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	2025-02-14	-0.56 %
Yum! Brands (YUM) stock fell by 0.56% due to concerns about overproduction and the negative impacts of the global agricultural system on their food offerings, driven by changing consumer preferences and economic conditions.
	2025-02-10	+3.2 %
Yum! Brands (NYSE:YUM) stock rose 3.2% following TD Securities' upgrade of its price target from $140.00 to $151.00, indicating stronger confidence in the company's performance. Yum! Brands (YUM) stock increased by 3.2% after Barclays raised its price target from $162.00 to $165.00 and maintained an overweight rating, signaling positive sentiment from analysts about the company's prospects. Yum! Brands (YUM) stock increased by 3.2%, primarily due to positive movements in institutional investments and upgraded price targets from various financial analysts, signaling investor confidence in the company's performance.
	2025-02-07	-0.31 %
Yum! Brands, Inc. (YUM) stock declined by 0.31% primarily due to abrdn plc reducing its position in the company by 13.8%, alongside changes in price targets and ratings from several brokerages indicating a cautious market sentiment.
	2025-02-06	+9.72 %
Yum! Brands (YUM) stock surged by 9.72% due to positive market sentiment and strong financial performance, which likely bolstered investor confidence. Yum! Brands (YUM) stock increased by 9.72% likely due to strong financial results reported by its franchisee operator, Sapphire Foods India, which showed significant profit growth and revenue increases in the December quarter, boosting investor confidence in the brand's overall performance. Yum! Brands (YUM) stock experienced a 9.72% increase, attributed to significant buying activity from institutional investors, including Caprock Group LLC's 21.7% increase in its holdings, along with positive analyst ratings and expectations for growth despite a recent earnings miss. Yum! Brands stock (YUM) rose 9.72% following the company's fourth-quarter earnings report, which showed adjusted earnings per share of $1.61 and quarterly sales of $2.362 billion, both exceeding analysts' expectations.
	2025-02-05	-0.17 %
Yum! Brands (YUM) stock decreased by 0.17% amid a broader corporate backlash against diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives, influenced by recent political changes and shareholder resolutions targeting companies like YUM to adopt "political neutrality." Yum! Brands (YUM) stock fell by 0.17%, likely due to increased scrutiny and shareholder resolutions calling for political neutrality in relation to its diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives amid a broader corporate backlash against such programs in response to changing political landscapes and policies.
	2025-02-03	+0.77 %
Yum! Brands (YUM) stock rose by 0.77% following a mix of institutional investors adjusting their holdings, research firms offering varied ratings and price targets, and the company reporting a modest revenue increase despite missing earnings expectations. The stock goes up primarily due to positive investor sentiment and adjustments by institutional investors, indicating ongoing interest and potential for the stock, despite some analysts lowering price targets.
	2025-01-31	-0.18 %
Yum! Brands (YUM) stock fell by 0.18% due to multiple hedge fund adjustments in their positions, including a notable 36% reduction by Kingswood Wealth Advisors, along with downgrades in price targets and ratings by several research analysts, which reflects a general lack of investor confidence following a slight miss in quarterly earnings expectations. Yum! Brands (YUM) stock experienced a decline of 0.18% attributed to significant selling activity by institutional investors, including SG Americas Securities LLC reducing its holdings by 98.4%, alongside a recent downgrade in buy ratings from analysts. Yum! Brands (NYSE:YUM) stock declined by 0.18% as Geneos Wealth Management Inc. reduced its stake by 14.5%, and several analysts downgraded their price targets for the company, indicating cautious sentiment among investors.
	2025-01-30	+1.21 %
Yum! Brands (YUM) stock rose 1.21% as investors anticipate the company's upcoming quarterly earnings report, which analysts expect to show an improvement in earnings and revenue compared to the previous quarter. Yum! Brands (YUM) stock rose 1.21% likely due to the overall strong performance of McDonald's during Tariq Hassan's marketing tenure, despite recent challenges, indicating resilience in the fast-food sector and potentially positive market sentiment towards restaurant brands.
