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The Wendy's Company is the second-largest burger quick-service restaurant, or QSR, chain in the United States by systemwide sales, with $12.3 billion in 2023, narrowly edging Burger King ($11.5 billion) and clocking in well behind wide-moat McDonald's ($53.1 billion). After divestitures of Tim Hortons (2006) and Arby's (2011), the firm manages just the burger banner, generating sales across a footprint that spanned almost 7,157 total stores in 30 countries as of year-end 2023. Wendy's generates revenue from the sale of hamburgers, chicken sandwiches, salads, and fries throughout its company-owned footprint, through franchise royalty and marketing fund payments remitted by its franchisees, which account for 94% of stores, and through franchise flipping and advisory fees.

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Wendy's's (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WEN#NYSE">WEN</a>) short percent of float has fallen 12.93% since its last report. The company recently reported that it has 10.83 million shares sold short, which is 7.34% of all regular shares that are available for trading. Based on its trading volume, it would take traders 2.4 days to cover their short positions on average.
<h3>Why Short Interest Matters</h3>
Short interest is the number of shares that have been sold short but have not yet been covered or closed out. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-short-a-stock/">Short selling</a> is when a trader sells shares of a company they do not own, with the hope that the price will fall. Traders make money from short selling if the price of the stock falls and they lose if it rises.
Short interest is important to track because it can act as an indicator of market sentiment towards a particular stock. An increase in short interest can signal that investors have become more bearish, while a decrease in short interest can signal they have become more bullish.
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<h3>Wendy's Short Interest Graph (3 Months)</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1732040123_0.png" alt="short_fig" />
As you can see from the chart above the percentage of shares that are sold short for Wendy's has declined since its last report. This does not mean that the stock is going to rise in the near-term but traders should be aware that less shares are being shorted.
<h3>Comparing Wendy's's Short Interest Against Its Peers</h3>
Peer comparison is a popular technique amongst analysts and investors for gauging how well a company is performing. A company's peer is another company that has similar characteristics to it, such as industry, size, age, and financial structure. You can find a company's peer group by reading its 10-K, proxy filing, or by doing your own similarity analysis.
According to <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/">Benzinga Pro</a>, Wendy's's peer group average for short interest as a percentage of float is 9.99%, which means the company has less short interest than most of its peers.
Did you know that increasing short interest can actually be bullish for a stock? <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-make-money-on-a-short-squeeze/">This post by Benzinga Money explains how you can profit from it.</a>
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How Is The Market Feeling About Wendy's?

