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Yum China Holdings, Inc. (YUMC), listed on the NYSE, has a market capitalization of $16.72B. As of May 04, 2026, the stock is trading at $48.80 per share@else an unavailable price , offering investors a clear view of its current market value. Yum China Holdings, Inc. is a prominent player in the industry sector, attracting both institutional and retail investors due to its performance and potential.
With a P/E ratio of 18.79, investors can assess the stock's valuation in comparison to its earnings. A P/E ratio is a crucial indicator for value investors, showing whether the stock is over or undervalued relative to its current earnings. Yum China Holdings, Inc. also offers a dividend yield of 2.38%, making it an attractive option for income-focused investors who seek regular dividends.
Our Discounted Cash Flow (DCF) analysis reveals that Yum China Holdings, Inc. (YUMC) may be undervalued compared to its intrinsic worth. However, to see the exact DCF fair value, please Login or Upgrade for access.
The proprietary SS Score for Yum China Holdings, Inc. is a unique metric that analyzes the company's financial health and growth potential. The score takes into account critical factors such as revenue growth, net income, free cash flow (FCF) compound annual growth rate (CAGR), the trend of shares outstanding, and the debt-to-FCF ratio. This helps investors to make a more informed decision, as an undervalued stock might still have poor financial fundamentals.
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The Price to Free Cash Flow (P/FCF) ratio for Yum China Holdings, Inc. is 17.96, offering insights into how much investors are paying for the company's free cash flow. A lower P/FCF ratio typically suggests that the stock is undervalued, while a higher ratio may indicate overvaluation.
In summary, Yum China Holdings, Inc. (YUMC) has shown consistent financial performance, as illustrated by the financial charts above, which track its revenue growth, net income, free cash flow, and shares outstanding over the past several years. These metrics provide investors with key insights into the company's past and projected future performance. Investors should use the SS Score alongside the DCF Fair Value to make better-informed decisions about whether to buy or hold the stock.
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Whether Yum China Holdings, Inc. (YUMC) is a good stock to buy depends on various factors, including its financial health, market conditions, and your investment strategy. Our analysis indicates that the stock may be undervalued compared to its intrinsic value. However, it is important to assess the SS Score and review the company's fundamentals before making any investment decisions.
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Yum China Holdings, Inc. is a significant player in the industry sector, with a market capitalization of $16.72B and a competitive P/E ratio of 18.79. Investors should compare these metrics with industry peers to gauge whether Yum China Holdings, Inc. is outperforming or underperforming within its sector.
An explosion of food deliveries is reshaping KFC China, the country's largest restaurant brand, boosting sales but squeezing margins.
Yum China Holdings, Inc. (NYSE:YUMC) shares moved higher on Wednesday after the company delivered a strong quarterly performance supported by steady demand and expanding digital engagement.
Delivered 10% Revenue Growth and 12% Operating Profit Growth with Record Quarterly Net New Store OpeningsOP Margin Expanded Year Over Year for the Eighth Consecutive QuarterDiluted EPS Up 13%, or 11% ...
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SHANGHAI, April 16, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Yum China Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: YUMC and HKEX: 9987, "Yum China" or the "Company") today announced, in compliance with the Rules Governing the Listing of Secur...
SHANGHAI, April 15, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Yum China Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: YUMC and HKEX: 9987, "Yum China" or the "Company") today announced that it will report its unaudited financial results for the ...
SHANGHAI, April 8, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Yum China Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: YUMC and HKEX: 9987, "Yum China" or the "Company") today announced that it has published its 2025 Sustainability Report. This re...
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SHANGHAI , Dec. 12, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Yum China Holdings, Inc. (the "Company" or "Yum China") (NYSE: YUMC and HKEX: 9987) announced that it has entered into share repurchase agreements in the U.S. ...
SHANGHAI , Dec. 11, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Yum China Holdings, Inc. (the "Company" or "Yum China") (NYSE: YUMC and HKEX: 9987) announced today that its Board of Directors (the "Board") has increased the...
3-Year CAGR Targets[1]: High-Single-Digit Operating Profit[2], Double‑Digit Diluted EPS[3] and Double-Digit Free Cash Flow Per Share[4] On Track to Reach 20,000 Stores by 2026, and Accelerating to ove...
SHANGHAI , Nov. 10, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Yum China Holdings, Inc. ("Yum China" or the "Company") (NYSE: YUMC and HKEX: 9987) today announced that it will host an Investor Day on November 17, 2025 in S...
Strong Operating Profit, Up 8% YoY to $400 million Powered by Same-Store Sales Growth, Accelerated New Store Openings and Margin ExpansionAchieved 11 Consecutive Quarters of Same-Store Transaction Gro...
SHANGHAI , Oct. 15, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Yum China Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: YUMC and HKEX: 9987, "Yum China" or the "Company") today announced that it will report its unaudited financial results for the ...
SHANGHAI , Sept. 25, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Yum China Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: YUMC and HKEX: 9987, "Yum China" or the "Company") has been named to Fortune's 2025 "Change the World" list, which recognizes ...
SHANGHAI , Sept. 3, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Yum China Holdings, Inc. (the "Company" or "Yum China") (NYSE: YUMC and HKEX: 9987) announced that it plans to repurchase approximately an additional US$270 mi...
KFC's parent company in China reported an aggressive expansion of stores on Tuesday, riding the growth of China's middle-class in relatively smaller cities that have few chain restaurants despite popu...
Below estimates were sourced from SimplyWallSt and are intended for educational purposes only as a baseline for the analysis.
| Year | FCF Estimate | % | # Analysts |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 1.10B | Analyst x10 | |
| 2027 | 1.09B | -0.91% | Analyst x10 |
| 2028 | 1.19B | 9.59% | Analyst x9 |
| 2029 | 1.26B | 5.52% | Est @5.5% |
| 2030 | 1.31B | 4.39% | Est @4.4% |
| 2031 | 1.36B | 3.84% | Est @3.8% |
| 2032 | 1.41B | 3.46% | Est @3.5% |
| 2033 | 1.46B | 3.19% | Est @3.2% |
| 2034 | 1.50B | 2.80% | Est @2.8% |
| 2035 | 1.54B | 2.67% | Est @2.7% |
Below are the FCF estimates with the discount factor and the calculated present value with the terminal value that led the results above.
| Year | FCF | Discount Factor | PV of Future FCF |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024A | 714.00M | 1.00 | 714.00M |
| 2025A | 840.00M | 1.00 | 840.00M |
| 2026E | 1.10B | 1.07 | 1.02B |
| 2027E | 1.09B | 1.15 | 944.69M |
| 2028E | 1.19B | 1.24 | 964.37M |
| 2029E | 1.26B | 1.33 | 947.92M |
| 2030E | 1.31B | 1.43 | 921.81M |
| 2031E | 1.36B | 1.53 | 891.66M |
| 2032E | 1.41B | 1.64 | 859.31M |
| 2033E | 1.46B | 1.76 | 825.98M |
| 2034E | 1.50B | 1.89 | 790.96M |
| 2035E | 1.54B | 2.03 | 756.50M |
| Terminal | 32.49B | 2.03 | 15.98B |
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