	2025-01-29	-0.05 %
Yum! Brands (YUM) stock experienced a slight decline of 0.05% due to its middling valuation, lower dividend yield, and neutral position in analyst ratings, suggesting limited upside potential compared to its competitors in the pizza sector.
	2025-01-27	+2.05 %
Yum! Brands (YUM) stock rose by 2.05% due to investor confidence that President Trump's immigration policies will not be executed in a manner that severely disrupts labor-intensive industries, despite concerns about potential negative impacts on economic growth. Yum! Brands (YUM) stock rose by 2.05% primarily due to increased interest and modifications in holdings by institutional investors, alongside an overall positive market sentiment despite mixed quarterly earnings results.
	2025-01-24	+0.98 %
Yum! Brands (YUM) stock rose by 0.98% following recent increases in stakes by institutional investors like MassMutual Private Wealth & Trust, along with positive analyst ratings that shifted some recommendations to "buy," potentially reflecting confidence in the company's future performance.
	2025-01-23	+0.63 %
Yum! Brands (YUM) stock increased by 0.63% following the reissuance of an "equal weight" rating by Morgan Stanley, which, despite lowering its price target from $158.00 to $140.00, suggests a potential upside of 10.94% from the current price, indicating positive outlooks from various equity research analysts despite mixed earnings results.
	2025-01-22	+0.41 %
Yum! Brands (YUM) stock increased by 0.41% due to significant investment interest from institutional investors, with Ritholtz Wealth Management raising its stake by 7%, contributing to a generally favorable outlook amidst a mix of upgrades and price targets from various analysts.
	2025-01-21	+0.3 %
Yum! Brands (YUM) stock increased by 0.3% due to bullish moves from institutional investors, such as HB Wealth Management LLC raising its stake and other funds modifying their holdings positively amid a generally favorable rating landscape from analysts.
	2025-01-17	-0.73 %
Yum! Brands (YUM) stock fell by 0.73% due to a combination of factors, including a recent decline in price targets from several research firms and an earnings report that showed the company missed analysts' expectations for both earnings per share and revenue.
	2025-01-16	+0.37 %
YUM! Brands (NYSE:YUM) stock increased by 0.37% due to its profitable growth in a challenging consumer environment, driven primarily by the strong performance of Taco Bell and KFC, along with successful unit expansions and innovative AI-driven marketing strategies.
	2025-01-15	+0.85 %
Yum! Brands (YUM) stock recently rose by 0.85%, attributed to CEO David Novak's emphasis on employee recognition and fostering a strong company culture that enhances engagement and performance. Yum! Brands (YUM) stock rose by 0.85% due to increased institutional investment, particularly from the Czech National Bank, which raised its holdings by 5.6%, signaling confidence in the company's potential amid mixed analysts’ ratings.
	2025-01-14	+0.79 %
Yum! Brands (YUM) stock rose by 0.79% due to increased institutional investment, as multiple hedge funds and advisory services, including Wealth Enhancement Advisory Services, reported boosting their stakes in the company, reflecting confidence in its financial stability despite recent mixed earnings results.
	2025-01-13	+0.39 %
Yum! Brands (NYSE:YUM) stock increased by 0.39% following a neutral rating reaffirmed by Citigroup, which lowered its price target to $141, indicating continued investor interest amidst mixed ratings from various analysts.
	2025-01-06	-2.45 %
Yum! Brands (YUM) stock decreased by 2.45% last night, primarily due to weaker-than-expected quarterly earnings and revenue results, which missed analysts' estimates, alongside a downward trend in target price ratings from various analysts.
	2025-01-02	-0.45 %
Yum! Brands (YUM) stock, which recently experienced a 0.45% decline, is facing downward pressure despite approaching a bullish Golden Cross due to a 3.9% drop over the past month amid mixed signals from recent upgrades and growth initiatives. Yum! Brands (YUM) stock dropped by 0.45% as investors reacted to the challenging financial landscape affecting restaurant chains, highlighted by Starbucks' poor sales performance and ongoing difficulties within the sector.
	2024-12-31	+0.48 %
Yum! Brands (YUM) stock rose 0.48% following an upgrade from Argus analysts from a "hold" rating to a "buy" rating, with a target price of $155.00 indicating a potential upside of 16.09% from its previous close.
