 12.7%, which could create a 3.5% headwind for EPS [3]. - RBC Capital has lowered its EPS forecast for 2026 by 13.0% to $0.68 and for 2027 by 11.8% to $0.79 due to these pressures [3]. Group 3: Company Overview - The Wendy's Company operates over 7,000 restaurants globally, focusing on burgers, chicken, and quick-service dining [5].

分组1 - The Wendy's Company (WEN) previously received a sell rating due to declining major operating metrics and an ineffective breakfast strategy [1] - New data suggests potential improvements in WEN's performance, indicating a possible shift in the company's operational outlook [1] 分组2 - The author emphasizes a diverse investment approach, incorporating fundamental, technical, and momentum investing strategies to enhance the investment process [1]

分组1 - Wendy's stock experienced a significant decline of approximately 49% in 2025, following a steady decrease over the previous years, despite offering a dividend yield of 6.76% [1][8] - Consumers began to tighten their budgets in 2025, leading to increased home cooking and a shift towards grocery shopping, which benefits Walmart as it derives most of its sales from groceries [2][4] - Walmart's economies of scale allow it to offer a wide range of products and services, making it difficult for local competitors to match its pricing and logistics capabilities [4][5] 分组2 - Walmart's ability to charge low prices for groceries while maintaining profitability is enhanced by its diverse product categories, which encourage customers to make larger purchases [5][6] - The shift in consumer behavior towards grocery shopping over fast food is evident, as people are less likely to visit fast food restaurants like Wendy's when they are not hungry [6][8] - Digital advertising is emerging as a significant avenue for Walmart to enhance profit margins, similar to Amazon's expansion strategy [9]

Core Viewpoint - Jollibee Foods Corp. plans to separate its international business and list it in the U.S. by late 2027, establishing a new entity called Jollibee Foods Corporation International (JFCI) to manage its overseas operations [1][2]. Group 1: Business Structure and Strategy - The spinoff aims to sharpen strategic focus for both the international and domestic operations, aligning them with their respective growth objectives [3]. - Shareholders will receive JFCI shares proportional to their current Jollibee holdings, allowing them to choose between holding or selling shares in either company [3]. Group 2: Market Position and Financial Performance - Jollibee operates 19 brands with over 10,000 restaurants and cafés across 33 countries, competing with major fast-food chains like McDonald's and Wendy's [4]. - The company has a market capitalization exceeding $3.6 billion and reported $3.79 billion in revenue for the first nine months of 2025, reflecting a 14% year-over-year increase [4]. Group 3: Market Trends - The decision to list its international business in the U.S. aligns with a broader trend of companies seeking access to U.S. capital markets amid a recovery in IPO markets [5].

Federal Services - Non-essential federal offices, including Social Security Administration field offices and passport agencies, will be closed on New Year's Day [2] - IRS services will also be unavailable, requiring individuals to wait until the following day for assistance [2] Financial Markets - Major U.S. exchanges, including the New York Stock Exchange and Nasdaq, will be closed for trading on New Year's Day, with operations resuming on January 2 [3][6] Mail and Delivery Services - The U.S. Postal Service will not operate on New Year's Day, with only Priority Mail Express deliveries being made [4] - FedEx and UPS will also pause operations, with limited services available for urgent shipments [5] Banking Sector - Most major banks, including Bank of America and Wells Fargo, will be closed for the holiday, although mobile banking and ATMs will remain accessible [7] Retail and Grocery - Major retailers like Walmart and Target will operate on New Year's Day, while grocery stores show a mixed picture with some chains open and others closed [8][9] - Discount grocers such as Aldi and Trader Joe's will remain closed, while convenience stores and pharmacies like CVS and Walgreens will generally stay open [10] Restaurants - Fast-food chains, including McDonald's and Starbucks, will have many locations open, although hours may vary by franchisee [12]