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Yum Brands Inc. (NYSE: YUM), parent company of KFC, Pizza Hut, Taco Bell, and Habit Burger Grill, operates one of the world's largest restaurant networks through its franchise-first model. This page serves as the definitive source for YUM-related news, offering investors and industry observers timely updates on financial performance, strategic initiatives, and market developments.
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KFC U.S., a division of Yum! Brands (NYSE:YUM), has announced several key executive appointments to strengthen its leadership team, headlined by naming Melissa Cash as Chief Marketing Officer effective September 16, 2025. Cash, recognized by Ad Age as one of the Top 50 Women in Advertising, brings over 20 years of brand experience from companies like Wingstop and Wendy's.
The company has also appointed Francis "Rico" Arrastia as Chief Digital & Technology Officer, Tiffany Furman as Chief Growth Officer, and Sarah Crow as Chief Legal Officer. These appointments are part of KFC's strategic "Kentucky Fried Comeback Plan" aimed at strengthening brand relevance and driving growth under the leadership of President Catherine Tan-Gillespie.
YUM! Brands (NYSE: YUM), owner of KFC, Pizza Hut, and Taco Bell, has announced a significant securitization deal through its Taco Bell subsidiary. The company's special purpose entity, Taco Bell Funding, LLC, will issue $1.5 billion in senior secured notes in two tranches: $1 billion at 4.821% interest rate and $500 million at 5.049%.
The notes will be backed by Taco Bell's U.S. franchising assets, with quarterly interest payments and final maturity in August 2055. The anticipated repayment dates are set for August 2030 and August 2032 respectively. The proceeds will be used to refinance existing debt, cover transaction expenses, repay revolving credit facility borrowings, and potentially return capital to shareholders.
Yum! Brands (NYSE: YUM) announced significant leadership changes as incoming CEO Chris Turner prepares to take the helm on October 1, 2025. The company has made three key appointments: Sean Tresvant as Chief Consumer Officer and CEO of Taco Bell, Jim Dausch as Chief Digital and Technology Officer and President of Byte by Yum!, and Ranjith Roy as Chief Financial Officer.
Tresvant, who joined in 2022, has driven consistent same-store sales growth at Taco Bell. Dausch brings extensive experience from Under Armour and Marriott to lead digital transformation. Roy, who joined in 2024 as Chief Strategy Officer, will transition from his current role to CFO.
Additionally, Yum! Brands is creating a new Chief Scale Officer position to focus on leveraging the company's scale to enhance franchisee returns and restaurant profitability.
Yum! Brands (NYSE: YUM) has announced plans to refinance its Series 2016-1 Class A-2-III Notes under its securitization financing facility, which is backed by Taco Bell's U.S. franchise royalties. The company intends to issue $1.0 billion in new senior term notes to refinance the existing notes with an approximate balance of $938 million as of June 30, 2025.
The refinancing will not affect other outstanding notes in the facility, which include Series 2018-1 ($595M), Series 2021-1 Class A-2-I ($884M), A-2-II ($590M), and A-2-III ($737M). The new notes will be offered exclusively to qualified institutional buyers in the U.S. under Rule 144A and to international investors under Regulation S.
["Potential for improved financing terms through refinancing of existing debt", "Strategic management of debt structure through securitization of franchise royalties", "Maintenance of strong securitization financing facility with approximately $3.7B in total notes"]Yum! Brands (NYSE: YUM) announced the appointment of Chris Turner to its Board of Directors, effective October 1, 2025, coinciding with his previously announced succession as CEO. Turner, who has served as CFO since 2019 and added Chief Franchise Officer responsibilities in 2024, will succeed David Gibbs, who is retiring after 36 years with the company.
Gibbs will step down from the Board on October 1, 2025, but will continue as an executive advisor through 2026. Turner's current role encompasses finance, corporate strategy, supply chain, and franchise operations, positioning him for the upcoming CEO transition.
Yum! Brands (NYSE: YUM) has declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.71 per share of common stock. The dividend will be paid on September 12, 2025, to shareholders of record as of September 2, 2025.
The company operates over 61,000 restaurants across more than 155 countries through its brands KFC, Taco Bell, Pizza Hut, and Habit Burger & Grill. Yum! Brands has received notable recognition, including inclusion in the Dow Jones Sustainability Index North America and TIME magazine's list of Best Companies for Future Leaders. Additionally, its major brands ranked highly in Entrepreneur's Top Global Franchises 2024 list, with Taco Bell maintaining the top position in North America for the fifth consecutive year.
Pizza Hut (NYSE:YUM) has launched Crafted Flatzz, marking the largest simultaneous global menu launch in the company's history. This new personal pizza lineup will be available in over 20 countries through Fall 2025, featuring market-specific recipes like Nashville Hot Chicken (US), Pesto Veggie (UK), and Korean BBQ (Taiwan).
In the U.S., Crafted Flatzz are priced at $5 before 5 p.m. and feature five premium recipes on a hand-stretched crust. The launch follows the success of Pizza Hut's $2 Tuesday Personal Pan Pizza promotion and aims to provide an elevated personal pizza experience with abundant toppings and hand-crafted flavors.
KFC (NYSE:YUM) announced the nationwide return of two fan-favorite menu items starting August 18, 2025: Potato Wedges and Hot & Spicy Wings. The Potato Wedges, discontinued in 2020, are making a comeback after five years of customer demand, while the Hot & Spicy Wings return after a two-year hiatus.
The company is launching several promotional deals, including a $20 Wings & Wedges Fan Favorites Box, $3.99 KFC Chicken Sandwich, and a digital-exclusive offer of 20 Wings for $20 starting September 4. The return of these items is part of KFC's "Kentucky Fried Comeback" strategy to reinvigorate the brand and respond to customer feedback.
Yum! Brands (NYSE: YUM) reported strong Q2 2025 results with GAAP EPS of $1.33 and EPS excluding Special Items of $1.44, up 7% year-over-year. The company achieved worldwide system sales growth of 4%, led by Taco Bell at 6% and KFC at 5%.
Key highlights include record digital sales exceeding $9 billion with 57% digital mix, KFC International's 7% unit growth with 565 new locations, and Taco Bell's 4% same-store sales growth. The company added 871 gross new units globally, representing 3% unit growth.
Significant leadership changes include Chris Turner's appointment as CEO effective October 1, 2025, succeeding David Gibbs. Additionally, Taco Bell announced plans to expand its Live Más Café concept to 30 locations by end of 2025, targeting $5 billion in beverage sales by 2030.
Pizza Hut (NYSE:YUM) has launched "The After Pizza Cake" sweepstakes, featuring a unique 5-foot tall, three-tiered pizza wedding cake made from their new Hut Lover's Line. The promotion targets couples in Los Angeles, Atlanta, and New York City during the peak wedding season.
The company introduced the Hut Lover's Line in June, offering large pizzas at $12.99 with premium toppings, including Spicy Hawaiian Lover's, Meat Lover's, Pepperoni Lover's, and Veggie Lover's varieties. Additionally, Pizza Hut is running a separate sweepstakes offering a chance to win a trip to Hawaii, open to all U.S. residents regardless of wedding plans.
The initiative responds to wedding trends, with 90% of couples favoring late-night snacks at their receptions. The sweepstakes runs from July 30 to August 18, 2025.
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