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Dec 31, 2021
Yum China Q4 2021 Earnings Report
Yum China's financial performance was impacted by COVID-19 outbreaks, yet the company remained profitable and achieved revenue growth.
Key Takeaways
Yum China's fourth-quarter results were influenced by widespread COVID-19 outbreaks, leading to stringent public health measures. Despite these challenges, the company achieved a 1% increase in total revenues, reaching $2.29 billion. However, same-store sales declined by 11%.
Total revenues increased 1% year over year to $2.29 billion.
Same-store sales decreased 11% year over year.
Operating Profit increased to $633 million, primarily due to a non-cash gain.
Opened 563 gross new stores, or 373 net new stores.
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Forward Guidance
The Company currently expects approximately 1,000 to 1,200 net new stores and capital expenditures in the range of $800 million to $1 billion.
Positive Outlook
- Approximately 1,000 to 1,200 net new stores.
- Stepping up investments in supply chain.
- Stepping up investments in infrastructure.
- Stepping up investments in digital.
- Capital expenditures in the range of $800 million to $1 billion.
Challenges Ahead
- Significant uncertainties from the COVID-19 situation.
- Headwinds from the external environment.
- Challenging and volatile business and operating environment given the uncertainties of COVID-19.
- Weak macro environment.
- Softening consumer sentiment and inflation headwinds.
Revenue & Expenses
Visualization of income flow from segment revenue to net income