With a market cap of $39.8 billion, Yum! Brands, Inc. (YUM) develops, operates, and franchises quick service restaurants worldwide. Based in Louisville, Kentucky, the company operates through four segments: KFC Division, Taco Bell Division, Pizza Hut Division, and Habit Burger & Grill Division.

Companies worth $10 billion or more are typically referred to as "large-cap stocks." KDP fits right into that category, with its market cap exceeding this threshold, reflecting its substantial size and influence in the restaurant industry. The company is the global leader in multi-branding, offering consumers more choice and convenience at a single outlet.

Despite its strengths, the stock has plunged 11.9% from its 52-week high of $163.30 touched on Mar. 7. Moreover, over the past three months, YUM stock has declined 9%, underperforming the AdvisorShares Restaurant ETF’s (EATZ) 9.4% uptick during the same time frame.

YUM stock has gained 7.3% on a YTD basis, outperforming EATZ’s 6.1% uptick in 2025. However, YUM has grown 4.4% over the past 52 weeks, significantly underperforming EATZ’s 23.5% gains.

YUM has been trading above its 200-day moving average since early February but has dipped below its 50-day moving average since early April.

On Apr. 30, YUM shares closed up more than 1% after reporting its Q1 results. The company’s revenue was $1.79 billion, falling short of Wall Street forecasts of $1.84 billion. Moreover, the company’s adjusted EPS came in at $1.30, surpassing the consensus estimates marginally.

Its rival, Chipotle Mexican Grill, Inc. (CMG) has declined 16.1% in 2025 and 19.1% in the past 52 weeks, underperforming the stock.

Among the 27 analysts covering the YUM stock, the consensus rating is a “Moderate Buy.” Its mean price target of $162.30 suggests a modest 12.8% upside potential from current price levels.