The Wendy's Company
WENConsumer CyclicalNASDAQRestaurants
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Daily timeframeThe Wendy's Company, together with its subsidiaries, engages in the operation, development, and franchising of a system of quick-service restaurants in the United States and internationally. At a $1.50B market cap, The Wendy's Company ranks as a small-cap company within consumer cyclical. The company operates through the Wendy's U.S., Wendy's International, and Global Real Estate & Development segments.
Market Cap
$1.50B
Beta
0.35
P/E (TTM)
10.19
P/E (Fwd)
12.24
EPS (TTM)
$0.77
EPS (Fwd)
$0.64
ROE
120.9%
ROA
4.1%
Cash
$298.7M
Total Debt
$4.12B
Free CF
$131.3M
52W Change
-32.2%
Annual Financials
Cash vs Debt
On the balance sheet, WEN has $298.7M in cash with $4.12B in obligations. The ability to service this debt comfortably depends on continued operational cash generation. Free cash flow comes in at $131.3M, providing flexibility for reinvestment, buybacks, or dividends. Consistent free cash flow generation is often considered a sign of operational health. Return on equity stands at 120.9%, which is exceptionally high for the sector. ROE measures how effectively a company uses shareholder capital to generate profits. ROA of 4.1% is on the lower side, which is common in asset-heavy industries. Revenue has been relatively flat, moving from $2.10B (2022) to $2.18B (2025).
With a beta below 0.7, The Wendy's Company typically sees smaller price swings than the overall market, offering a degree of stability during turbulent periods. The Wendy's Company carries a heavier debt load relative to its cash position, which introduces financial risk that investors should weigh. These risk factors are not exhaustive — macroeconomic shifts, regulatory changes, and competitive dynamics can all influence The Wendy's Company's trajectory.