Yum! Brands, Inc. (YUM) Earnings History
Annual and quarterly earnings data from 1997 to 2025
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YUM 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.
YUM Profitability Analysis
Margin trends over time
| Year | Gross Margin | Operating Margin | Net Margin |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 46.2% | 30.8% | 19.0% |
| 2024 | 47.5% | 31.8% | 19.7% |
| 2023 | 49.4% | 32.8% | 22.6% |
| 2022 | 48.3% | 32.0% | 19.4% |
| 2021 | 48.1% | 32.5% | 23.9% |
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Yum! Brands, Inc. (YUM) Earnings Overview
As of May 8, 2026, Yum! Brands, Inc. (YUM) reported trailing twelve-month net income of $1.74B, reflecting +6.5% year-over-year growth. The company earned $6.23 per diluted share over the past four quarters, with a net profit margin of 19.0%.
Looking at the long-term picture, YUM's 5-year EPS compound annual growth rate (CAGR) stands at +13.6%, showing solid earnings momentum. The company achieved its highest annual net income of $1.64B in fiscal 2016.
Yum! Brands, Inc. maintains industry-leading profitability with a gross margin of 46.2%, operating margin of 30.8%, and net margin of 19.0%. This margin structure demonstrates strong pricing power and operational efficiency. View revenue history →
Compared to peers including MCD ($8.68B net income, 31.9% margin), QSR ($955M net income, 8.2% margin), WEN ($186M net income, 8.7% margin), YUM has room to improve margins relative to the peer group. Compare YUM vs MCD →
YUM Earnings vs Peers
Earnings metrics vs comparable public companies
YUM Historical Earnings Data (1997–2025)
29 years| Fiscal Year | Net Income | YoY % | Operating Income | EPS (Diluted) | Net Margin | Op. Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1.56B | +4.9% | $2.53B | $5.56 | 19.0% | 30.8% |
| 2024 | $1.49B | -7.0% | $2.40B | $5.22 | 19.7% | 31.8% |
| 2023 | $1.60B | +20.5% | $2.32B | $5.60 | 22.6% | 32.8% |
| 2022 | $1.32B | -15.9% | $2.19B | $4.57 | 19.4% | 32.0% |
| 2021 | $1.57B | +74.2% | $2.14B | $5.22 | 23.9% | 32.5% |
| 2020 | $904M | -30.1% | $1.50B | $2.94 | 16.0% | 26.6% |
| 2019 | $1.29B | -16.1% | $1.93B | $4.13 | 23.1% | 34.5% |
| 2018 | $1.54B | +15.1% | $2.30B | $4.69 | 27.1% | 40.4% |
| 2017 | $1.34B | -18.4% | $2.76B | $3.77 | 22.8% | 47.0% |
| 2016 | $1.64B | +27.1% | $1.68B | $4.10 | 25.8% | 26.5% |
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Quick answers to the most common questions about buying YUM stock.
Is YUM growing earnings?
YUM EPS stands at $6.23, with +6.5% growth matching the 5-year CAGR of +13.6%. TTM net income is $1.7B. Earnings trajectory remains consistent.
What are YUM's profit margins?
Yum! Brands, Inc. net margin is +19.0%, with operating margin at +30.8%. Above-average margins indicate pricing power.
How consistent are YUM's earnings?
YUM earnings data spans 1997-2025. The current earnings trend is +6.5% YoY. Historical data enables comparison across business cycles.