Yum China Holdings, Inc. Common Stock
YUMCYum China Holdings, Inc. operates as a holding company for various restaurant brands in China, including KFC, Pizza Hut, and Taco Bell. It manages the development and franchising of these brands, aiming to deliver quick service and quality dining experiences across the country. The company focuses on innovation and localized menu offerings to cater to the preferences of Chinese consumers.
Dividend History
| Pay Date | Amount | Ex-Date | Record Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| June 17, 2026 | $0.29 | 2026-05-27 | 2026-05-27 |
| March 25, 2026 | $0.29 | 2026-03-04 | 2026-03-04 |
| December 23, 2025 | $0.24 | 2025-12-02 | 2025-12-02 |
| September 23, 2025 | $0.24 | 2025-09-02 | 2025-09-02 |
| June 18, 2025 | $0.24 | 2025-05-28 | 2025-05-28 |
Dividends Summary
- Consistent Payer: Yum China Holdings, Inc. Common Stock has rewarded shareholders with 33 dividend payments over the past 9 years.
- Total Returned Value: Investors who held YUMC shares during this period received a total of $4.90 per share in dividend income.
- Latest Payout: The most recent dividend of $0.29/share was paid 31 days ago, on June 17, 2026.
- Yield & Schedule: YUMC currently pays dividends quarterly with an annual yield of 2.42%.
- Dividend Growth: Since 2017, the dividend payout has grown by 190.0%, from $0.10 to $0.29.
- Dividend Reliability: YUMC has maintained or increased its dividend for 33 consecutive payments.
Company News
Yum China Holdings agreed to acquire ownership of the Pizza Hut brand in Mainland China from Yum! Brands for $1.2 billion in cash. The deal, expected to close in Q3 2026, will eliminate licensing fee payments and provide greater strategic flexibility. Pizza Hut China generated $2.3 billion in revenue in 2025 with plans to expand to 6,000+ stores ...
Yum! Brands confirmed the sale of Pizza Hut to private equity firm LongRange Capital for approximately $1.5 billion, with Yum China Holdings acquiring mainland China operations for $1.2 billion. The total net proceeds are projected at $2.3 billion. The sale reflects Pizza Hut's persistent financial struggles and shift toward delivery and carryout...
Zhengxin Food, China's largest homegrown fried chicken chain, is reportedly planning a $300 million Hong Kong IPO despite significant contraction. The company's store count has plummeted 60% from 25,000 in 2021 to 9,545 currently, though management frames this as intentional 'rightsizing' and claims over 12,000 global stores including expansion p...
Yum China has been excluded from the second round of bidding for Jardine Restaurant Group, which operates KFC and Pizza Hut franchises in Hong Kong, Macao, Taiwan, Vietnam, and Myanmar. The group operates approximately 1,000 stores across these markets. Other bidders reportedly include private equity firm Carlyle and Taiwan-based Uni-President.
Yum China announced US$512 million in share repurchase agreements for the second half of 2026, commencing July 1st. This is part of the company's US$1.5 billion full-year capital return plan to shareholders, which includes approximately US$400 million in dividends and US$1.1 billion in share repurchases. Beginning in 2027, Yum China intends to re...