Ratings for Wendy's (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WEN#NASDAQ">WEN</a>) were provided by 13 analysts in the past three months, showcasing a mix of bullish and bearish perspectives.
The following table encapsulates their recent ratings, offering a glimpse into the evolving sentiments over the past 30 days and comparing them to the preceding months.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th></th>
<th align="right">Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Indifferent</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bearish</th>
<th align="right">Bearish</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Total Ratings</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">11</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Last 30D</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>1M Ago</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">4</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>2M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">3</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>3M Ago</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">3</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
The 12-month price targets, analyzed by analysts, offer insights with an average target of $20.21, a high estimate of $29.00, and a low estimate of $17.00. Witnessing a positive shift, the current average has risen by 2.64% from the previous average price target of $19.69.
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1732017611_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Breaking Down Analyst Ratings: A Detailed Examination</h2>
A comprehensive examination of how financial experts perceive Wendy's is derived from recent analyst actions. The following is a detailed summary of key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Analyst</th>
<th>Analyst Firm</th>
<th>Action Taken</th>
<th>Rating</th>
<th>Current Price Target</th>
<th>Prior Price Target</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Jim Salera</td>
<td>Stephens &amp; Co.</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Equal-Weight</td>
<td>$19.00</td>
<td>$19.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Andrew Strelzik</td>
<td>BMO Capital</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Market Perform</td>
<td>$20.00</td>
<td>$19.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Jake Bartlett</td>
<td>Truist Securities</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$22.00</td>
<td>$21.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Nick Setyan</td>
<td>Wedbush</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$20.00</td>
<td>$20.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Jim Salera</td>
<td>Stephens &amp; Co.</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Equal-Weight</td>
<td>$19.00</td>
<td>$19.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Jim Salera</td>
<td>Stephens &amp; Co.</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Equal-Weight</td>
<td>$19.00</td>
<td>$19.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Andrew Charles</td>
<td>TD Cowen</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Hold</td>
<td>$19.00</td>
<td>$17.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Jim Salera</td>
<td>Stephens &amp; Co.</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Equal-Weight</td>
<td>$19.00</td>
<td>$19.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Jon Tower</td>
<td>Citigroup</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$18.75</td>
<td>$18.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>John Ivankoe</td>
<td>JP Morgan</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$22.00</td>
<td>$20.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Andrew Charles</td>
<td>TD Cowen</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Hold</td>
<td>$17.00</td>
<td>$17.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Jim Salera</td>
<td>Stephens &amp; Co.</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Equal-Weight</td>
<td>$19.00</td>
<td>$19.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Ivan Feinseth</td>
<td>Tigress Financial</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$29.00</td>
<td>$29.00</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Action Taken: Analysts frequently update their recommendations based on evolving market conditions and company performance. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise' or 'Lower' their stance, it reflects their reaction to recent developments related to Wendy's. This information provides a snapshot of how analysts perceive the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Unveiling insights, analysts deliver qualitative insights into stock performance, from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings convey expectations for the relative performance of Wendy's compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Analysts set price targets as an estimate of a stock's future value. Comparing the current and prior price targets provides insight into how analysts' expectations have changed over time. This information can be valuable for investors seeking to understand consensus views on the stock's potential future performance.</li>
</ul>
To gain a panoramic view of Wendy's's market performance, explore these analyst evaluations alongside essential financial indicators. Stay informed and make judicious decisions using our Ratings Table.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/WEN/analyst-ratings?utm_source=Benzinga Insights">Stay up to date on Wendy's analyst ratings.</a>
<h2>Get to Know Wendy's Better</h2>
The Wendy's Company is the second-largest burger quick-service restaurant, or QSR, chain in the United States by systemwide sales, with $12.3 billion in 2023, narrowly edging Burger King ($11.5 billion) and clocking in well behind wide-moat McDonald's ($53.1 billion). After divestitures of Tim Hortons (2006) and Arby's (2011), the firm manages just the burger banner, generating sales across a footprint that spanned almost 7,157 total stores in 30 countries as of year-end 2023. Wendy's generates revenue from the sale of hamburgers, chicken sandwiches, salads, and fries throughout its company-owned footprint, through franchise royalty and marketing fund payments remitted by its franchisees, which account for 94% of stores, and through franchise flipping and advisory fees.
<h3>Wendy's: Delving into Financials</h3>
Market Capitalization: With restricted market capitalization, the company is positioned below industry averages. This reflects a smaller scale relative to peers.
Revenue Growth: Over the 3 months period, Wendy's showcased positive performance, achieving a revenue growth rate of 2.94% as of 30 September, 2024. This reflects a substantial increase in the company's top-line earnings. In comparison to its industry peers, the company trails behind with a growth rate lower than the average among peers in the Consumer Discretionary sector.
Net Margin: The company's net margin is a standout performer, exceeding industry averages. With an impressive net margin of 8.86%, the company showcases strong profitability and effective cost control.
Return on Equity (ROE): Wendy's's ROE excels beyond industry benchmarks, reaching 18.82%. This signifies robust financial management and efficient use of shareholder equity capital.
Return on Assets (ROA): The company's ROA is a standout performer, exceeding industry averages. With an impressive ROA of 0.99%, the company showcases effective utilization of assets.
Debt Management: The company faces challenges in debt management with a debt-to-equity ratio higher than the industry average. With a ratio of 15.77, caution is advised due to increased financial risk.
<h2>How Are Analyst Ratings Determined?</h2>
Analyst ratings serve as essential indicators of stock performance, provided by experts in banking and financial systems. These specialists diligently analyze company financial statements, participate in conference calls, and engage with insiders to generate quarterly ratings for individual stocks.
Some analysts publish their predictions for metrics such as growth estimates, earnings, and revenue to provide additional guidance with their ratings. When using analyst ratings, it is important to keep in mind that stock and sector analysts are also human and are only offering their opinions to investors.
If you want to keep track of which analysts are outperforming others, you can view updated analyst ratings along withanalyst success scores in <a href="https://benzinga.grsm.io/register174">Benzinga Pro</a>.
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Navigating 13 Analyst Ratings For Wendy's

Stephens &amp; Co. analyst Jim Salera reiterates Wendy's (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WEN#NASDAQ">WEN</a>) with a Equal-Weight and maintains $19 price target.

