Kuai Jeff, an insider at Yum China Holdings Inc (YUMC), has acquired 65,853 shares of the company at a price of $21.06 per share, totaling approximately $1.39 million. This transaction occurred on November 19, 2025, and brings Kuai's total holdings in Yum China to 65,853 shares.
Yum China Holdings, headquartered in Shanghai, operates in the Hotels, Restaurants & Leisure industry and employs around 140,000 full-time staff. The company is known for its franchise and ownership of restaurant entities, primarily through its well-known brands such as KFC and Pizza Hut. As of November 20, 2025, Yum China boasts a market capitalization of $15.9 billion, a price-to-earnings ratio (P/E) of 17.57, and an earnings per share (EPS) of 2.41.
The move underscores insider confidence in the company’s performance, as such transactions can indicate positive sentiment regarding future prospects. However, it is important to recognize that insider buying activity can arise from various personal or regulatory motivations.
Investors are encouraged to consider broader patterns of insider trading alongside other financial indicators. Yum China is scheduled to report its upcoming earnings on August 3, 2026, with an estimated EPS of $0.70 and projected revenue of $3.0 billion.