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Wendy's stock price has decreased, resulting in a historically high dividend yield of 5.3%. The company has been investing in digital initiatives to drive revenue growth, such as mobile ordering and digital menu boards. However, there is a lack of impactful growth catalysts. WEN faces challenges in the fast food industry, including decreased sales volume and a high dividend payout ratio.

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The practice of “surge” or “dynamic” pricing is common in markets ranging from airlines to supermarkets — and U.S. regulators are concerned that the growing role of tech giants will further power this trend at the expense of the American consumer.

In an era where customer loyalty is as fleeting as the latest trend, artificial intelligence (AI) is emerging as a potential game-changer, empowering businesses to redefine engagement strategies and forge deeper, more enduring connections with their clientele.

A pilot program rolled out Thursday in Christiansburg, Va., has drones dropping off burgers, fries and a Frosty in “30 minutes or less,” DoorDash said in a press release.

Wendy's (WEN) focus on strategic pricing actions and product innovations bodes well. However, high labor costs are a concern.

In late February, Wendy's management team surprised both customers and investors with a clarification. The fast-food chain announced wrote to CNN that “Wendy's will not implement surge pricing, which is the practice of raising prices when demand is highest.

While Wendy's (WEN) is planning to begin new dynamic menu pricing in 2025, the company is pushing back against claims that the change constitutes surge pricing. In a recent earnings call, the new CEO announced plans to use AI to help with "flexibility" in its offerings, potentially lowering prices when foot traffic is slower at restaurants.

Wendy's new president and CEO, Kirk Tanner, started his first month by firing up the public during the quarterly earnings call about a plan to use dynamic pricing to help increase the company's margin opportunities. Many pundits have criticized the move since food is a non-discretionary category of spending and changing prices based on demand may unfairly disadvantage lower income families.