Financial Performance - Yum China recorded revenue of 10.978 billion, a 14.7% increase from 827 million in 2023, up 87.1% from 1.106 billion, a 75.8% increase from 12.031 billion in 2023 from 7.106 billion in 2023, slightly down from 0.52 per ordinary share for 2023, up from 1.932 billion in 2023 from 589 million), driven by net new store contributions of 9%, same-store sales growth of 7% for KFC and 6% for Pizza Hut, and a low base effect from temporary store closures due to COVID-19 in 2022[194] - Operating profit increased by 76% or 86% (excluding foreign exchange impact of 46 million), mainly due to higher operating profit and increased interest income, partially offset by higher income tax expenses due to increased pre-tax profit[194] - System sales growth was 21% in 2023, compared to a decline of 5% in 2022, excluding foreign exchange impact[195] - Same-store sales growth was 7% in 2023, compared to a decline of 7% in 2022, excluding foreign exchange impact[195] - Operating profit reached 629 million in 2022[195] - Adjusted operating profit was 633 million in 2022[195] - Net profit was 442 million in 2022[195] - Adjusted net profit was 446 million in 2022[195] - Diluted earnings per share were 1.04 in 2022[195] - Total revenue increased by 15% to 9,569 million in 2022[197] - Net profit attributable to Yum China Holdings, Inc. rose by 87% to 442 million in 2022[197] - Restaurant profit grew by 32% to 1,611 million, compared to 842 million in 2023, up from 700 million and $850 million[199] Digital and Automation - Digital orders accounted for approximately 89% of the company's restaurant revenue in 2023[30] - Digital payments increased from 33% in 2016 to 99% of the company's restaurant revenue in 2023[31] - The combined membership programs of KFC and Pizza Hut had over 470 million members as of December 31, 2023, contributing to approximately 65% of system sales[32] - The company is leveraging digital and automation investments, such as the "i-kitchen" system and delivery robots, to enhance customer experience and operational efficiency[16] - The company plans to invest in end-to-end digitalization, automation, and AI, including generative AI for media creation, digital avatars, customer feedback analysis, and customer service[17] - The company established digital R&D centers in Shanghai, Nanjing, and Xi'an in 2021 to enhance internal digital capabilities[26] - The company invested heavily in building an efficient technological infrastructure to enhance restaurant operations, utilizing AI-driven systems like the "Operational Brain" for decision-making and real-time monitoring through smartwatches and smart glasses[35] Franchise and Ownership Structure - Approximately 86% of Yum China's restaurants are company-owned and operated as of December 31, 2023[5] - Approximately 14% of the company's restaurants were operated by franchisees as of December 31, 2023, with plans to increase franchise stores to 15%-20% of new openings annually from 2024 to 2026[13] - Approximately 14% of the company's restaurants were franchised as of December 31, 2023, with franchisees contributing revenue through upfront fees, ongoing royalties, and other transactions[19] - The company holds exclusive franchise rights for KFC and Pizza Hut in mainland China (excluding Hong Kong, Macau, and Taiwan) for 50 years starting from October 31, 2016, with an option to renew for an additional 50 years[60] - The company pays a franchise fee of 3% of the net system sales of the franchised brands to YUM[60] - The company owns registered trademarks for Little Sheep and Huang Ji Huang brands without paying franchise fees[61] Supply Chain and Logistics - The company operates 33 logistics centers, covering over 2,000 towns, with plans to expand to 45-50 centers in the next 3-5 years to cover over 5,000 towns[23] - The company collaborates with over 800 independent suppliers, primarily in China, and employs over 1,300 staff in its integrated supply chain management system[23] - The company utilizes a centralized procurement model to maintain quality control and achieve better pricing through bulk purchasing[23] - The company's food safety and quality control department conducts regular surprise inspections and microbial tests to ensure compliance with standards[25] - The company requires third-party delivery companies to sign and strictly enforce food safety and quality operation commitments[25] - The company's innovation center in Shanghai, spanning 27,000 square feet, supports menu innovation and new recipe development[27] Environmental and Sustainability Goals - The company aims to reduce Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 63% by 2035 compared to 2020 levels[79] - The company targets a 66.3% reduction in Scope 3 greenhouse gas emissions per ton of purchased goods by 2035 compared to 2020 levels[79] - By 2025, the company aims to reduce energy-related indirect greenhouse gas emissions per store by 20% compared to 2020 levels[79] - The company commits to sourcing 100% RSPO-certified palm oil and 100% FSC-certified paper packaging by 2025[80] - The company aims to reduce food waste by 10% per restaurant by 2030 compared to the 2020 baseline, utilizing AI/IoT technologies to improve sales forecasting and inventory management[81] - The company commits to making 