Wendy's Balance Sheet Health
Finanzielle Gesundheit Kriterienprüfungen 1/6
Wendy's hat ein Gesamteigenkapital von $115.6M und eine Gesamtverschuldung von $2.8B, wodurch sich der Verschuldungsgrad auf 2383.9% beläuft. Die Gesamtaktiva und Gesamtpassiva betragen $4.9B bzw. $4.8B. Wendy's Das EBIT des Unternehmens beträgt $322.9M, so dass der Zinsdeckungsgrad 2.5 beträgt. Das Unternehmen verfügt über Barmittel und kurzfristige Anlagen in Höhe von $298.7M.
Wichtige Informationen
2,383.92%
Verhältnis von Schulden zu Eigenkapital
US$2.75b
Verschuldung
| Zinsdeckungsgrad | 2.5x |
| Bargeld | US$298.74m |
| Eigenkapital | US$115.55m |
| Gesamtverbindlichkeiten | US$4.81b |
| Gesamtvermögen | US$4.92b |
Jüngste Berichte zur Finanzlage
Analyseartikel • Apr 04
We Think Wendy's (NASDAQ:WEN) Is Taking Some Risk With Its Debt
David Iben put it well when he said, 'Volatility is not a risk we care about. What we care about is avoiding the...Analyseartikel • Dec 19
We Think Wendy's (NASDAQ:WEN) Is Taking Some Risk With Its Debt
Some say volatility, rather than debt, is the best way to think about risk as an investor, but Warren Buffett famously...Recent updates
Seeking Alpha • May 14
Wendy's: Nelson Peltz Wants Another Bite
Summary Wendy's faces weak U.S. traffic, margin compression, and underperformance versus peers despite new menu launches and value initiatives. Free cash flow and EBITDA are declining, but dividends remain well-covered; leverage is elevated at ~4.9x EBITDA, with refinancing risk looming post-2028. Trian's potential take-private bid could value WEN at $9.50–$11.90 per share (16–45% upside); standalone fair value is $8–$8.75. I rate WEN a 'Hold' given limited operational upside, but see embedded optionality from a possible Trian deal and a nearly 7% yield. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
Narrativ-Update • Apr 30
WEN: Refocused Marketing And Menu Execution Will Support Turnaround Potential
Wendy's analyst price target has been trimmed by about $0.17, reflecting analysts' updated assumptions for slightly softer revenue and profit margins, while they continue to factor in a relatively steady future P/E multiple around 19x. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research on Wendy's centers on how quickly the business can stabilize same store sales, improve unit economics, and execute a turnaround plan that justifies current valuation multiples.
Narrativ-Update • Apr 14
WEN: Weak Comps And Rebuild Risks Will Pressure 2026 Earnings
The analyst price target for Wendy's has been lowered modestly to reflect a reduced fair value estimate of about $5.00 per share. Analysts are factoring in softer revenue growth assumptions, slightly tighter profit margins, and a somewhat higher future P/E expectation, alongside concerns around unit economics, capital needs, and the pace of comparable sales improvement.