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Stephens & Co. Reiterates Equal-Weight on Wendy's, Maintains $19 Price Target

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Wendy's Appoints Ken Cook As CFO, Effective Dec. 2

Trian Fund Management, the hedge fund led by Nelson Peltz, disclosed substantial portfolio changes in its third-quarter 13F filing, making notable exits from major companies before the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/economics/macro-economic-events/24/11/41772701/trumps-historic-return-7-ways-his-second-term-could-impact-the-us-economy">2024 U.S. presidential election</a>. 
What Happened: The fund sold off its entire stakes in GE HealthCare Technologies Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GEHC#NASDAQ">GEHC</a>) (1.34 million shares), Walt Disney Co (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DIS#NYSE">DIS</a>) (2.65 million shares) and Rentokil Initial plc (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RTO#NYSE">RTO</a>) (470,000 shares). 
These exits suggest a cautious pivot from sectors like healthcare and entertainment, which face both market challenges and macroeconomic pressures.
Trian also reduced its stakes in several core holdings. The fund cut its position in Wendy&#8217;s Co (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WEN#NASDAQ">WEN</a>) by 3%, reducing its shares from 31.5 million to 30.5 million, and scaled down its investment in asset manager Invesco Ltd (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/IVZ#NYSE">IVZ</a>) by 15%, from 27.2 million to 23.1 million shares.
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The most substantial reduction came in Allstate Corp (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ALL#NYSE">ALL</a>), where Trian slashed its holdings by 69%, to 613,447 shares. These reductions reflect a strategic tightening in sectors affected by recent market volatility and economic uncertainty.
What Else: However, Trian strengthened its position in select companies, raising its stake in Solventum Corp (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SOLV#NYSE">SOLV</a>) from 5.36 million to 7.13 million shares, and held its positions steady in Janus Henderson Group PLC (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/JHG#NYSE">JHG</a>) and General Electric Co (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GE#NYSE">GE</a>) as its top holdings.
This targeted increase aligns with Trian's confidence in sectors that may benefit from potential industrial and financial sector growth.
Soon after Trian's portfolio moves in the third quarter, Donald Trump's victory in the 2024 U.S. presidential election was confirmed, along with a Republican majority in the Senate.
Trump's policy agenda, which includes corporate tax cuts, increased tariffs and a potential rollback of green energy initiatives, is expected to significantly impact markets. 
Sectors like traditional manufacturing, defense and energy may see gains under Trump's administration, aligning with Trian's portfolio shifts, especially in industrial and financial investments.
Trian's recent moves highlight a forward-looking strategy as the hedge fund prepares for an evolving economic landscape shaped by Trump's return to the White House.
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Trian Fund Management 13F Shows Decreased Stake In Wendy's Co. By 3% From 31,507,868 To 30,512,595 Shares; Decreased Stake In Invesco By 15% From 27,223,734 To 23,173,442 Shares; Decreased Stake In Ferguson Plc New By 35% From 1,953,863 To 1,270,810 Shares; Decreased Stake In The Allstate Corp By 69% From 2,013,508 To 613,447 Shares