	2024-12-26	+0.74 %
The article highlights that Yum! Brands' stock rose 0.74% likely due to positive investor sentiment surrounding the fast food industry, bolstered by Domino's Pizza's impressive long-term performance and endorsement from Warren Buffett, which has positioned it as a strong investment opportunity amidst its competitive landscape.
	2024-12-12	+0.07 %
Yum! Brands (YUM) stock rose 0.07% as it continues to benefit from its franchise-based business model and steady revenue growth, despite facing stronger competition from Chipotle Mexican Grill (CMG), which has demonstrated superior performance in revenue growth and profitability. The article discusses ArcelorMittal's strong potential growth, suggesting that despite current market challenges, its stock may be undervalued given the company's revenue growth projections and improving profitability metrics, which could lead to a significant increase in stock price over the next few years. Yum! Brands (YUM) stock likely went up due to favorable market conditions or investor sentiment, although the specific reasons for its minor increase of 0.07% were not detailed in the article.
	2024-12-06	-0.36 %
Yum! Brands (YUM) stock declined by 0.36% due to a combination of factors, including a recent earnings miss, analyst downgrades on target prices, and insider selling by the CEO, which raised concerns among investors.
	2024-12-05	-0.02 %
Yum! Brands (YUM) stock dropped by 0.02% due to general market fluctuations and investor sentiment; specific reasons for stock volatility can include broader economic factors, company performance reports, or changes in consumer behavior that affect the fast-food sector. Additionally, the article discusses various technology developments, including the rise of AI applications and challenges facing companies like Intel amidst leadership changes, as well as concerns about misinformation spread via social media that contribute to societal "brain rot."
	2024-11-21	+1.01 %
Yum! Brands (YUM) stock rose by 1.01% likely due to speculation surrounding Starbucks' potential strategic partnership or share sale in China, which mirrors Yum's previous successful strategies in local markets and reflects broader trends in the restaurant industry to adapt to regional preferences. Yum! Brands (YUM) stock rose by 1.01% last night, largely due to a combination of support from institutional investors, a favorable analyst outlook with price target adjustments, and resilience in their revenue growth despite a slight earnings miss.
	2024-11-14	+1.09 %
Yum! Brands (YUM) stock rose 1.09% as it navigates mixed performance among its brands, with value-conscious diners increasingly favoring fast-casual options like Cava, which reported strong sales growth, highlighting a consumer shift towards better perceived value in the dining experience.
	2024-11-08	+0.11 %
Yum! Brands (YUM) stock rose by 0.11% last night, likely due to investor optimism following a forecast of solid mid-to-long-term growth prospects and positive indicators like restaurant expansion and increasing system-wide sales across its franchises. Yum! Brands (NYSE:YUM) experienced a slight increase of 0.11% in its stock price after research analysts at Deutsche Bank lowered their target price but maintained a "hold" rating, suggesting that the stock may have potential upside despite a mixed earnings report. Yum! Brands (YUM) stock increased by 0.11% following the affirmation of its "hold" rating and a price target of $145.00 by TD Cowen, suggesting potential upside amidst a generally cautious outlook from various analysts. The stock's rise can be attributed to analyst movements reiterating its hold and slightly adjusted price targets, reflecting investor interest despite missing quarterly earnings expectations.
	2024-11-05	+1.48 %
Yum! Brands (YUM) stock rose by 1.48% due to positive market sentiment and strong performance among restaurant stocks, likely driven by investor confidence in the company's growth potential and resilience in the food service sector.
	2024-11-01	+0.9 %
Yum! Brands, Inc. (YUM) stock rose 0.9% last night, possibly due to a combination of institutional investment activity, a positive earnings report exceeding expectations, and the recent increase in the company’s dividend payouts, which indicates financial health and shareholder value.
