Is Yum Up For Grabs?
Investment firms might be wanting to acquire Yum China Holdings Inc., the NYSE-listed operator of KFC and Pizza Hut in mainland China, according to some reports.
China’s Hillhouse Capital Group is reportedly eyeing the fast-food operator as suggested by three people familiar with the matter, according to a report by The Information. Another report by Bloomberg suggested that global investment firm KKR & Co. is also exploring takeover possibilities according to some people who asked not to be identified because details are private. However, reports suggest that talks are still in their nascent stages and no one could confirm if there would eventually be a deal or not.
Yum China operates more than 8,100 restaurants in over 1,200 cities and towns across mainland China. It spun out of China’s Yum! Brands less than two years ago. Yum China has been challenged by less-than-expected sales growth in recent times, despite the firm’s introducing mobile app features and other marketing strategies.
YUM's RSI Indicator ascending out of oversold territory
The RSI Indicator for YUM moved out of oversold territory on June 01, 2023. This could be a sign that the stock is shifting from a downward trend to an upward trend. Traders may want to buy the stock or call options. The A.I.dvisor looked at 18 similar instances when the indicator left oversold territory. In of the 18 cases the stock moved higher. This puts the odds of a move higher at .
Technical Analysis (Indicators)
Bullish Trend Analysis
The Stochastic Oscillator shows that the ticker has stayed in the oversold zone for 6 days. The price of this ticker is presumed to bounce back soon, since the longer the ticker stays in the oversold zone, the more promptly an upward trend is expected.
Following a 3-day Advance, the price is estimated to grow further. Considering data from situations where YUM advanced for three days, in of 365 cases, the price rose further within the following month. The odds of a continued upward trend are .
YUM may jump back above the lower band and head toward the middle band. Traders may consider buying the stock or exploring call options.
Bearish Trend Analysis
The Momentum Indicator moved below the 0 level on May 22, 2023. You may want to consider selling the stock, shorting the stock, or exploring put options on YUM as a result. In of 83 cases where the Momentum Indicator fell below 0, the stock fell further within the subsequent month. The odds of a continued downward trend are .
The Moving Average Convergence Divergence Histogram (MACD) for YUM turned negative on May 04, 2023. This could be a sign that the stock is set to turn lower in the coming weeks. Traders may want to sell the stock or buy put options. Tickeron's A.I.dvisor looked at 44 similar instances when the indicator turned negative. In of the 44 cases the stock turned lower in the days that followed. This puts the odds of success at .
YUM moved below its 50-day moving average on May 23, 2023 date and that indicates a change from an upward trend to a downward trend.
The 10-day moving average for YUM crossed bearishly below the 50-day moving average on May 30, 2023. This indicates that the trend has shifted lower and could be considered a sell signal. In of 16 past instances when the 10-day crossed below the 50-day, the stock continued to move higher over the following month. The odds of a continued downward trend are .
Following a 3-day decline, the stock is projected to fall further. Considering past instances where YUM declined for three days, the price rose further in of 62 cases within the following month. The odds of a continued downward trend are .
The Aroon Indicator for YUM entered a downward trend on June 01, 2023. This could indicate a strong downward move is ahead for the stock. Traders may want to consider selling the stock or buying put options.
Fundamental Analysis (Ratings)
The Tickeron SMR rating for this company is (best 1 - 100 worst), indicating very strong sales and a profitable business model. SMR (Sales, Margin, Return on Equity) rating is based on comparative analysis of weighted Sales, Income Margin and Return on Equity values compared against S&P 500 index constituents. The weighted SMR value is a proprietary formula developed by Tickeron and represents an overall profitability measure for a stock.
The Tickeron Valuation Rating of (best 1 - 100 worst) indicates that the company is slightly undervalued in the industry. This rating compares market capitalization estimated by our proprietary formula with the current market capitalization. This rating is based on the following metrics, as compared to industry averages: P/B Ratio (0.000) is normal, around the industry mean (8.612). P/E Ratio (31.056) is within average values for comparable stocks, (162.857). Projected Growth (PEG Ratio) (1.924) is also within normal values, averaging (2.085). Dividend Yield (0.018) settles around the average of (0.032) among similar stocks. P/S Ratio (5.482) is also within normal values, averaging (50.693).
The Tickeron PE Growth Rating for this company is (best 1 - 100 worst), pointing to outstanding earnings growth. The PE Growth rating is based on a comparative analysis of stock PE ratio increase over the last 12 months compared against S&P 500 index constituents.
The Tickeron Profit vs. Risk Rating rating for this company is (best 1 - 100 worst), indicating low risk on high returns. The average Profit vs. Risk Rating rating for the industry is 84, placing this stock better than average.
The Tickeron Price Growth Rating for this company is (best 1 - 100 worst), indicating fairly steady price growth. YUM’s price grows at a lower rate over the last 12 months as compared to S&P 500 index constituents.
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General Information
a company that owns and franchises quick-service restaurants
Industry Restaurants
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Correlation & Price change
A.I.dvisor indicates that over the last year, YUM has been closely correlated with SBUX. These tickers have moved in lockstep 68% of the time. This A.I.-generated data suggests there is a high statistical probability that if YUM jumps, then SBUX could also see price increases.
