Yum! Brands, Inc. (YUM) P/E Ratio History
Fairly ValuedTrading at 27.3x, near 5Y avg of 26.1x · 70th percentile · In line with own history · Data 1998–2026
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P/E Ratio Analysis
As of June 21, 2026, Yum! Brands, Inc. (YUM) trades at a price-to-earnings ratio of 27.3x, with a stock price of $151.99 and trailing twelve-month earnings per share of $6.23.
The current P/E is roughly in line with its 5-year average of 26.1x. Over the past five years, YUM's P/E has ranged from a low of 21.5x to a high of 31.3x, placing the current valuation at the 70th percentile of its historical range.
Compared to the Consumer Cyclical sector median P/E of 21.2x, YUM trades at a 29% premium to its sector peers. The sector includes 307 companies with P/E ratios ranging from 0.1x to 184.9x.
The PEG ratio of 2.01 (P/E divided by 7% EPS growth) suggests the stock may be expensive relative to its earnings growth. Peter Lynch popularized the rule that a PEG below 1.0 indicates an attractive entry point.
Relative to the broader market, YUM trades roughly in line with the S&P 500 median P/E of 24.4x. Investors should consider the company's growth prospects, competitive position, and earnings quality when evaluating whether the current valuation is justified.
For a comprehensive intrinsic value estimate using discounted cash flow analysis, see our YUM DCF Valuation Calculator →
Note: P/E ratio is just one valuation metric. It does not account for balance sheet strength, cash flow quality, or growth sustainability. Always conduct comprehensive due diligence before making investment decisions.
YUM Cross-Benchmark Valuation
How does the current P/E compare to sector peers and the broader market?
YUM P/E vs Peers
Quick-Service Restaurant Franchisors peers sorted by market cap
| Company | Market Cap | P/E Ratio | PEG Ratio | EPS Growth (1Y) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $198B | 23.3 | 1.71 | +5%Best | |
| $25B | 31.3 | 3.91 | -26% | |
| $1B | 8.0Lowest | 0.77Best | -11% | |
| $1B | 40.5 | - | -65% | |
| $42B | 28.5 | 0.80 | +3% | |
| $115B | 61.7 | 3.96 | -51% | |
| $11B | 17.8 | 2.46 | +5% |
Lower P/E can signal a discount or weaker growth expectations; PEG adds growth context.
YUM Historical P/E Data (1998–2026)
Quarterly P/E ratios calculated from closing price and TTM EPS
| Quarter | Period End | Price | TTM EPS | P/E Ratio | vs Avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FY2026 Q1 | - | $155.48 | $6.21 | 25.0x | +41% |
| FY2025 Q4 | Dec 31 2025 | $151.28 | $5.56 | 27.2x | +53% |
| FY2025 Q3 | - | $152.00 | $5.13 | 29.6x | +67% |
| FY2025 Q2 | Jun 30 2025 | $148.18 | $5.07 | 29.2x | +65% |
| FY2025 Q1 | Mar 31 2025 | $157.36 | $5.02 | 31.3x | +77% |