100% of customer-facing plastic packaging recyclable and reducing non-degradable plastic packaging by 30% by 2025 compared to 2019 levels[82][84] - The company has partnered with the China Nutrition Society to promote healthy eating habits and has established the largest specialized research foundation in the field of health and nutrition in China[84] Risks and Challenges - The company faces significant risks related to operating in China, including legal, regulatory, and political uncertainties, which could adversely affect its business and stock value[36][37][38] - The company's reliance on dividends from its Chinese subsidiaries for offshore cash needs may be impacted by changes in Chinese laws or tax regulations[37] - Potential restrictions on foreign currency exchange and capital outflows in China could limit the company's ability to use cash balances effectively, including paying dividends[36] - The company's securities may face delisting from the New York Stock Exchange if the U.S. PCAOB is unable to inspect its Chinese auditor[36] - Changes in U.S.-China political, economic, and trade relations could significantly impact the company's operations and financial performance[36] - The company's operations in China are subject to environmental regulations, which could increase costs and harm its reputation[36] - The company's reliance on third-party platforms for mobile payments, internet infrastructure, and delivery services poses operational risks[95] - The company's growth strategy with Lavazza may not succeed, and the expected benefits from acquisitions may not materialize[95] - The company's use of GenAI technology and investments in innovation may not yield the expected returns[95] - The company's ability to expand and operate effectively in China is constrained by government regulations on currency exchange and capital controls[96] - The company's financial statements could be deemed non-compliant with U.S. securities laws due to issues with its Chinese auditor[96] - The company's stock performance may be impacted by differences between Hong Kong and U.S. capital markets, as well as anti-takeover provisions[97] - Food safety and foodborne illness issues may adversely affect the company's reputation and business, potentially leading to operational suspensions and reduced revenue[98] - The revised "Food Safety Law Implementation Regulations" in China, effective December 1, 2019, impose significant administrative and criminal penalties for violations, which could impact the company's operations and reputation[98] - Any major failure in the company's quality assurance system could significantly harm its business, reputation, and financial performance[99][100] - The company faces inherent risks of food contamination and liability claims, which could lead to negative publicity, reduced customer traffic, and penalties[100] - Past incidents, such as supplier-related issues in 2012 and 2014, severely impacted the company's sales and brand perception[100] - Health issues from virus or disease outbreaks, such as COVID-19, could disrupt operations, increase costs, and affect supply chains[101] - Government-mandated closures or restrictions during health crises could severely impact the company's operations in China[101] - Increased operational complexity and costs due to safety measures during outbreaks may affect the company's profitability[101] - Long-term economic impacts from pandemics in affected countries could further disrupt the company's operations[101] - COVID-19 pandemic severely impacted the company's financial performance and operations since Q1 2020, causing significant fluctuations[102] - The company must achieve sales growth targets for KFC, Pizza Hut, and Taco Bell brands under the master franchise agreement with YUM, with the first measurement period from 2017-2021 and the second from 2018-2022[102] - Pizza Hut failed to meet the sales growth target for the measurement period ending December 31, 2022, due to the severe impact of COVID-19, but YUM granted an exemption[103] - YUM has the right to terminate the master franchise agreement if the company fails to meet sales growth targets twice consecutively for any brand[103] - The company's business, operating results, and financial condition would be materially adversely affected if the master franchise agreement is terminated or restricted[104] - The company's success depends heavily on YUM's ability to build brand strength, conduct marketing campaigns, and innovate products[104] - The company relies on multiple domestic and international suppliers for restaurant operations, and shortages or disruptions in supply could increase costs or reduce revenue[105] - The company's centralized procurement model helps maintain quality control and achieve better pricing through bulk purchasing, but may lead to overstocking and delayed payments from franchisees, impacting business performance[106] - Raw material price fluctuations, such as the significant increase in poultry prices in China due to African swine fever in 2019, could adversely affect the company's profit margins[107] - The company aims to expand its store network in China to reach a milestone of 20,000 stores, but faces risks such as economic conditions, obtaining suitable locations, and potential sales cannibalization