	2024-10-31	-1.67 %
Yum! Brands (YUM) stock declined by 1.67% due to the impact of a CDC-confirmed E. coli outbreak linked to slivered onions served in McDonald's Quarter Pounders, prompting several fast-food chains, including Yum! Brands' Pizza Hut, to pull these onions from their menus indefinitely. Yum! Brands, Inc. (NYSE:YUM) stock fell by 1.67% largely due to Arkadios Wealth Advisors reducing its stake by 21.2%, alongside other institutional investors adjusting their positions amid mixed earnings reports and broker downgrades affecting investor sentiment. Yum! Brands (YUM) stock fell by 1.67% due to recent price target reductions by several research firms, contributing to a cautious outlook among investors despite a modest increase in holdings by institutional investors.
	2024-10-30	-0.43 %
Yum! Brands, Inc. (YUM) stock decreased by 0.43% due to a combination of mixed earnings reports, insider selling, and analysts adjusting their price targets, reflecting cautious investor sentiment amid uncertain market conditions. Yum! Brands (YUM) stock fell by 0.43% after a series of analyst downgrades and adjustments to price targets, suggesting a cautious outlook for the company amidst mixed earnings results and recent insider selling.
	2024-10-29	-0.66 %
Yum! Brands (YUM) stock decreased by 0.66% following a reduction in ownership by the State of Alaska Department of Revenue and recent downgrades from several analysts, impacting investor confidence despite a slight earnings beat. Yum! Brands (YUM) stock declined by 0.66% following news that Frank Rimerman Advisors LLC reduced its stake by 9.8%, and amid mixed analyst ratings and target price adjustments from various firms, indicating a lack of strong bullish sentiment.
	2024-10-25	-0.09 %
Yum! Brands (YUM) stock experienced a slight decline of -0.09% due to concerns over an E. coli outbreak that prompted the company to remove fresh onions from select locations as a precautionary measure. Yum! Brands (YUM) stock fell by 0.09% amid concerns over a multistate E. coli outbreak linked to onions served in McDonald's Quarter Pounders, which led to various fast-food chains, including Taco Bell, Pizza Hut, and KFC, to temporarily remove onions from their menus as a precautionary measure. Yum! Brands (YUM) stock declined by 0.09% as Cullinan Associates Inc. reduced its holdings in the company by 16.0% in the third quarter. Yum! Brands (YUM) stock fell by 0.09% predominantly due to concerns arising from a widespread E. coli outbreak linked to McDonald's, which prompted Yum! Brands and other fast-food chains to remove potentially contaminated ingredients from their menus, affecting public perception and consumer confidence in food safety.
	2024-10-24	-0.64 %
Yum! Brands (YUM) stock fell by 0.64% due to precautionary measures taken in response to a recent E. coli outbreak affecting the restaurant sector, which led to the removal of fresh onions from its Taco Bell, Pizza Hut, and KFC locations.
	2024-10-23	+0.49 %
Yum! Brands (NYSE:YUM) stock rose by 0.49% following a series of mixed analyst ratings and price target adjustments, despite a reduction in Bank of America's price target from $147.00 to $145.00, which indicates ongoing investor interest amidst overall neutral sentiments. The increase in YUM stock is due to the positive earnings report that outperformed expectations, along with continued interest from institutional investors, which suggests confidence in the company's performance despite recent target adjustments. Yum! Brands (YUM) stock rose by 0.49% following Eastern Bank's acquisition of 8,325 shares, indicating increasing investor interest. Yum! Brands (YUM) stock saw a 0.49% increase due to growing interest from institutional investors, with several firms recently acquiring or increasing their stakes in the company, as well as positive quarterly earnings results that slightly exceeded analyst expectations.
	2024-10-22	-0.48 %
Yum! Brands (YUM) stock decreased by 0.48% following Creative Planning's decision to reduce its stake in the company by 7.3% in the third quarter, as reported in their recent SEC filing. Yum! Brands (YUM) stock declined by 0.48% likely due to recent changes in institutional holdings, which include a 3.2% decrease by Whittier Trust Co. of Nevada Inc., and analysts adjusting their price targets, signaling investor caution amid mixed financial results and insider selling activity. Yum! Brands (YUM) stock fell by 0.48% after Bank of America reduced its price target from $147.00 to $145.00 and assigned a "neutral" rating, signaling a lack of strong future growth potential for the company.
