The Wendy's Company (WEN) Earnings History
Annual and quarterly earnings data from 1986 to 2024
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WEN EPS Growth (CAGR)
Compound annual growth rate of diluted earnings per share
CAGR (Compound Annual Growth Rate) shows the annualized growth rate of EPS over the specified period. A higher CAGR indicates stronger earnings momentum.
WEN Profitability Analysis
Margin trends over time
| Year | Gross Margin | Operating Margin | Net Margin |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 35.2% | 16.5% | 8.7% |
| 2023 | 35.6% | 17.5% | 9.4% |
| 2022 | 34.4% | 16.9% | 8.5% |
| 2021 | 28.3% | 19.3% | 10.6% |
| 2020 | 35.8% | 15.5% | 6.8% |
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The Wendy's Company (WEN) Earnings Overview
As of May 8, 2026, The Wendy's Company (WEN) reported trailing twelve-month net income of $186M, reflecting -2.1% year-over-year growth. The company earned $0.97 per diluted share over the past four quarters, with a net profit margin of 8.7%.
Looking at the long-term picture, WEN's 5-year EPS compound annual growth rate (CAGR) stands at +10.4%, showing solid earnings momentum. The company achieved its highest annual net income of $462M in fiscal 2000.
The Wendy's Company maintains positive profitability with a gross margin of 35.2%, operating margin of 16.5%, and net margin of 8.7%. The company continues to generate positive earnings from operations. View revenue history →
Compared to peers including MCD ($8.68B net income, 31.9% margin), QSR ($955M net income, 8.2% margin), JACK (-$69M net income, -5.5% margin), WEN has room to improve margins relative to the peer group. Compare WEN vs MCD →
WEN Earnings vs Peers
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WEN Historical Earnings Data (1986–2024)
36 years| Fiscal Year | Net Income | YoY % | Operating Income | EPS (Diluted) | Net Margin | Op. Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $194M | -4.9% | $371M | $0.95 | 8.7% | 16.5% |
| 2023 | $204M | +15.3% | $382M | $0.97 | 9.4% | 17.5% |
| 2022 | $177M | -11.5% | $353M | $0.82 | 8.5% | 16.9% |
| 2021 | $200M | +70.1% | $367M | $0.89 | 10.6% | 19.3% |
| 2020 | $118M | -14.0% | $269M | $0.52 | 6.8% | 15.5% |
| 2019 | $137M | -70.2% | $263M | $0.58 | 8.0% | 15.4% |
| 2018 | $460M | +137.1% | $250M | $1.88 | 28.9% | 15.7% |
| 2017 | $194M | +49.7% | $215M | $0.77 | 15.9% | 17.6% |
| 2016 | $130M | -19.6% | $315M | $0.49 | 9.0% | 21.9% |
| 2015 | $161M | +32.7% | $274M | $0.49 | 8.6% | 14.7% |
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Quick answers to the most common questions about buying WEN stock.
Is WEN growing earnings?
WEN EPS of $0.97 reflects slowing growth at -2.1%, below the 5-year CAGR of +10.4%. TTM net income is $186M. Expansion rate has moderated.
What are WEN's profit margins?
The Wendy's Company net margin is +8.7%, with operating margin at +16.5%. Margins sit within typical range for the sector.
How consistent are WEN's earnings?
WEN earnings data spans 1986-2024. The current earnings trend is -2.1% YoY. Historical data enables comparison across business cycles.