from new restaurants[107] - As of the end of 2023, the company leases over 12,500 properties in China for its restaurants, with approximately 6% of existing leases set to expire by the end of 2024[108] - Lease agreements typically have initial terms of 10 to 20 years, with rent payments based on fixed rates, a percentage of annual sales revenue, or a combination of both, which could increase operating costs[108] - The company faces risks related to lease renewals, including potential significant modifications to lease terms and conditions, which could lead to restaurant closures or relocations[109] - The competitive retail property market in China may result in competitors securing more favorable lease terms or priority access to prime locations, potentially impacting the company's growth strategy[110] - Labor shortages or increased labor costs may slow the company's development and adversely affect its business and operating performance[111] - The company experienced restaurant staff shortages in December 2022 due to widespread COVID-19 outbreaks after the relaxation of pandemic control measures[111] - The company's IT systems store personal, financial, and proprietary data of over 430,000 employees and franchisees, posing inherent risks of data breaches, cyberattacks, and unauthorized access[116] - Non-compliance with evolving cybersecurity and data privacy laws, such as China's Cybersecurity Law, Data Security Law, and Personal Information Protection Law, could result in significant costs, liabilities, fines, and reputational damage[116] - The company has established a dedicated team to implement internal data security policies and ensure compliance with Chinese cybersecurity regulations, with no formal notifications or investigations received as of the report date[116] - Compliance with data privacy and cybersecurity laws may require additional expenses to update IT systems and notify data owners of breaches, potentially leading to lawsuits, regulatory actions, and financial losses[118] - The company's operations heavily rely on IT systems for financial, supply chain, sales, and customer engagement functions, with system failures potentially causing customer loss, data theft, and operational disruptions[118] - Dependence on third-party IT providers and platforms increases the risk of system vulnerabilities, service interruptions, and security breaches, which could negatively impact the company's reputation and financial performance[118] - The company faces risks from cybersecurity breaches and attacks, which could lead to operational disruptions, financial losses, and reputational damage[114] - The company's success heavily depends on maintaining and enhancing the value and customer loyalty of its brands, including KFC, Pizza Hut, and Taco Bell[112] - The company's reputation could be harmed by governance failures or misconduct by senior officers, employees, or representatives[113] - Unauthorized access or misuse of customer or employee personal information could result in high costs, litigation, and reputational damage[115] - The company may face challenges in transferring increased labor costs to customers through higher product prices, potentially impacting its business and operating performance[111] - The company's operations are vulnerable to disruptions from natural disasters, hardware/software failures, and logistics partner issues, which could lead to revenue loss and reputational damage[183] - The company faces risks related to maintaining effective financial reporting controls and procedures, which could impact investor confidence and stock price[183] - The company's stock price may experience significant volatility due to factors such as operational performance, customer complaints, geopolitical instability, and regulatory changes[185] - Potential future sales of the company's shares in the public market could lead to a significant decline in stock price[185] - Shareholder dilution may occur due to equity incentives granted to employees and potential issuance of preferred shares with superior rights[186] - The company may become involved in litigation, which could result in significant monetary losses, increased expenses, and diversion of management attention[181] - Changes in accounting standards and management's subjective assumptions, estimates, and judgments could significantly impact the company's financial performance and condition[181] - The company's insurance policies may not provide adequate coverage for all claims related to its business operations[182] - The company's operations are vulnerable to fraud and other misconduct by employees, customers, or third parties, which could lead to financial losses and reputational damage[137] - The company's ability to attract, train, and retain talented employees, including key management, is crucial for its growth and success, with potential risks from high turnover or competition for talent[137] - The company's reliance on cash transactions in its daily operations increases the risk of fraud, theft, and other misconduct, which could negatively impact its business and operating performance[137] - The company's intellectual property rights, including trademarks and proprietary formulas, are critical to its brand value and competitive position,
百胜中国(09987) - 2023 - 年度财报