Wendy&#8217;s Co. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WEN#NASDAQ">WEN</a>) is using artificial intelligence from data analytics firm Palantir Technologies, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PLTR#NYSE">PLTR</a>) to manage its supply of <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/restaurants/24/10/41149776/wendys-is-ready-kids-and-adults-spongebob-squarepants-collaboration-includes-pineapple-frosty">burgers, fries and Frosty's.</a> 
The Details: Wendy's supply chain purchases are handled by an independent co-op group that first tested Palantir's technology last year amid tight profit margins and increasing pressure from inflation, according to a Bloomberg <a href="https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-11-07/wendy-s-wen-1-frosty-deal-made-easier-with-ai-from-palantir-pltr?sref=TBDibEcD">report.</a> The group is using Palantir's system to spot shortages and suggest solutions like placing an order from a supplier. 
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Pete Suerken, who leads the purchasing co-op, said the system's AI learns over time and can suggest a specific warehouse, after considering factors such as cost and the probability of the items arriving on time. The software <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/equities/24/08/40220301/whats-going-on-with-palantir-stock-today">can predict</a> when specific products will run out by analyzing current and historical sales figures.&nbsp;
Suerken praised Palantir's platform and said it was "so much better" than spreadsheets and other customary inventory management methods. He also said the return on investment is "significant." 
Wendy's recently asked the supply chain program to identify shortages restaurants could face over the following three weeks and then staff trained the model by showing how the shortages should be solved. Wendy's purchasing group plans to eventually allow the AI model to manage smaller inventory and ordering tasks autonomously and without human intervention. 
"Three or four years from now, if you're not doing this, you'll be at a distinct disadvantage," said Suerken. "This is something that, as an industry, will change the way we work."&nbsp;
WEN, PLTR Price Action: According to data from <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/?gspk=YWRhbWVja2VydDUzMzY&amp;gsxid=zBMR4PKmcgBw">Benzinga Pro</a>, Wendy's shares are down 1.54% at $20.08 and Palantir shares are down 2.13% at $54.32 at the time of publication Thursday. 
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Wendy's Uses Palantir AI Tech To Manage Burger, French Fry Inventories; Return On Investment Is 'Significant'

BMO Capital analyst Andrew Strelzik maintains Wendy's (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WEN#NASDAQ">WEN</a>) with a Market Perform and raises the price target from $19 to $20.

BMO Capital Maintains Market Perform on Wendy's, Raises Price Target to $20

Truist Securities analyst Jake Bartlett maintains Wendy's (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WEN#NASDAQ">WEN</a>) with a Buy and raises the price target from $21 to $22.

Truist Securities Maintains Buy on Wendy's, Raises Price Target to $22

Wedbush analyst Nick Setyan reiterates Wendy's (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WEN#NASDAQ">WEN</a>) with a Neutral and maintains $20 price target.

Wedbush Reiterates Neutral on Wendy's, Maintains $20 Price Target

The Wendy's Co&nbsp;(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WEN#NASDAQ">WEN</a>) shares are trading lower after the company reported&nbsp;third-quarter&nbsp;2024 revenue growth of&nbsp; 2.9%&nbsp;year-over-year to&nbsp;$566.7 million,&nbsp;beating the analyst consensus <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/pressreleases/24/10/n41648703/the-wendys-company-reports-third-quarter-2024-results" rel="noreferrer noopener">estimate of&nbsp;$560.75 million.</a>
<ul>
<li>Adjusted revenues increased&nbsp;0.5%&nbsp;to&nbsp;$443.6 million. Systemwide sales in the U.S. rose&nbsp;0.9%, and International increased&nbsp;7.7%.</li>
<li>Global same-restaurant sales growth was 0.2%. U.S. company-operated restaurant margin was 15.6% (flat year-on-year).</li>
<li>Wendy&#8217;s strengthened its &#8220;digital and loyalty platforms,&#8221; CEO Kirk Tanner said.</li>
<li>Operating profit for the quarter declined&nbsp;6.8%&nbsp;year over year to&nbsp;$94.7 million. Adjusted EBITDA was&nbsp;$135.2 million&nbsp;versus&nbsp;$139.2 million&nbsp;year over year.</li>
<li>Operating profit decreased due to increased breakfast advertising costs, higher depreciation, and higher general and administrative expenses.</li>
<li>Adjusted EPS of 25 cents <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/earnings" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">in line with the consensus estimate.</a></li>
<li>As of June, the company held $482.2 million in cash, cash equivalents, and restricted cash of $35.180 million.</li>
<li>Operating cash flow for the nine months totaled $286.7 million, with a free cash flow of $234.1 million.</li>
</ul>
Buyback: In the third quarter of 2024, the company repurchased 1.5 million shares for $25.2 million and 0.2 million shares for $2.7 million through Oct. 24. Approximately $247.7 million remains available as of October 24 under the company's existing share repurchase authorization that expires in February 2027.
Dividend: The company declared its regular quarterly cash dividend of 25 cents per share, payable on December 16, to shareholders of record as of Dec. 2.
2024&nbsp;Outlook:&nbsp;Wendy's now expects adjusted EPS of&nbsp;$0.99-$1.01 (vs.&nbsp;$0.99&nbsp;Estimate) compared to <a href="https://www.benzinga.com//node/40103091" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">the prior view of&nbsp;$0.98-$1.02</a>.
The company continues to see adjusted EBITDA of&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/calendars/guidance" rel="noreferrer noopener">$535 million-$545 million</a>.
WEN now sees Global systemwide sales growth of&nbsp;3% (vs. 3%&nbsp;to&nbsp;5% earlier) and reiterated guidance for cash flows from operations of&nbsp;$365 million&nbsp;to&nbsp;$385 million, and free cash flow of&nbsp;$275 million&nbsp;to&nbsp;$285 million.
Investors can gain exposure to the stock via VictoryShares US Small Cap High Div Volatility Wtd ETF (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CSB#NASDAQ">CSB</a>) and ETC 6 Meridian Low Beta Equity ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SIXL#NYSE">SIXL</a>).
Price Action: Wendy&#8217;s shares are down 4.43% at $19.41 at the last check Thursday.
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Wendy's Mixed Q3: EPS Outlook Narrows Despite Revenue Beats, Sales Growth

