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The Wendy's Company operates, develops, and franchises Wendy's quick-service restaurants serving hamburgers, chicken sandwiches, nuggets, fries, Frosty desserts, beverages, breakfast items, and kids' meals. News for WEN commonly covers systemwide sales, company-operated restaurant sales, franchise royalties and fees, advertising fund activity, restaurant development, and performance across Wendy's U.S., Wendy's International, and Global Real Estate & Development.
Company updates also feature menu launches and limited-time items such as Frosty variations, Spicy Chicken Sandwich upgrades, seasonal beverages, and promotional partnerships tied to the Wendy's app and national brand campaigns. Corporate news includes earnings releases, outlook commentary, franchise agreements, operational initiatives, and governance or leadership updates.
The Wendy's Company (Nasdaq: WEN) reported second quarter 2026 revenue of $570.6 million, up 1.7% year over year, with global systemwide sales of approximately $3.4 billion, down 6.5% on constant currency as U.S. sales fell 8.2% and international grew 3.4%.
U.S. same-restaurant sales declined 7.0% and international declined 2.3%. Net income was $32.6 million (down 40.8%), adjusted EBITDA $124.1 million (down 15.4%), reported EPS $0.17 and adjusted EPS $0.18. U.S. company-operated restaurant margin fell to 13.8%, 240 bps lower.
Year-to-date, cash from operations rose to $160.0 million and free cash flow to $120.3 million. New leadership is formulating a comprehensive turnaround plan. Wendy's withdrew its 2026 outlook and cut its annualized dividend to $0.28 per share, declaring a quarterly dividend of $0.07 payable September 15, 2026.
Wendy's (Nasdaq: WEN) is launching a limited-time fall menu in U.S. restaurants starting August 3, 2026. The fan-voted Pretzel Bacon Pub Cheeseburger returns nationwide, joined by a new Pretzel Bacon Pub Chicken Sandwich, Bacon Pub Fries, and an all-new Apple Crumble Frosty Fusion dessert.
Wendy's (NASDAQ: WEN) is launching a Sonic the Hedgehog-themed Kids' Meal promotion in the U.S. starting July 20, 2026, celebrating Sonic's 35th anniversary. Each Kids' Meal includes one of seven character card cases and five trading cards, with 35 cards available to collect through early September at participating U.S. locations and via the Wendy's app or Wendys.com, while supplies last.
Wendy's (NASDAQ: WEN) announced a limited-time $1 Frosty promotion featuring small Classic Chocolate or Vanilla Frosty treats. Wendy's Rewards members receive early access via a digital offer in the Wendy's app on July 19, 2026, coinciding with National Ice Cream Day.
From July 20 through August 23, 2026, customers can buy a $1 small Classic Frosty at participating U.S. Wendy's restaurants nationwide, including in-restaurant, drive-thru, app, and Wendys.com orders, with delivery specifically excluded from the offer.
The Wendy's Company (Nasdaq: WEN) will release its second quarter 2026 results before the market opens on Friday, August 7. Management will discuss results on a conference call at 8:30 a.m. ET, with a simultaneous webcast and replay available via the company's Investor Relations website.
The Wendy's Company (Nasdaq: WEN) appointed Steve Cirulis as Chief Financial Officer and Chief Strategy Officer, effective June 23, 2026. He will report to President and CEO Bob Wright and join the Senior Leadership Team.
Cirulis succeeds Ken Cook, CFO since 2024, who will serve in an advisory role through July to support a smooth transition. Cirulis previously held the same dual role at Potbelly Sandwich Works and has nearly 30 years of strategy and finance experience at brands including Panera Bread, McDonald's and Gap. Leadership credits Cook with helping establish the Project Fresh strategy as part of Wendy's turnaround efforts.
Wendy's (Nasdaq: WEN) launched a limited-time collaboration with Illumination's upcoming film Minions & Monsters, featuring themed meals, collectibles and beverages.
A Minions & Monsters Kids' Meal is available now, while an adult Minions & Monsters Meal with a new Banana Frosty Swirl and blind-box collectibles starts June 15, 2026.
Wendy's (Nasdaq: WEN) appointed Robert D. “Bob” Wright as President and Chief Executive Officer, effective May 21, 2026. He will also join the Board of Directors.
Wright previously held senior roles at Wendy's and led growth and digital expansion as CEO of Potbelly. CFO Ken Cook returns full-time to his role after serving as Interim CEO, and Project Fresh remains a strategic focus.
Wendy's (NASDAQ:WEN) is celebrating World Redhead Day on May 26, 2026, with a live Wendy look-alike contest at Seaport Square in New York City (19 Fulton St).
Adults 18+ are invited to dress as Wendy for a chance to win free Dave's Single hamburgers for a year. The event runs 3:30–5:30 PM ET with three contest rounds, live music, giveaways, photo ops and other surprises.
The Wendy's Company (Nasdaq:WEN) is celebrating World Redhead Day on May 26, 2026 with a live Wendy look-alike contest at Seaport Square in New York City.
Fans 18+ can compete for a grand prize of free Dave's Single hamburgers for a year, alongside music, giveaways, and photo ops.