Yum Brands announced on Tuesday that it will sell its struggling pizza chain, Pizza Hut, for a total of $2.7 billion. According to multiple reports, private equity firm LongRange Capital will acquire Pizza Hut's operations outside mainland China for approximately $1.5 billion, while Yum China Holdings Inc. will purchase the mainland China business for about $1.2 billion.
Key Takeaways
Yum Brands announced it will sell Pizza Hut for $2.7 billion to LongRange Capital and Yum China Holdings Inc. The sale allows Yum Brands to focus on Taco Bell and KFC, which have shown strong growth potential.
- Pizza Hut sold for $2.7 billion to LongRange Capital and Yum China
- Sale allows Yum Brands to concentrate on Taco Bell and KFC
- Taco Bell has generated 18% same-store sales growth over two years
- KFC described as a 'powerhouse' brand with strong international momentum
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1 Difference FoundAll 8 publishers report consistent facts across 4 key claims. 1 point of difference noted.
| Claim | Status | Reason | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Taco Bell Growth | 0 Differences | Only CNBC reports specific Taco Bell growth figures | ▼ |
| Sale Amount | Broad Agreement | $2.7 billion total sale price | |
| Buyers | Broad Agreement | LongRange Capital and Yum China Holdings Inc. | |
| Sale Timeline | Broad Agreement | Transactions expected to close in Q3 2024 | |
| Kfc International Presence | Broad Agreement | 34,000 restaurants worldwide |
Taco Bell Growth
▼Only CNBC reports specific Taco Bell growth figures
Sale Amount
Broad Agreement$2.7 billion total sale price
Buyers
Broad AgreementLongRange Capital and Yum China Holdings Inc.
Sale Timeline
Broad AgreementTransactions expected to close in Q3 2024
Kfc International Presence
Broad Agreement34,000 restaurants worldwide
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The sale comes after a challenging period for Pizza Hut, which has struggled with outdated stores and growing competition in the fast-food market. The chain looked to close 250 U.S. restaurants earlier this year as part of its efforts to revitalize the brand. Yum Brands had initiated a strategic review of Pizza Hut in November following declining sales at comparable stores.
Pizza Hut was founded in 1958 in Wichita, Kansas. The chain was acquired by PepsiCo in 1977 and later spun off as part of Yum Brands' restaurant division in 1997. Despite efforts to revitalize the brand and shut underperforming locations, Pizza Hut has faced significant challenges in recent years.
Yum Brands CEO Chris Turner stated that 'Under LongRange and Yum China, Pizza Hut will be well positioned for future growth with ownership that brings deep expertise in the restaurant industry.' The transactions are expected to close in the third quarter of this year. Yum Brands' stock declined slightly before the market open following the announcement.
China is Pizza Hut's second-largest market outside the U.S., accounting for 19% of sales. By selling Pizza Hut, Yum Brands can focus more on its brands with stronger sales. The company's stock rose 2.3% Tuesday according to PBS News Hours.
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