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YUM rides on KFC's international momentum, with strong first-quarter results powered by innovation, localization and rapid global expansion.

Yum Brands , which owns KFC and Pizza Hut, is in talks to facilitate a merger of its Indian franchisee partners Devyani International and Sapphire Foods , the Economic Times reported on Friday, citing sources.

Fried chicken has long been a favorite fast-food across a vast range of people. A recent discovery shows our affinity for crispy chicken may date back much further than we thought. Italian researchers from the Mediterranean Institute for Advanced Studies have uncovered materials from ancient Rome, revealing the civilization sold snacks akin to modern fast-food items. Instead of a fried chicken leg, findings show ancient Romans consumed deep-fried songbirds, which were likely sold as a type of quickly prepared street food. This surprising twist may explain why our love for chains like KFC run deep. Among popular fast-food options, fried chicken sits at the top of the list. This menu item has long been a staple of American cuisine, long before the invention of fast-food chains. It has its roots deep in Southern and African American culture (and, apparently, ancient Rome!). Everyone’s favorite comfort food is crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside. Here are the most celebrated fr

Yum! Brands' asset-light franchisor model offers predictable cash flows, but the current valuation is excessively high for its modest growth prospects. The company's elevated net debt levels (7.55x FCF) and low-interest coverage ratio pose significant risks if business performance or rates worsen. At nearly 30x free cash flow and a 1.91% dividend yield, YUM is priced for perfection, leaving little margin for error or downturns.

Despite being named for a European country, French fries are a beloved American fast-food item. A burger-and-a-coke just isn’t the same without a side of fries. But just as strongly as we know our love of French fries, we also know that all French fries are not created equal. An analysis of nationwide Yelp reviews was recently conducted by Seating Masters. After analyzing upwards of 40,000 reviews across 25 fast-food restaurants, they ranked the best and worst fries. Fans of McDonald’s might be surprised to see how low the iconic brand scored, with others like Bojangles and Chick-fil-A outcompeting them when it comes to the iconic snack. Each chain was given a score of up to five, with higher numbers representing better flavor, quality, and overall likability. The top 10 contenders contain a range of fry styles, from shoestring to waffle to classic. Meanwhile, the bottom 3 might surprise you. This slideshow explores Seating Master’s French fry rankings, from worst to best. Le

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NEW Spicy Hawaiian Lover's Pizza Headlines the Lineup, Each Pizza Just $12.99  PLANO, Texas , June 24, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Pizza Hut® is hooking pizza lovers up with more of what they love this summer with the launch of the Hut Lover's Pizzas ®  – a limited-time lineup of four over-the-top pizzas, each piled high with premium toppings priced at $12.99 for one large pizza. Pizza Hut is delivering more of what fans love: more toppings, more flavor, more good times – for less.

Fast food giant Yum! Brands (YUM) will have a new CEO later this year, when CFO Chris Turner will take over the top job from the retiring David Gibbs.

Yum! Brands named Chief Financial and Franchise Officer Chris Turner as its next CEO, effective October 1. He will replace David Gibbs, who announced his retirement earlier this year.