Peter J. Suerken JR, an insider at Wendy's Co (WEN), purchased 1,204 shares of the company's stock on November 19, 2025, at a price of $7.88 per share, totaling approximately $9,000. Following this transaction, Suerken holds 1,204 shares of Wendy's.
Wendy's Co operates, develops, and franchises quick-service restaurants, employing 4,833 full-time staff. The company’s menu features items such as square hamburgers, the Spicy Chicken Sandwich, and the Frosty dessert. With a market capitalization of $1.7 billion, Wendy's has a price-to-earnings ratio of 9.04 and an earnings per share figure of 0.94. The company is set to report earnings on April 30, 2026, with an estimated EPS of $0.19 and revenue of $547.4 million.
Insider buying is often seen as a positive signal, reflecting potential confidence in the company's future. However, investors are advised to consider broader patterns of insider activity rather than isolated transactions, as various motivations can influence these decisions.
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