YUM · 10-Q · 2026Q3 · Full report

Revenue Performance and Mix

YUM BRANDS INC · 2026-11-06 · Importance 31 · Surprise 32

Worldwide system sales excluding foreign currency translation increased 3% to $14.318 billion in the third quarter and 6% to $41.817 billion year to date, excluding Pizza Hut. KFC system sales excluding FX rose 6% in both periods, to $9.855 billion for the quarter and $27.961 billion year to date. Taco Bell system sales excluding FX declined 2% to $4.293 billion for the quarter but grew 6% to $13.343 billion year to date. Worldwide same-store sales were flat for the quarter and increased 2% year to date; quarter results included KFC growth of 1% and a Taco Bell decline of 4%.

Key facts

• YUM reported 955 gross unit openings in the third quarter, resulting in 732 net new units. source
• YUM reported 2,359 gross unit openings year to date, resulting in 1,602 net new units. source
• YUM's franchise restaurant sales typically generate ongoing franchise and license fees at rates of 3% to 6% of sales. source