Wendy's Company Sees FY24 Adjusted EPS Of $0.99-$1.01 Vs. $0.99 Estimate (Prior View: $0.98-$1.02)

Wendy's (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WEN#NASDAQ">WEN</a>) reported quarterly earnings of $0.25 per share which met the analyst consensus estimate. The company reported quarterly sales of $566.739 million which beat the analyst consensus estimate of $560.746 million by 1.07 percent. This is a 2.94 percent increase over sales of $550.555 million the same period last year.

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Wendy's Q3 2024 Adj. EPS $0.25, Inline, Sales $566.739M Beat $560.746M Estimate

Wendy's's (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WEN#NYSE">WEN</a>) short percent of float has fallen 7.67% since its last report. The company recently reported that it has 12.39 million shares sold short, which is 8.43% of all regular shares that are available for trading. Based on its trading volume, it would take traders 3.3 days to cover their short positions on average.
<h3>Why Short Interest Matters</h3>
Short interest is the number of shares that have been sold short but have not yet been covered or closed out. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-short-a-stock/">Short selling</a> is when a trader sells shares of a company they do not own, with the hope that the price will fall. Traders make money from short selling if the price of the stock falls and they lose if it rises.
Short interest is important to track because it can act as an indicator of market sentiment towards a particular stock. An increase in short interest can signal that investors have become more bearish, while a decrease in short interest can signal they have become more bullish.
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<h3>Wendy's Short Interest Graph (3 Months)</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1729884612_0_0.png" alt="short_fig" />
As you can see from the chart above the percentage of shares that are sold short for Wendy's has declined since its last report. This does not mean that the stock is going to rise in the near-term but traders should be aware that less shares are being shorted.
<h3>Comparing Wendy's's Short Interest Against Its Peers</h3>
Peer comparison is a popular technique amongst analysts and investors for gauging how well a company is performing. A company's peer is another company that has similar characteristics to it, such as industry, size, age, and financial structure. You can find a company's peer group by reading its 10-K, proxy filing, or by doing your own similarity analysis.
According to <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/">Benzinga Pro</a>, Wendy's's peer group average for short interest as a percentage of float is 11.04%, which means the company has less short interest than most of its peers.
Did you know that increasing short interest can actually be bullish for a stock? <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-make-money-on-a-short-squeeze/">This post by Benzinga Money explains how you can profit from it.</a>
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and was reviewed by an editor.

