Yum China reported a strong fourth quarter in 2023, with total revenues increasing by 19% to $2.49 billion and operating profit growing by 170% to $110 million. The company opened 542 net new stores, reaching a total of 14,644 stores. They also increased the dividend by 23% and stepped up 2024 share repurchases to $1.25 billion
Total system sales grew 21% year over year excluding foreign currency translation, driven by net new unit contribution and same-store sales growth.
Opened 542 net new stores in the fourth quarter, reaching a total of 14,644 stores as of December 31, 2023.
Operating profit grew 170% to $110 million, with core operating profit growing 324%.
The board declared a 23% increase in cash dividend to $0.16 per share and the Company plans to repurchase $1.25 billion of its common stock in 2024.
In 2024, Yum China plans to open approximately 1,500 to 1,700 net new stores and make capital expenditures in the range of approximately $700 million to $850 million.
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