Yum! Brands Tops Q4 Estimates on Strong Taco Bell, KFC Performance; Digital Sales Near 60% Mix
Yum! Brands Inc. (NYSE: YUM) edged past Wall Street forecasts for its fourth quarter, fueled by robust same-store sales at Taco Bell and record KFC expansion. While revenue climbed 6% to $2.51 billion, the market reaction was muted as investors weigh the fast-food giant's growth trajectory against a challenging consumer environment.