Yum Brands Trading Volume Surges 67.87% to $421 Million Ranking 347th in Market

On April 3, 2025, YUM! Brands (YUM) saw a significant increase in trading volume, with a turnover of $421 million, marking a 67.87% rise from the previous day. This surge placed YUM at the 347th position in the day's stock market rankings, with the stock price rising by 2.04%.

Yum! Brands has seen a positive shift in analyst sentiment, with Piper Sandler raising its price target for the company from $140 to $150. This adjustment comes alongside an upgrade in the firm's 2025 and 2026 adjusted EPS and EBITDA estimates, driven by increased same-store sales projections for Taco Bell, KFC International, and Pizza Hut International.

Despite the bullish outlook from Piper Sandler, Bernstein maintains a Hold rating on Yum! Brands. The consensus price target among 27 analysts stands at $149.54, with the highest target set at $176 by Baird on March 5, 2025. This mixed analyst sentiment reflects the complex dynamics at play within the company's operations and market positioning.