Narrativ-Update • Mar 31
WEN: Refocused Quality Messaging And Value Menu Will Drive Turnaround Potential
Analysts have trimmed Wendy's implied fair value to about $7.98 per share from roughly $9.90. This reflects lower price targets across the Street as they weigh weaker margins, mixed same store sales trends, capital needs and what many describe as a challenging turnaround and operating backdrop.Narrativ-Update • Mar 17
WEN: Project Fresh And Value Offers Will Support Turnaround Potential
Wendy's analyst price target has been cut as the fair value estimate moved from about $14.92 to $11.08. Analysts cited weaker profit expectations, pressured unit economics, and cautious views on comparable sales and 2026 guidance across recent research updates.Narrativ-Update • Mar 03
WEN: Weak Comps And Price War Will Keep 2026 Earnings Under Pressure
Our updated narrative on Wendy's reflects a lower fair value estimate of $5.05 per share, down from $6.00, as analysts trim price targets across the board into a $6 to $10 range on concerns around challenged comps, unit economics, capital needs, and a tougher quick service backdrop, even as some still see room for a longer term operational turnaround. Analyst Commentary Street research on Wendy's has turned more cautious, with a series of lower price targets clustering in a roughly US$6 to US$10 range and a mix of Neutral, Hold, Equal Weight, Market Perform and Underperform ratings.Narrativ-Update • Feb 17
WEN: Prolonged Price War Will Pressure Margins And Stall 2026 Earnings Turnaround
Narrative Update The analyst price target for Wendy's has been reduced to $6 from $7 as analysts factor in weaker profit margins, more cautious long term growth assumptions, and ongoing competitive pressure in quick service restaurants. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research around Wendy's has leaned cautious, with several bearish analysts cutting price targets and flagging execution and growth risks tied to the latest Q4 results and 2026 guidance.Narrativ-Update • Feb 03
WEN: Project Fresh And Value Menu Focus Will Support Future Performance
Narrative update The analyst price target for Wendy's has been reduced by about $0.35 to $9.90. Analysts are incorporating a softer outlook for revenue growth and margins, reflecting a more challenging quick service environment and differing views on the company's ability to maintain market share against larger burger chains.Narrativ-Update • Jan 19
WEN: Project Fresh And Value Offers Will Support Earnings Quality
Analysts have nudged their fair value estimate for Wendy's slightly lower to about $14.92 from about $15.05, reflecting a series of reduced price targets across the Street as they factor in a tougher quick service backdrop, expectations for a restaurant price war, and more cautious earnings assumptions. Analyst Commentary Across recent research, the tone around Wendy's has shifted more cautious as firms trim price targets into a tougher quick service backdrop and potential price competition.Narrativ-Update • Jan 05
WEN: Project Fresh Execution Will Support Earnings Quality In Tough Burger Competition
Analysts have trimmed their fair value estimate for Wendy's to about $15.05 from roughly $15.96, reflecting lower Street price targets in the $9 to $11 range as they balance choppy sales trends, a tougher competitive backdrop, and updated expectations for revenue growth, margins, and future P/E. Analyst Commentary Street research on Wendy's has tilted more cautious on price targets, but the tone is not uniformly negative.Narrativ-Update • Dec 20
WEN: Same Store Sales Slowdown Will Pressure Earnings And Leadership Confidence
We are lowering our Wendy's fair value estimate by $3 to $7 per share as analysts trim price targets in response to a tougher competitive backdrop, softer same store sales expectations, and execution concerns around strategy and leadership. Analyst Commentary Bearish analysts have broadly reset expectations for Wendy's, cutting price targets into the high single digits and low teens while emphasizing a tougher operating and competitive environment.Narrativ-Update • Dec 06
WEN Project Fresh And Menu Focus Will Drive Future Performance Improvement
The analyst price target for Wendy's has been modestly reduced from $10.38 to $10.25 per share, as analysts factor in a wave of Street target cuts tied to softer same store sales expectations, rising cost pressures, and a tougher competitive backdrop, despite pockets of operational outperformance. Analyst Commentary Street research remains broadly cautious on Wendy's, with most targets moving toward the single digit range as analysts recalibrate expectations for growth, margins, and competitive positioning.Narrativ-Update • Nov 21