| FY2024 Q4 | - | $134.16 | $5.22 | 25.7x | +45% |
| FY2024 Q3 | Sep 30 2024 | $139.71 | $5.35 | 26.1x | +47% |
| FY2024 Q2 | Jun 30 2024 | $132.46 | $5.46 | 24.3x | +37% |
| FY2024 Q1 | Mar 31 2024 | $138.65 | $5.64 | 24.6x | +39% |
| FY2023 Q4 | Dec 31 2023 | $130.66 | $5.59 | 23.4x | +32% |
| FY2023 Q3 | Sep 30 2023 | $124.94 | $5.26 | 23.8x | +34% |
| FY2023 Q2 | Jun 30 2023 | $138.55 | $4.95 | 28.0x | +58% |
| FY2023 Q1 | Mar 31 2023 | $132.08 | $4.26 | 31.0x | +75% |
| FY2022 Q4 | Dec 31 2022 | $128.08 | $4.57 | 28.0x | +58% |
| FY2022 Q3 | Sep 30 2022 | $106.34 | $4.39 | 24.2x | +37% |
| FY2022 Q2 | - | $113.51 | $4.99 | 22.7x | +28% |
| FY2022 Q1 | - | $118.53 | $5.51 | 21.5x | +21% |
| FY2021 Q4 | Dec 31 2021 | $138.86 | $5.22 | 26.6x | +50% |
| FY2021 Q3 | - | $122.31 | $5.19 | 23.6x | +33% |
| FY2021 Q2 | Jun 30 2021 | $115.03 | $4.36 | 26.4x | +49% |
| FY2021 Q1 | Mar 31 2021 | $108.18 | $3.74 | 28.9x | +63% |
| FY2020 Q4 | - | $108.56 | $2.94 | 36.9x | +108% |
| FY2020 Q3 | Sep 30 2020 | $91.30 | $3.44 | 26.5x | +50% |
| FY2020 Q2 | - | $86.91 | $3.33 | 26.1x | +47% |
| FY2020 Q1 | - | $68.53 | $3.58 | 19.1x | +8% |
| FY2019 Q4 | - | $100.73 | $4.14 | 24.3x | +37% |
| FY2019 Q3 | Sep 30 2019 | $113.43 | $3.60 | 31.5x | +78% |
| FY2019 Q2 | Jun 30 2019 | $110.67 | $4.19 | 26.4x | +49% |
| FY2019 Q1 | Mar 31 2019 | $99.81 | $4.24 | 23.5x | +33% |
| FY2018 Q4 | Dec 31 2018 | $91.92 | $4.68 | 19.6x | +11% |
| FY2018 Q3 | Sep 30 2018 | $90.91 | $4.90 | 18.6x | +5% |
| FY2018 Q2 | Jun 30 2018 | $78.22 | $4.68 | 16.7x | -6% |
| FY2018 Q1 | Mar 31 2018 | $85.13 | $4.29 | 19.8x | +12% |
| FY2017 Q4 | Dec 31 2017 | $81.61 | $3.79 | 21.5x | +21% |
| FY2017 Q3 | Sep 30 2017 | $73.61 | $3.35 | 22.0x | +24% |
| FY2017 Q2 | Jun 30 2017 | $73.76 | $3.79 | 19.5x | +10% |
| FY2017 Q1 | Mar 31 2017 | $63.90 | $4.02 | 15.9x | -10% |
| FY2016 Q4 | Dec 31 2016 | $63.33 | $4.12 | 15.4x | -13% |
| FY2016 Q3 | Sep 03 2016 | $65.62 | $3.93 | 16.7x | -6% |
| FY2016 Q2 | Jun 11 2016 | $59.32 | $3.26 | 18.2x | +3% |
| FY2016 Q1 | Mar 19 2016 | $56.31 | $2.98 | 18.9x | +7% |
| FY2015 Q4 | Dec 26 2015 | $53.21 | $2.92 | 18.2x | +3% |
| FY2015 Q3 | Sep 05 2015 | $56.73 | $2.09 | 27.1x | +53% |
| FY2015 Q2 | Jun 13 2015 | $65.51 | $2.03 | 32.3x | +82% |
| FY2015 Q1 | Mar 21 2015 | $56.96 | $2.23 | 25.5x | +44% |
| FY2014 Q4 | Dec 27 2014 | $52.59 | $2.29 | 23.0x | +29% |
| FY2014 Q3 | Sep 06 2014 | $52.03 | $3.21 | 16.2x | -9% |
| FY2014 Q2 | Jun 14 2014 | $56.97 | $2.65 | 21.5x | +21% |
| FY2014 Q1 | Mar 22 2014 | $54.12 | $2.53 | 21.4x | +21% |
| FY2013 Q4 | Dec 28 2013 | $53.12 | $2.38 | 22.3x | +26% |
| FY2013 Q3 | Sep 07 2013 | $50.05 | $2.38 | 21.0x | +19% |
| FY2013 Q2 | Jun 15 2013 | $51.13 | $3.05 | 16.8x | -5% |
