Yum!(US:YUM) Mei Ri Jing Ji Xin Wen·2025-12-21 13:49Core Viewpoint - Recent consumer complaints have emerged regarding the quality of steaks served at Pizza Hut, with significant discrepancies noted between the actual product and its menu representation, raising questions about the meat's authenticity and composition [1][3]. Group 1: Product Quality and Consumer Reactions - Investigations revealed that the steaks served at Pizza Hut are "processed steaks" rather than "original cut steaks," with the former containing various additives and lower protein content [5][7]. - Consumers expressed anger over the misleading marketing, emphasizing that the quality of the steaks was a key selling point for the brand, and called for clearer labeling of the product type [7][11]. - The market regulatory authority confirmed that the steaks served were indeed processed, containing ingredients such as soy protein and multiple food additives [3][5]. Group 2: Company Background and Market Position - Pizza Hut, a pioneer in introducing Western-style dining in China, has expanded to over 3,400 restaurants across more than 700 cities since its inception in 1990 [13]. - Recent strategic reviews by Yum China, the parent company, have led to speculation about the future of Pizza Hut in the Chinese market, although it was clarified that operations would remain unaffected in the short term [13]. - Financial results for Q3 2025 indicated a 3.25% year-over-year revenue increase for Pizza Hut, with system sales up by 4%, despite a decline in average transaction value [14].