WEN: Project Fresh And Cost Discipline Will Drive Improved Performance Ahead
Wendy's analyst price target was revised downward from approximately $11.13 to $10.38. Analysts cite softer industry conditions, choppy sales trends, and increased operational challenges as the reasons for the revision.Narrativ-Update • Nov 06
WEN: Favorable Cost Management Will Support Rebound as Consumer Trends Stabilize
Wendy's analyst price target has been revised downward to $11.13 from $11.36. Analysts cite a cautious sector outlook, slowing consumer demand, and ongoing challenges impacting near-term restaurant performance.Narrativ-Update • Oct 22
Analyst Commentary Highlights Cautious Outlook for Wendy's as Valuation and Price Targets Decline
Wendy's fair value estimate has been reduced from $11.86 to $11.36 per share, as analysts cite a series of recent price target cuts resulting from choppy sales trends, competitive pressures, and ongoing leadership and marketing concerns. Analyst Commentary Recent analyst assessments of Wendy's have highlighted both potential positives and ongoing challenges for the company.Narrativ-Update • Aug 11
Digital Platforms And International Deals Will Unlock Future Value
Wendy's fair value estimate was reduced from $13.38 to $12.38, primarily reflecting weaker revenue growth and modestly lower net profit margin expectations. What's in the News Lowered 2025 global systemwide sales growth guidance to (5.0)% to (3.0)% from prior range of (2.0)% to flat.Analyseartikel • Jul 14
The Return Trends At Wendy's (NASDAQ:WEN) Look Promising
What are the early trends we should look for to identify a stock that could multiply in value over the long term...Analyseartikel • May 21
Wendy's' (NASDAQ:WEN) Dividend Is Being Reduced To $0.14
The Wendy's Company ( NASDAQ:WEN ) is reducing its dividend to $0.14 on the 16th of Junewhich is 44% less than last...Analyseartikel • May 05
The Wendy's Company Just Missed EPS By 6.4%: Here's What Analysts Think Will Happen Next
The first-quarter results for The Wendy's Company ( NASDAQ:WEN ) were released last week, making it a good time to...Seeking Alpha • Apr 28
Wendy's: A Work-In-Progress
Summary Wendy’s posted solid Q4 results, with U.S. same-restaurant sales growing 4.1%, outperforming McDonald’s and Burger King in a tough market. The company’s strategic focus on digital innovation, breakfast expansion, and store optimization is showing early signs of success. Shares look cheap on valuation, trading at 12.7x forward earnings and just 7x price-to-cash-flow — a steep discount to major QSR peers. Competitive pressures, slowing U.S. momentum, and a skeptical market suggest Wendy’s still has more to prove before it becomes a must-own stock again. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaSeeking Alpha • Apr 22
Wendy's: Not Quite Appetizing Enough To Buy But Worth Keeping An Eye On
Summary Economic uncertainty and inflation may drive consumers to value-oriented industries like fast food, potentially benefiting chains like Wendy’s. Wendy’s has shown resilience with strong same-store sales growth and ambitious international expansion plans, but high debt and flat EPS growth are concerns. Wendy’s stock is currently a hold, but could become a buy if share prices drop or the company demonstrates improved growth. Despite economic turbulence, Wendy’s could serve as a safe haven due to its value offerings and local sourcing of ingredients. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaAnalyseartikel • Apr 21
The Wendy's Company (NASDAQ:WEN) Doing What It Can To Lift Shares
The Wendy's Company's ( NASDAQ:WEN ) price-to-earnings (or "P/E") ratio of 12.8x might make it look like a buy right...Analyseartikel • Apr 04
We Think Wendy's (NASDAQ:WEN) Is Taking Some Risk With Its Debt
David Iben put it well when he said, 'Volatility is not a risk we care about. What we care about is avoiding the...Analyseartikel • Mar 18
Wendy's (NASDAQ:WEN) Is Looking To Continue Growing Its Returns On Capital
What are the early trends we should look for to identify a stock that could multiply in value over the long term...Seeking Alpha • Mar 07
Wendy's New Focus On Growth Is International