| FY2013 Q1 | Mar 23 2013 | $50.11 | $3.13 | 16.0x | -10% |
| FY2012 Q4 | Dec 29 2012 | $46.54 | $3.37 | 13.8x | -22% |
| FY2012 Q3 | Sep 08 2012 | $47.28 | $3.39 | 13.9x | -21% |
| FY2012 Q2 | Jun 16 2012 | $46.73 | $3.19 | 14.6x | -17% |
| FY2012 Q1 | Mar 24 2012 | $50.79 | $3.15 | 16.1x | -9% |
| FY2011 Q4 | Dec 31 2011 | $42.43 | $2.73 | 15.5x | -12% |
| FY2011 Q3 | Sep 03 2011 | $37.86 | $2.55 | 14.8x | -16% |
| FY2011 Q2 | Jun 11 2011 | $37.97 | $2.49 | 15.2x | -14% |
| FY2011 Q1 | Mar 19 2011 | $36.67 | $2.43 | 15.1x | -15% |
| FY2010 Q4 | Dec 25 2010 | $35.71 | $2.39 | 14.9x | -16% |
| FY2010 Q3 | Sep 04 2010 | $31.89 | $2.28 | 14.0x | -21% |
| FY2010 Q2 | Jun 12 2010 | $30.20 | $2.23 | 13.5x | -24% |
| FY2010 Q1 | Mar 20 2010 | $27.28 | $2.27 | 12.0x | -32% |
| FY2009 Q4 | Dec 26 2009 | $25.44 | $2.23 | 11.4x | -36% |
| FY2009 Q3 | Sep 05 2009 | $24.48 | $2.21 | 11.1x | -38% |
| FY2009 Q2 | - | $23.97 | $2.10 | 11.4x | -36% |
| FY2009 Q1 | Mar 21 2009 | $19.13 | $1.92 | 10.0x | -44% |
| FY2008 Q4 | Dec 27 2008 | $21.77 | $1.96 | 11.1x | -37% |
| FY2008 Q3 | Sep 06 2008 | $26.58 | $1.99 | 13.4x | -25% |
| FY2008 Q2 | Jun 30 2008 | $25.23 | $1.91 | 13.2x | -26% |
| FY2008 Q1 | Mar 22 2008 | $26.89 | $1.85 | 14.5x | -18% |
| FY2007 Q4 | Jan 28 2008 | $25.63 | $1.70 | 15.1x | -15% |
| FY2007 Q3 | Sep 30 2007 | $24.33 | $1.66 | 14.7x | -17% |
| FY2007 Q2 | Jun 16 2007 | $24.53 | $1.58 | 15.5x | -12% |
| FY2007 Q1 | Mar 31 2007 | $20.77 | $1.53 | 13.6x | -23% |
| FY2006 Q4 | Dec 31 2006 | $21.14 | $1.48 | 14.3x | -19% |
| FY2006 Q3 | Sep 09 2006 | $17.85 | $1.41 | 12.7x | -29% |
| FY2006 Q2 | Jun 30 2006 | $18.07 | $1.34 | 13.5x | -24% |
| FY2006 Q1 | Mar 31 2006 | $17.57 | $1.30 | 13.5x | -24% |
| FY2005 Q4 | Dec 31 2005 | $16.85 | $1.25 | 13.5x | -24% |
| FY2005 Q3 | Sep 03 2005 | $16.85 | $1.29 | 13.1x | -26% |
| FY2005 Q2 | Jun 11 2005 | $19.09 | $1.25 | 15.3x | -14% |
| FY2005 Q1 | Mar 19 2005 | $18.14 | $1.24 | 14.6x | -18% |
| FY2004 Q4 | Dec 25 2004 | $16.64 | $1.23 | 13.5x | -24% |
| FY2004 Q3 | Sep 04 2004 | $14.36 | $1.19 | 12.1x | -32% |
| FY2004 Q2 | Jun 12 2004 | $13.46 | $1.15 | 11.7x | -34% |
| FY2004 Q1 | Mar 20 2004 | $13.34 | $1.06 | 12.6x | -29% |
| FY2003 Q4 | Dec 27 2003 | $12.09 | $1.02 | 11.9x | -33% |
| FY2003 Q3 | Oct 06 2003 | $11.23 | $0.95 | 11.8x | -33% |
| FY2003 Q2 | Jun 14 2003 | $10.19 | $0.92 | 11.1x | -38% |
| FY2003 Q1 | Mar 22 2003 | $9.26 | $0.95 | 9.7x | -45% |
| FY2002 Q4 | Dec 28 2002 | $8.67 | $0.95 | 9.1x | -49% |
| FY2002 Q3 | Sep 07 2002 | $11.33 | $0.95 | 11.9x | -33% |
| FY2002 Q2 | Jun 15 2002 | $11.27 | $0.91 | 12.4x | -30% |
| FY2002 Q1 | Mar 23 2002 | $10.38 | $0.87 | 11.9x | -33% |
| FY2001 Q4 | Dec 29 2001 | $8.85 | $0.82 | 10.8x | -39% |
