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Yum China Announces Plan for Additional Share Repurchases

Yum China Holdings, Inc. (YUMC) | September 3, 2025

By Charlie Brown

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Yum China plans to repurchase approximately an additional $270 million of its common stock in 2025.

The repurchase program is expected to start on September 3, 2025, and is in addition to previous repurchase agreements.

The company aims to return approximately $1.5 billion to shareholders in 2025 through dividends and share repurchases.

Share Repurchase Plan

Yum China plans to repurchase $270 million of its common stock in addition to previous agreements.

Total Capital Return

The company is on track to return $3 billion to shareholders from 2025 to 2026, including $1.5 billion in 2024.

Average Annual Return

Yum China's capital return over three years represents around 9% of its market capitalization as of September 2, 2025.

  • Yum China's expanded share repurchase program reflects confidence in growth prospects and commitment to enhancing shareholder value.
  • The company's focus on returning capital to shareholders demonstrates a balance between value creation and investment in business growth.

Yum China's announcement of additional share repurchases underscores its commitment to enhancing shareholder value and returning capital to investors.