Peering Into Wendy's's Recent Short Interest

In the latest quarter, 18 analysts provided ratings for Wendy's (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WEN#NASDAQ">WEN</a>), showcasing a mix of bullish and bearish perspectives.
The table below offers a condensed view of their recent ratings, showcasing the changing sentiments over the past 30 days and comparing them to the preceding months.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th></th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Bullish</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Somewhat Bullish</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Indifferent</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Somewhat Bearish</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Bearish</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Total Ratings</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">16</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Last 30D</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>1M Ago</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">3</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>2M Ago</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">2</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>3M Ago</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">10</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
In the assessment of 12-month price targets, analysts unveil insights for Wendy's, presenting an average target of $19.49, a high estimate of $29.00, and a low estimate of $17.00. This current average represents a 3.47% decrease from the previous average price target of $20.19. 
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1729105209_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Decoding Analyst Ratings: A Detailed Look</h2>
The standing of Wendy's among financial experts is revealed through an in-depth exploration of recent analyst actions. The summary below outlines key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Analyst</th>
<th>Analyst Firm</th>
<th>Action Taken</th>
<th>Rating</th>
<th>Current Price Target</th>
<th>Prior Price Target</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Andrew Charles</td>
<td>TD Cowen</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Hold</td>
<td>$19.00</td>
<td>$17.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Jim Salera</td>
<td>Stephens &amp; Co.</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Equal-Weight</td>
<td>$19.00</td>
<td>$19.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Jon Tower</td>
<td>Citigroup</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$18.75</td>
<td>$18.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>John Ivankoe</td>
<td>JP Morgan</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$22.00</td>
<td>$20.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Andrew Charles</td>
<td>TD Cowen</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Hold</td>
<td>$17.00</td>
<td>$17.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Jim Salera</td>
<td>Stephens &amp; Co.</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Equal-Weight</td>
<td>$19.00</td>
<td>$19.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Ivan Feinseth</td>
<td>Tigress Financial</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$29.00</td>
<td>$29.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Nick Setyan</td>
<td>Wedbush</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$18.00</td>
<td>$19.50</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Lauren Silberman</td>
<td>Deutsche Bank</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Hold</td>
<td>$18.00</td>
<td>$20.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Chris O'Cull</td>
<td>Stifel</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Hold</td>
<td>$19.00</td>
<td>$20.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Andrew Strelzik</td>
<td>BMO Capital</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Market Perform</td>
<td>$19.00</td>
<td>$22.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Jeffrey Bernstein</td>
<td>Barclays</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Equal-Weight</td>
<td>$18.00</td>
<td>$20.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Brian Mullan</td>
<td>Piper Sandler</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$19.00</td>
<td>$23.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Nick Setyan</td>
<td>Wedbush</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$18.00</td>
<td>$19.50</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Jim Salera</td>
<td>Stephens &amp; Co.</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Equal-Weight</td>
<td>$19.00</td>
<td>$20.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Nick Setyan</td>
<td>Wedbush</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$19.50</td>
<td>$19.50</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Jim Salera</td>
<td>Stephens &amp; Co.</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Equal-Weight</td>
<td>$20.00</td>
<td>$20.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Nick Setyan</td>
<td>Wedbush</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$19.50</td>
<td>$21.00</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Action Taken: Analysts respond to changes in market conditions and company performance, frequently updating their recommendations. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise' or 'Lower' their stance, it reflects their reaction to recent developments related to Wendy's. This information offers a snapshot of how analysts perceive the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Gaining insights, analysts provide qualitative assessments, ranging from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings reflect expectations for the relative performance of Wendy's compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Analysts provide insights into price targets, offering estimates for the future value of Wendy's's stock. This comparison reveals trends in analysts' expectations over time.</li>
</ul>
Considering these analyst evaluations in conjunction with other financial indicators can offer a comprehensive understanding of Wendy's's market position. Stay informed and make well-informed decisions with our Ratings Table.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/WEN/analyst-ratings?utm_source=Benzinga Insights">Stay up to date on Wendy's analyst ratings.</a>
<h2>Delving into Wendy's's Background</h2>
The Wendy's Company is the second-largest burger quick-service restaurant, or QSR, chain in the United States by systemwide sales, with $12.3 billion in 2023, narrowly edging Burger King ($11.5 billion) and clocking in well behind wide-moat McDonald's ($53.1 billion). After divestitures of Tim Hortons (2006) and Arby's (2011), the firm manages just the burger banner, generating sales across a footprint that spanned almost 7,157 total stores in 30 countries as of year-end 2023. Wendy's generates revenue from the sale of hamburgers, chicken sandwiches, salads, and fries throughout its company-owned footprint, through franchise royalty and marketing fund payments remitted by its franchisees, which account for 94% of stores, and through franchise flipping and advisory fees.
<h3>Wendy's: A Financial Overview</h3>
Market Capitalization Analysis: Below industry benchmarks, the company's market capitalization reflects a smaller scale relative to peers. This could be attributed to factors such as growth expectations or operational capacity.
Positive Revenue Trend: Examining Wendy's's financials over 3 months reveals a positive narrative. The company achieved a noteworthy revenue growth rate of 1.63% as of 30 June, 2024, showcasing a substantial increase in top-line earnings. As compared to competitors, the company encountered difficulties, with a growth rate lower than the average among peers in the Consumer Discretionary sector.
Net Margin: Wendy's's net margin excels beyond industry benchmarks, reaching 9.57%. This signifies efficient cost management and strong financial health.
Return on Equity (ROE): Wendy's's ROE stands out, surpassing industry averages. With an impressive ROE of 19.26%, the company demonstrates effective use of equity capital and strong financial performance.
Return on Assets (ROA): Wendy's's ROA lags behind industry averages, suggesting challenges in maximizing returns from its assets. With an ROA of 1.06%, the company may face hurdles in achieving optimal financial performance.
Debt Management: Wendy's's debt-to-equity ratio surpasses industry norms, standing at 14.99. This suggests the company carries a substantial amount of debt, posing potential financial challenges.
<h2>The Significance of Analyst Ratings Explained</h2>
Ratings come from analysts, or specialists within banking and financial systems that report for specific stocks or defined sectors (typically once per quarter for each stock). Analysts usually derive their information from company conference calls and meetings, financial statements, and conversations with important insiders to reach their decisions.
Some analysts publish their predictions for metrics such as growth estimates, earnings, and revenue to provide additional guidance with their ratings. When using analyst ratings, it is important to keep in mind that stock and sector analysts are also human and are only offering their opinions to investors.
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18 Analysts Assess Wendy's: What You Need To Know