| FY2001 Q3 | Sep 08 2001 | $7.32 | $0.75 | 9.8x | -45% |
| FY2001 Q2 | Jun 16 2001 | $8.43 | $0.65 | 13.0x | -27% |
| FY2001 Q1 | Mar 24 2001 | $6.36 | $0.64 | 9.9x | -44% |
| FY2000 Q4 | Dec 30 2000 | $5.93 | $0.69 | 8.6x | -52% |
| FY2000 Q3 | Sep 02 2000 | $5.37 | $0.72 | 7.5x | -58% |
| FY2000 Q2 | Jun 10 2000 | $5.28 | $0.93 | 5.7x | -68% |
| FY2000 Q1 | Mar 18 2000 | $5.62 | $1.03 | 5.5x | -69% |
| FY1999 Q4 | Dec 25 1999 | $6.82 | $1.00 | 6.8x | -62% |
| FY1999 Q3 | Sep 04 1999 | $7.47 | $1.00 | 7.5x | -58% |
| FY1999 Q2 | Jun 12 1999 | $9.03 | $0.90 | 10.0x | -43% |
| FY1999 Q1 | Mar 20 1999 | $12.49 | $0.80 | 15.6x | -12% |
| FY1998 Q4 | Dec 26 1998 | $8.56 | $0.72 | 11.9x | -33% |
Average P/E for displayed period: 17.7x
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YUM — Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers to the most common questions about buying YUM stock.
What is YUM's P/E ratio?
Yum! Brands, Inc. (YUM) trailing twelve-month P/E ratio is 27.3x, based on TTM diluted EPS of $6.23. The 5-year average P/E is 26.1x and the historical range spans 21.5x to 31.3x.
Is YUM stock overvalued or undervalued?
YUM trades at 27.3x P/E, near its 5-year average of 26.1x. The 70th percentile ranking within the 21.5x–31.3x historical range places valuation within normal bounds.
Is YUM stock expensive?
YUM is fairly valued relative to its own history. The current P/E of 27.3x is near the 5-year average of 26.1x (70th percentile of historical range).
What is YUM's historical P/E range?
Over the past 5 years, YUM's P/E ratio has ranged from 21.5x to 31.3x, with a median of 26.1x and an average of 26.1x. The current P/E of 27.3x places the stock at the 70th percentile of this range. Full historical data spans 1998–2026.
How does YUM's P/E compare to the S&P 500?
YUM trades at 27.3x P/E versus the S&P 500 median of 24.4x. The 12% premium to the market typically reflects higher expected earnings growth or quality.
How does YUM's valuation compare to Consumer Cyclical peers?
Yum! Brands, Inc. P/E of 27.3x compares to the Consumer Cyclical sector median of 21.2x. The premium reflects expected growth above peers or stronger fundamentals. See the peer comparison table on this page for ticker-by-ticker P/E and PEG.
What is YUM's PEG ratio?
YUM PEG ratio is 2.01, based on a P/E of 27.3x and EPS growth of 6.5%. A PEG above 2.0 indicates a premium valuation relative to earnings growth — typically considered expensive.
What is YUM's earnings yield?
YUM earnings yield is 3.66%, the inverse of its 27.3x P/E ratio. Earnings yield represents the percentage of each dollar invested that the company earns. It can be compared directly to bond yields to assess relative attractiveness of stocks versus fixed income.