	2024-10-18	+0.4 %
The article discusses Starbucks' hiring of Tressie Lieberman as chief brand officer to revitalize the company's image and improve customer experience under new CEO Brian Niccol, amid challenges such as declining sales and staffing issues. Yum! Brands (YUM) stock may have gone up due to investor optimism surrounding Lieberman's connections to successful brand strategies and leadership changes that could positively influence the fast food sector, thereby indirectly benefiting Yum! Brands.
	2024-10-17	+0.28 %
Yum! Brands (YUM) stock rose 0.28% after CEO David W. Gibbs sold 7,005 shares at an average price of $134.43, reflecting confidence in the company's value despite insider selling. Yum! Brands (YUM) stock rose 0.28% following ZWJ Investment Counsel Inc.'s announcement of an 8.2% increase in its stake in the company, which indicates growing institutional confidence in the stock.
	2024-10-16	+0.1 %
Yum! Brands (YUM) stock rose by 0.1% following CEO David W. Gibbs' sale of 7,005 shares at an average price of $134.43, reflecting market reactions to corporate leadership activities or potentially positive investor sentiment regarding the company's performance. Yum! Brands' stock (YUM) saw a slight increase of 0.1% due to ongoing institutional investments and positive analyst ratings, suggesting confidence in the company's financial performance and growth potential. Yum! Brands (YUM) stock rose 0.1% despite being downgraded from a "buy" to a "hold" rating by TD Cowen, which may reflect market resilience or investor confidence in the company's fundamentals despite the downgrade. Yum! Brands (YUM) stock saw a slight increase of 0.1%, influenced by changes in institutional investor stakes and varied analyst ratings, with a generally stable outlook for the company's performance despite some mixed estimates on revenue and earnings. The stock's rise could be attributed to institutional buying activity and positive earnings performance that slightly surpassed expectations, alongside ongoing interest from investors despite some recent adjustments in analyst price targets. Yum! Brands (NYSE:YUM) stock increased by 0.1% partly due to substantial increases in institutional investments, including Livforsakringsbolaget Skandia Omsesidigt raising its holdings by 408.2%, which reflects positive investor sentiment toward the company's prospects.
	2024-10-15	-1.06 %
Yum! Brands (YUM) stock fell by 1.06%, reflecting a consensus "Hold" rating from sixteen brokerages, with more analysts suggesting a cautious approach rather than strong buy recommendations.
	2024-10-11	+0.56 %
Yum! Brands (YUM) stock rose by 0.56% after Watts Gwilliam & Co. LLC purchased a new position in the company, acquiring 13,840 shares valued at around $1.87 million.
	2024-10-09	+0.03 %
Yum! Brands (YUM) stock experienced a slight 0.03% increase, driven by changes in institutional investment, with multiple hedge funds boosting their stakes in the company and positive analyst ratings contributing to investor confidence.
	2024-10-08	-0.85 %
Yum! Brands (YUM) stock decreased by 0.85%, despite Handelsbanken Fonder AB increasing its stake by 11.6% during the third quarter, indicating potential investor concerns or market fluctuations not directly linked to the increased investment.
	2024-09-27	+1.34 %
Yum! Brands (YUM) stock rose by 1.34% despite Ensign Peak Advisors Inc reducing its holdings by 33.2%, which may indicate positive investor sentiment or market factors that contributed to the stock's upward movement.
	2024-09-26	+3.74 %
Yum! Brands (YUM) stock rose by 3.74% following Sei Investments Co.'s 4.4% increase in its stake in the company during the second quarter, reflecting investor confidence in Yum!'s performance and potential growth.
	2024-09-25	-0.53 %
Yum! Brands' (YUM) stock decreased by 0.53% following a significant reduction in holdings by Xponance Inc., which lowered its stake in the company by 20.7%.
	2024-09-18	-1.32 %
Yum! Brands' stock (YUM) fell by 1.32% due to concerns related to the declining sales of Starbucks in China, which new CEO Brian Niccol is expected to address with his experience in international expansion and licensing, potentially impacting Yum! Brands as well.
	2024-09-13	+0.18 %
Yum! Brands (YUM) stock rose 0.18% due to optimism surrounding growth potential in the fast-food sector, particularly as competitors like Chipotle Mexican Grill face challenges and volatility, creating buying opportunities in the market.