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News and press releases about Yum! Brands, Inc. (NYSE: YUM) highlight developments across its portfolio of KFC, Taco Bell, Pizza Hut and Habit Burger & Grill restaurants. The company and its subsidiaries regularly issue updates on menu promotions, seasonal offerings, marketing collaborations, financial results and corporate initiatives that affect the global system of over 62,000 restaurants in more than 155 countries and territories.
Recent announcements from Yum! Brands and its concepts include detailed campaigns from KFC and Pizza Hut, such as new value lineups, limited-time bundles and holiday-themed promotions. These releases describe how brands like KFC and Pizza Hut introduce offerings tied to occasions such as New Year’s Eve, the holiday season and the start of the year, often emphasizing comfort, value and themed packaging or merchandise. Taco Bell and Habit Burger & Grill are also covered in divisional performance updates and broader corporate communications.
Yum! Brands also publishes corporate news from its Louisville, Kentucky base, including quarterly earnings results, dividend declarations and strategic updates. For example, the company has reported third-quarter financial results, system sales trends by division and the initiation of a review of strategic options for the Pizza Hut brand. In addition, Yum! Brands has released a food trends report through its internal strategy agency, Collider Lab, describing cultural and consumer shifts in dining and how people use food experiences.
Investors and followers of YUM news can use this page to review company-issued information on promotions at KFC, Taco Bell, Pizza Hut and Habit Burger & Grill, as well as financial and governance disclosures from Yum! Brands, Inc. Bookmark this feed to access a consolidated view of brand-level campaigns, corporate strategy updates and other official communications related to the Yum! system.
Yum! Brands (NYSE: YUM) appointed Kathleen (Leeny) K. Oberg, former CFO and Executive Vice President, Development of Marriott International, to its Board of Directors, effective April 1, 2026.
According to the company, Oberg brings nearly three decades of global hospitality finance and development experience; leadership commentary highlights her record driving disciplined growth and operational performance.
KFC (NYSE:YUM) launched a Value Feast lineup on March 30, 2026, featuring three Box Feasts priced from $7 to $11 that bundle boneless items, fries and a medium drink.
The offering aims to deliver visible abundance and perceived value amid rising everyday costs, supported by a national campaign centered on the Box Feast reveal.
Pizza Hut (NYSE:YUM) launched a limited-time Space Jam™ x Triple Treat Box and new Hand Tossed crust for March Madness, available starting March 14, 2026, with pricing from $21.99. Fans who join Hut Rewards (promotion 3/15–4/7/2026) can access exclusive merch drops and win free pizza for a year.
The campaign includes digital games, in-person appearances at Final Four events (April 3–6), a $10 large three-topping introductory deal, and limited-edition Space Jam packaging while supplies last.
KFC (NYSE:YUM) launches a limited-time 20 Wings for $20 offer starting March 12, 2026, aimed at college basketball bracket-season gatherings. The promotion pairs value pricing (about 50% savings vs. $1.79-per-wing average) with the return of the cult-favorite Nashville Hot flavor across menu items.
The deal is available on KFC.com and the app for participating stores via KFC Rewards, limit one per transaction; taxes, tips and fees apply.
Pizza Hut (NYSE:YUM) launches Hut Crust, a national platform celebrating three iconic crusts and introducing a refreshed Hand-Tossed recipe—the first update in over a decade. To mark Pi Day, the brand offers a $10 large three-topping deal and is hiring a paid Hut Crust Connoisseur ($31,415.92 plus free pizza for a year).
Applications run March 11–25 via pizzahutcrust.com by posting an honest Hand-Tossed review on Instagram with specified hashtags. The campaign includes a national ad remake of “Hot Stuff.” Offer terms and exclusions apply.
KFC (NYSE:YUM) announced the limited return of the fan-favorite Twister and launched a new $20 Build a Bucket on Feb. 24, 2026 in Plano, Texas. The Twister returns as a substantial wrap in two builds: Classic and Bacon, with optional Zinger Sauce.
The $20 Build a Bucket includes a choice of 8 pieces on the bone or 8 Original Recipe tenders, 4 individual sides, 4 biscuits and 4 sauces (tenders only). Prices and participation may vary; offer while supplies last.
Pizza Hut (NYSE:YUM) partners with Backstreet Boys members Nick Carter and Howie Dorough to relaunch its seasonal Heart-Shaped Pizza for Valentine’s Day. The campaign features social spots inspired by “Shape of My Heart” and a limited-time offer: medium one-topping Heart-Shaped Pizzas starting at $11.99 through Feb. 22.
The promotion emphasizes shareable moments and limited availability; pricing, toppings, and participation may vary.
Yum! Brands (NYSE: YUM) reported strong Q4 and full‑year 2025 results with GAAP EPS of $1.91 in Q4 and full‑year GAAP EPS of $5.55. Core EPS excluding special items rose to $6.05 for 2025, and the Board increased the quarterly dividend by 6% to $0.75 per share.
System sales grew ~5% ex‑FX and ex‑53rd week, Taco Bell same‑store sales +7% and KFC added nearly 3,000 net gross new restaurants in 2025.
Yum! Brands (NYSE: YUM) will release fourth-quarter 2025 financial results on Wednesday, February 4, 2026 at 7:00 a.m. ET, followed by a conference call at 8:15 a.m. ET. The live webcast is available at https://investors.yum.com/events-and-presentations and the Q&A is limited to analysts. Playback is available from 10:00 a.m. ET on February 4, 2026 through February 11, 2026 (U.S. playback dial 929/458-6194, conference ID 981204). Investor contact: Matt Morris at 888/298-6986; media contact: Lori Eberenz at 502/874-8200. Yum! Brands operates a system of over 62,000 restaurants in more than 155 countries across KFC, Taco Bell, Pizza Hut and Habit Burger & Grill.
KFC (NYSE:YUM) launched Sundays by KFC, a nationwide weekly digital deals program rolling out app- and web-exclusive offers every Sunday to promote comfort-focused eating without guilt. Initial offers run through early February and include a $5 off 6-piece deal (Jan 18), a $15 12-piece bucket (Jan 25), a $30 8-piece + 8 tenders feast (Feb 1) and a 20 wings for $20 game‑day pack (available starting Feb 2; promoted for Feb 8). Offers are available at participating restaurants; pricing, participation and availability may vary.