(WEN) The Wendy’s - Ratings and Ratios

Exchange: NASDAQ • Country: United States • Currency: USD • Type: Common Stock • ISIN: US95058W1009

WEN: Hamburgers, Fries, Beverages, Sandwiches, Salads

The Wendy's Company is a multinational quick-service restaurant chain with a presence in the United States and international markets, operating through distinct segments including Wendy's U.S., Wendy's International, and Global Real Estate & Development. This structure allows the company to manage its domestic and foreign operations separately, while also overseeing its real estate assets. The core business involves operating, developing, and franchising a network of quick-service restaurants that specialize in hamburger sandwiches, a niche in which Wendy's has established a strong brand identity.

As a key aspect of its business model, The Wendy's Company owns and leases real estate properties, providing the company with control over its restaurant locations and the flexibility to optimize its portfolio. This approach enables Wendy's to strategically manage its physical assets, ensuring that its restaurants are situated in high-traffic areas and are well-maintained to provide a consistent customer experience. The company's history dates back to 1969, and it has undergone significant changes, including a name change from Wendy's/Arby's Group, Inc. to The Wendy's Company in July 2011, reflecting its focus on the Wendy's brand.

Headquartered in Dublin, Ohio, The Wendy's Company is listed on the NASDAQ stock exchange under the ticker symbol WEN, with its common stock classified under the GICS Sub Industry of Restaurants. The company's web presence is maintained at https://www.wendys.com, providing customers and investors with access to information about its menu, locations, and corporate activities. With an ISIN of US95058W1009, The Wendy's Company is a publicly traded entity that offers investors the opportunity to participate in the growth and development of a well-established brand in the quick-service restaurant industry.

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WEN Stock Overview

Market Cap in USD 3,296m
Sector Consumer Cyclical
Industry Restaurants
GiC Sub-Industry Restaurants
IPO / Inception 1992-03-17

WEN Stock Ratings

Growth 5y -30.1%
Fundamental 33.8%
Dividend 80.8%
Rel. Strength Industry -162
Analysts 3.33/5
Fair Price Momentum 13.76 USD
Fair Price DCF 35.65 USD

WEN Dividends

Dividend Yield 12m 7.06%
Yield on Cost 5y 5.33%
Annual Growth 5y 28.09%
Payout Consistency 91.4%

WEN Growth Ratios

Growth Correlation 3m -95.9%
Growth Correlation 12m -21.1%
Growth Correlation 5y -21.3%
CAGR 5y -5.45%
CAGR/Mean DD 5y -0.25
Sharpe Ratio 12m -0.97
Alpha -52.99
Beta 1.26
Volatility 23.95%
Current Volume 7022.4k
Average Volume 20d 4083k
What is the price of WEN stocks?
As of January 22, 2025, the stock is trading at USD 14.17 with a total of 7,022,400 shares traded.
Over the past week, the price has changed by -6.35%, over one month by -14.02%, over three months by -25.41% and over the past year by -20.92%.
Is The Wendy’s a good stock to buy?
Neither. Based on ValueRay Fundamental Analyses, The Wendy’s is currently (January 2025) neither a good nor a bad stock to buy. It has a ValueRay Fundamental Rating of 33.78 and therefor a neutral outlook according to the companies health.
Based on ValueRays Analyses, Dividends and Discounted-Cash-Flow, the Fair Value of WEN as of January 2025 is 13.76. This means that WEN is currently overvalued and has a potential downside of -2.89%.
Is WEN a buy, sell or hold?
The Wendy’s has received a consensus analysts rating of 3.33. Therefor, it is recommend to hold WEN.
  • Strong Buy: 5
  • Buy: 2
  • Hold: 21
  • Sell: 2
  • Strong Sell: 0
What are the forecast for WEN stock price target?
According to ValueRays Forecast Model, WEN The Wendy’s will be worth about 14.9 in January 2026. The stock is currently trading at 14.17. This means that the stock has a potential upside of +5.22%.
Issuer Forecast Upside
Wallstreet Target Price 20.5 44.6%
Analysts Target Price 20.5 44.6%
ValueRay Target Price 14.9 5.2%