Yum China Lifts Profit and Expands Network as Delivery and Membership Surge in 2025
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The latest announcement is out from Yum China Holdings ( (YUMC) ).
Yum China reported 4% year-on-year revenue growth to $11.8 billion in 2025, supported by 4% system sales growth and a 1% rise in same-store sales. The company expanded aggressively, adding 1,706 net new stores to reach 18,101 locations by year-end, and continued to deepen its customer base with total KFC and Pizza Hut membership surpassing 590 million and active members rising 13%.
Profitability improved, with operating profit up 11% and operating margin and restaurant margin each widening by 60 basis points, while diluted EPS climbed 8%. Yum China also ramped up its delivery-driven, digitally enabled model, with delivery accounting for 48% of sales after 25% growth, and returned $1.5 billion to shareholders through dividends and share buybacks, underscoring confidence in its cash generation and long-term growth trajectory.
More about Yum China Holdings
Yum China Holdings, Inc. operates quick-service and casual dining restaurants in China under leading brands such as KFC and Pizza Hut. The company focuses on the Chinese consumer market with a mix of company-operated and franchised stores, emphasizing digital engagement, delivery services, and a large membership ecosystem to drive recurring traffic and sales.
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