Yum China buys Pizza Hut China brand rights from Yum! Brands for USD 1.2 billion

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  • Yum China agreed to buy Willow Glade Investments from Yum! Brands for USD 1.2 billion in cash.
  • Deal transfers Pizza Hut brand ownership in mainland China to Yum China, replacing its current exclusive operating and subfranchising rights.
  • Transaction removes ongoing Pizza Hut franchise fees previously paid to Yum! Brands.
  • Closing expected in Q3 2026, no earlier than Aug. 17, 2026.
  • Purchase price implies a 19.5x P/E multiple, based on trailing 12-month Pizza Hut China franchise fees and a 16.5% tax rate assumption.


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