YUM Brands 2025 Q2 Earnings Beats Expectations as Net Income Rises 1.9%

YUM! Brands (YUM) delivered a strong performance in its fiscal 2025 Q2 earnings report on August 5, 2025, with revenue rising 9.6% to $1.93 billion from $1.76 billion in the same quarter the prior year. The company's operating resilience was further demonstrated by a 1.9% increase in net income to $374 million, and a 3.1% rise in EPS to $1.34. The report highlights the company's continued momentum across its global brands.

YUM! Brands' total revenue for 2025 Q2 surged by 9.6% to $1.93 billion, with each segment contributing to this growth. The KFC division led the way with $849 million in revenue, followed by Taco Bell with $711 million and Pizza Hut with $239 million. Habit Burger & Grill added $134 million to the total, and the corporate segment had no additional revenue. The consolidated total revenue of $1.93 billion reflects strong performance across all brands and markets.

YUM! Brands' earnings for 2025 Q2 saw a 3.1% increase in EPS to $1.34, up from $1.30 in the same quarter of the prior year. The company's net income rose by 1.9% to $374 million, compared to $367 million in 2024 Q2. This performance underscores the company's operational resilience and sustained profitability for over 20 years. The company's leadership highlighted continued growth in earnings and strong business fundamentals.

The stock price of YUM! Brands experienced a decline, with a 3.46% drop during the latest trading day and a 3.91% drop during the most recent full trading week. Month-to-date, the stock has