TD Cowen analyst Andrew Charles maintains Wendy's (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WEN#NASDAQ">WEN</a>) with a Hold and raises the price target from $17 to $19.

TD Cowen Maintains Hold on Wendy's, Raises Price Target to $19

In the current session, the stock is trading at $19.06, after a 2.36% spike. Over the past month, Wendy's Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/WEN#NASDAQ">WEN</a>) stock increased by 7.30%, and in the past year, by 1.32%. With performance like this, long-term shareholders are optimistic but others are more likely to look into the price-to-earnings ratio to see if the stock might be overvalued.

<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1728918010_0.png" alt="Past Year Chart" />

<h3>Comparing Wendy's P/E Against Its Peers</h3>
The P/E ratio is used by long-term shareholders to assess the company's market performance against aggregate market data, historical earnings, and the industry at large. A lower P/E could indicate that shareholders do not expect the stock to perform better in the future or it could mean that the company is undervalued. 
Wendy's has a lower P/E than the aggregate P/E of 82.01 of the Hotels, Restaurants &amp; Leisure industry. Ideally, one might believe that the stock might perform worse than its peers, but it's also probable that the stock is undervalued. 

<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1728918010_1.png" alt="Guage" />

In conclusion, the price-to-earnings ratio is a useful metric for analyzing a company's market performance, but it has its limitations. While a lower P/E can indicate that a company is undervalued, it can also suggest that shareholders do not expect future growth. Additionally, the P/E ratio should not be used in isolation, as other factors such as industry trends and business cycles can also impact a company's stock price. Therefore, investors should use the P/E ratio in conjunction with other financial metrics and qualitative analysis to make informed investment decisions.

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