Summary Wendy’s has shifted focus towards international growth, planning to expand from 1,300 to 2,000 locations outside the US by 2028. The dividend was cut to a more sustainable 67¢ in 2025, with a payout ratio of 50%-60%, aiming for long-term value return. Despite lower 2025 guidance, Wendy’s aims for substantial growth, targeting $650-$700 million adjusted EBITDA and 8,300 units by 2028. Upgraded from hold to buy due to realistic growth prospects, though caution is advised given fast food sector uncertainties. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaAnalyseartikel • Jan 17
Sentiment Still Eluding The Wendy's Company (NASDAQ:WEN)
When close to half the companies in the United States have price-to-earnings ratios (or "P/E's") above 19x, you may...Analyseartikel • Dec 19
We Think Wendy's (NASDAQ:WEN) Is Taking Some Risk With Its Debt
Some say volatility, rather than debt, is the best way to think about risk as an investor, but Warren Buffett famously...Analyseartikel • Dec 04
Wendy's (NASDAQ:WEN) Might Have The Makings Of A Multi-Bagger
There are a few key trends to look for if we want to identify the next multi-bagger. Firstly, we'll want to see a...Seeking Alpha • Nov 27
Fast-Food Chain Wendy's Outlook For Investors Is Bleak
Summary Continued deep-discounted value meal deals by competitors could have a negative impact on Wendy's. Massive stock repurchases and high dividend have had a negative impact on the company's balance sheet. RFK Jr. as head of the Health and Human Services Department could negatively impact the restaurant and food industry. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaAnalyseartikel • Nov 19
Wendy's (NASDAQ:WEN) Is Due To Pay A Dividend Of $0.25
The board of The Wendy's Company ( NASDAQ:WEN ) has announced that it will pay a dividend of $0.25 per share on the...Seeking Alpha • Nov 04
Wendy's: Unit Pruning Doesn't Tickle '70/30 Expansion'
Summary Q3 Performance Under Pressure: Wendy's Biggie Bag faced stiff competition from promotions like McDonald's $5 Meal Deal, impacting traffic but aligning with Wendy's long-term focus on value. Breakfast Growth Amidst Industry Decline: Wendy's breakfast segment continued to expand, contrasting with industry-wide breakfast traffic declines, giving it a key edge over other restaurants. Strategic Closures and Net Unit Growth: Wendy's plans to close 140 U.S. locations with low AUVs but will still see net unit growth of 2% for FY 2024. Valuation and Upside Potential: With a target price of around $25, Wendy's appears undervalued compared to peers based on P/E and EV/EBITDA metrics, reinforcing a 'Buy' recommendation. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaAnalyseartikel • Nov 03
Wendy's (NASDAQ:WEN) Is Paying Out A Dividend Of $0.25
The Wendy's Company ( NASDAQ:WEN ) will pay a dividend of $0.25 on the 16th of December. This means the annual payment...Analyse der Finanzlage
Kurzfristige Verbindlichkeiten: WENDie kurzfristigen Aktiva des Unternehmens ($652.3M) übersteigen seine kurzfristigen Passiva ($356.2M).
Langfristige Verbindlichkeiten: WENDie kurzfristigen Vermögenswerte des Unternehmens ($652.3M) decken seine langfristigen Verbindlichkeiten ($4.5B) nicht.
Geschichte und Analyse des Verhältnisses von Schulden zu Eigenkapital
Verschuldungsgrad: WENDie Nettoverschuldung im Verhältnis zum Eigenkapital (2125.4%) wird als hoch angesehen.
Schulden abbauen: WENDas Verhältnis von Schulden zu Eigenkapital ist in den letzten 5 Jahren von 428.2% auf 2383.9% gestiegen.
Schuldendeckung: WENDie Schulden des Unternehmens sind nicht ausreichend durch den operativen Cashflow (11.6%) gedeckt.
Zinsdeckung: WENDie Zinszahlungen für die Schulden des Unternehmens sind durch das EBIT (2.5x Deckung) nicht gut gedeckt.
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Unternehmensanalyse und Finanzdaten Status
| Daten | Zuletzt aktualisiert (UTC-Zeit) |
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| Unternehmensanalyse | 2026/05/20 20:26 |
| Aktienkurs zum Tagesende | 2026/05/20 00:00 |
| Gewinne | 2026/03/29 |
| Jährliche Einnahmen | 2025/12/28 |
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| Eigentümerschaft | 10 Jahre |
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| Verwaltung | 10 Jahre |
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| Wichtige Entwicklungen | 10 Jahre |
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Analysten-Quellen
The Wendy's Company wird von 48 Analysten beobachtet. 21 dieser Analysten hat die Umsatz- oder Gewinnschätzungen übermittelt, die als Grundlage für unseren Bericht dienen. Die von den Analysten übermittelten Daten werden im Laufe des Tages aktualisiert.
| Analyst | Einrichtung |
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| John Staszak | Argus Research Company |
| Jeffrey Bernstein | Barclays |
| Jeffrey Bernstein | Barclays |