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Yum China Holdings (NYSE: YUMC and HKEX: 9987) has announced that its Board of Directors will consider declaring and paying a quarterly dividend. The decision is expected to be made on or around April 30, 2025 (Beijing/Hong Kong Time).

This announcement comes in compliance with the Hong Kong Stock Exchange (HKEX) rules, which require advance notice of board meetings where dividend declarations are to be discussed. The company emphasizes that no Board resolution regarding the dividend has been adopted yet, and there is no guarantee that it will be declared.

If approved, the dividend declaration will be promptly disclosed by the company through its Investor Relations website and HKEX filings.

Yum China Holdings (NYSE: YUMC and HKEX: 9987) has scheduled to release its unaudited financial results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2025. The announcement will be made before the U.S. market opens on Wednesday, April 30, 2025, following the Hong Kong Stock Exchange trading hours on the same day.

The company will host an earnings conference call at 7:00 a.m. U.S. Eastern Time (7:00 p.m. Beijing/Hong Kong Time) on April 30, 2025. A live webcast will be available, and participants can register in advance for the conference call to receive dial-in numbers and a unique access PIN. The webcast replay will be accessible for one year, until April 29, 2026.

Yum China (NYSE: YUMC) has released its 2024 Sustainability Report, highlighting significant progress in three key areas: People, Environment, and Food. The company demonstrated strong commitment to its 'People First' philosophy by awarding Restricted Stock Units to over 14,700 Restaurant General Managers and providing educational sponsorships to 6,800 employees.

In environmental initiatives, Yum China achieved a 370% year-over-year increase in renewable energy usage and an 8% reduction in per-restaurant carbon footprint. The company's DPV & VPPA Alliance collectively achieved 270,000 MWh of renewable energy usage in 2024.

Notable sustainability achievements include recycling 2,000 tons of coffee grounds from 8,700 restaurants and introducing healthier menu options. The company's 'One Yuan Donation' program has raised over RMB 270 million, providing 58 million nutritious meals for children in underdeveloped regions. Yum China maintained its industry leadership, ranking first in S&P Global's Corporate Sustainability Assessment and achieving the highest 'AA' rating in MSCI ESG evaluation.

Yum China Holdings (NYSE: YUMC, HKEX: 9987) has appointed Adrian Ding as Chief Financial Officer, effective March 6, 2025. Ding, who has been serving as Acting CFO since October 2024, joined the company in March 2019 as VP of Corporate Finance and served as Chief Investment Officer from February 2020 to March 2025.

During his tenure, Ding has led multiple strategic initiatives, including KFC joint venture acquisitions and investments in supply chain and technology. He also played a important role in Yum China's Hong Kong Stock Exchange listing and served as General Manager of the company's Lavazza joint venture from March 2022 to December 2024.

Prior to Yum China, Ding worked at Alibaba Group, and held investment banking positions at UBS AG, Morgan Stanley, and Citigroup. He holds an MBA from Columbia Business School and a Bachelor's degree in Quantitative Finance from Hong Kong University of Science and Technology.

Yum China (YUMC) reported strong Q4 2024 results with notable improvements in key metrics. Total system sales grew 4% year-over-year, with total revenues reaching a record Q4 high of $2.6 billion. Operating profit increased 36% to $151 million, with operating margin expanding 140 basis points to 5.8%.

For full-year 2024, the company achieved record results with total revenues of $11.3 billion and opened 1,751 net new stores, bringing the total store count to 16,395. Digital sales reached $9.6 billion, accounting for approximately 90% of total Company sales. The company returned $1.5 billion to shareholders through dividends and share repurchases.

Looking ahead, Yum China announced a 50% increase in cash dividend and plans to return $3 billion to shareholders from 2025 through 2026. The company targets 1,600-1,800 net new stores and capital expenditures of $700-800 million for fiscal 2025.

Yum China Holdings (NYSE: YUMC, HKEX: 9987) has announced that its Board of Directors will consider declaring and paying a quarterly dividend. The Board's decision is expected to be made on or around February 6, 2025 (Beijing/Hong Kong Time). This announcement is made in compliance with Hong Kong Stock Exchange (HKEX) listing rules, which require advance notice of board meetings where dividend declarations are to be considered.

The company emphasizes that no Board resolution regarding the dividend has been adopted yet, and there is no guarantee that the dividend will be declared. If approved, the decision will be promptly disclosed by the company through its investor relations website and HKEX filings.

Yum China (NYSE: YUMC) has achieved its seventh consecutive recognition as a '2025 China Top Employer,' ranking second overall among 156 companies and first in the restaurant industry. This recognition highlights the company's commitment to its 'People First' philosophy.

The company has implemented several innovative initiatives, including AI-powered solutions for operations management and the launch of its 'Comprehensive Talent Development' program in 2024. Notable developments include an AIGC-enabled 'MyService' for HR support and a metaverse space for management trainee recruitment, particularly appealing to Gen Z candidates.

Yum China plans to enhance its 'YUMC Care' benefits program in 2025, expanding medical coverage for over 10,000 frontline restaurant managers and broadening its mutual aid fund. The company recently hosted its annual RGM Convention in Hong Kong, attended by more than 11,000 Restaurant General Managers, demonstrating its commitment to the 'RGM No.1' principle.

Yum China Holdings (NYSE: YUMC, HKEX: 9987) has announced it will release its unaudited financial results for the fourth quarter and fiscal year 2024 on Thursday, February 6, 2025. The results will be published before the U.S. market opens and after Hong Kong Stock Exchange trading hours.

The company will host an earnings conference call at 7:00 a.m. U.S. Eastern Time (8:00 p.m. Beijing/Hong Kong Time) on the same day. Interested parties can access the call through a live webcast or join by phone after pre-registration. The webcast replay will be available for one year until February 5, 2026, and presentation slides will be accessible on the company's Investor Relations website.

Yum China (NYSE: YUMC; HKEX: 9987) has maintained its leadership position in the Restaurant & Leisure Facilities Industry on the Dow Jones Sustainability Index for the fifth consecutive year. The company achieved the top global ranking in the S&P Global 2024 Corporate Sustainability Assessment, marking significant improvements with a 5-point increase in its overall score compared to the previous year.

Notable achievements include ranking in the top 1% in 15 out of 24 CSA evaluation criteria, with exceptional performance in Supply Chain Management, Human Capital Management, and Customer Relations. Yum China remains the only mainland Chinese company in the consumer services industry included in the DJSI World Index.

The company maintained its AA rating in MSCI ESG ratings for the third consecutive year, being the only restaurant company worldwide with this distinction. In 2024, Yum China implemented key sustainability initiatives, including increased renewable energy usage, supplier engagement, packaging improvements, and establishing a nationwide coffee ground recycling network. These efforts were recognized with a Gold Award at the 2024 International Packaging Innovation Forum.