Wendy's Stock Pulls Back Friday After Activist Spark

Here's what investors need to know.Wendy’s shares are retreating from recent levels. Why are WEN shares down?Guidance Shock Sinks Shares To Multi-Year LowsOn Tuesday, Wendy’s slid to a new 52-week trough as investors digested soft 2026 guidance, double-digit U.S. same-restaurant sales declines and shrinking company-operated margins.Management projected 2026 adjusted EPS of 56 to 60 cents, well below the 86-cent Street consensus, and roughly flat global sales, prompting multiple price target cuts and highlig ...