4 Restaurant Stocks to Grab as Sales Soar Amid Higher Gasoline Prices

ARCO, BROS, CAKE and YUMC stand out as restaurant picks as sales rise despite higher gasoline prices and value-focused dining keeps demand resilient.

Zacks Investment Research • Jul 21, 2026

Yum China Q2 Preview: Pizza Hut Catalyst Balanced By Macro Headwinds (Rating Downgrade)

Yum China is rated Hold, with valuation upside limited to ~5% and a fair 13–15x forward earnings multiple. The PHC (Pizza Hut China) acquisition is strategically positive, enabling menu localization, cost synergies, and improved margins by eliminating royalty fees. Macro headwinds in China—weak consumption, layoffs, and cautious consumer sentiment—may constrain SSS growth and pricing power for KFC and PHC brands.

Seeking Alpha • Jul 19, 2026

Yum China Announces Disclosure under Hong Kong Stock Exchange Rules in Relation to a Possible Quarterly Dividend

SHANGHAI, July 17, 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 Securities on The Stock Exchange of Hong Kong Limited (the "HKEX") which require advance notice of board meetings at which a dividend is expected to be declared, that its board of directors (the "Board") will consider the declaration and payment of a quarterly dividend (the "Dividend"). If the Board decides to proceed, the declaration will be adopted by Board resolution on or around July 30, 2026 (Beijing/Hong Kong Time) and will be promptly disclosed by the Company.

PRNewsWire • Jul 17, 2026

Is Yum China (YUMC) Stock Undervalued Right Now?

Here at Zacks, our focus is on the proven Zacks Rank system, which emphasizes earnings estimates and estimate revisions to find great stocks. Nevertheless, we are always paying attention to the latest value, growth, and momentum trends to underscore strong picks.

Zacks Investment Research • Jul 16, 2026

Here is Why Growth Investors Should Buy Yum China (YUMC) Now

Yum China (YUMC) is well positioned to outperform the market, as it exhibits above-average growth in financials.

Zacks Investment Research • Jul 16, 2026

YUMC or BROS: Which Is the Better Value Stock Right Now?

Investors with an interest in Retail - Restaurants stocks have likely encountered both Yum China Holdings (YUMC) and Dutch Bros (BROS). But which of these two stocks is more attractive to value investors?

Zacks Investment Research • Jul 14, 2026

Yum China to Report Second Quarter 2026 Financial Results

SHANGHAI, July 10, 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 second quarter ended June 30, 2026 before the U.S. market opens on Thursday, July 30, 2026 (after the trading hours of the Hong Kong Stock Exchange on Thursday, July 30, 2026). Yum China's management will hold an earnings conference call at 7:00 a.m.

PRNewsWire • Jul 10, 2026

Here's Why Yum China Holdings (YUMC) is a Strong Value Stock

The Zacks Style Scores offers investors a way to easily find top-rated stocks based on their investing style. Here's why you should take advantage.

Zacks Investment Research • Jul 9, 2026

Global Brands Struggle in China. Local Partners Are Stepping In.

Foreign consumer companies aren't leaving China. They're giving up more control to local operators who can move faster and read the market better.

Barrons • Jul 4, 2026

Top 25 High-Yield Dividend Stocks For July 2026

I present a July 2026 dividend stock watchlist, emphasizing fundamental growth, economic moats, and yields above 2.5%. The top 25 stocks average a 3.09% yield, ~12% undervaluation, and a projected 14.44% future CAGR using dividend yield theory. Accenture, Zoetis, and Cognizant Technology Solutions stand out for high yield, growth, and undervaluation, offering strong forward return potential.

Seeking Alpha • Jul 1, 2026