Yum! Brands Q3 net income rises to $1.62 billion
YUM•Yum! Brands’ third-quarter 2026 GAAP diluted earnings per share rose year over year to $5.92, while revenue increased to $2.05 billion. The Pizza Hut divestiture was completed during the quarter, generating an approximately $1.7 billion pretax gain.
1. Quarterly results
Yum! Brands reported third-quarter 2026 GAAP diluted earnings per share of $5.92, up year over year, and revenue of $2.05 billion. The company completed its Pizza Hut divestiture during the quarter, generating an approximately $1.7 billion pretax gain. CEO Chris Turner said Taco Bell U.S. outpaced the quick-service restaurant industry in same-store sales growth since the end of September.
