The Wendy's Company
WEN
Rank in Stocks
#6795
The Wendy's Company, together with its subsidiaries, engages in the operation,... The Wendy's Company, together with its subsidiaries, engages in the operation, development, and franchising of a system of quick-service restaurants in the United States and internationally. The company operates through the Wendy’s U.S., Wendy’s International, and Global Real Estate & Development segments. Its restaurants offer a menu that includes hamburger sandwiches and chicken sandwiches; chicken tenders and nuggets, chili, french fries, baked potatoes, salads, soft drinks, Frosty desserts, and kids’ meals; breakfast menu, including the Breakfast Baconator sandwich and seasoned products; and a variety of promotional products on a limited time basis. The company also owns and leases real estate properties. As of December 28, 2025, there were 5,969 Wendy’s restaurants in operation in the United States and 1,428 Wendy’s restaurants in operation in 38 foreign countries and U.S. territories. The company was formerly known as Wendy's/Arby's Group, Inc. and changed its name to The Wendy’s Company in July 2011. The Wendy's Company was founded in 1969 and is headquartered in Dublin, Ohio.
Share Price
$8.30
Last synced: 2026-11-09
Market Cap
$1.58B
Change (1 day)
1.84%
Change (1 year)
-6.21%
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Operating Margin for The Wendy's Company (WEN)
Operating Margin as of November 2026 TTM: 13.39%
According to The Wendy's Company's latest financial reports, its current operating margin (TTM) is 13.39%. At the end of 2025 the company had an operating margin of 15.27%.
Operating Margin history for The Wendy's Company from 2000 to 2026
Operating Margin at the end of each year
| Year | Operating Margin | Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 (TTM) | 13.39% | -12.31% |
| 2025 | 15.27% | -7.62% |
| 2024 | 16.53% | -5.60% |
| 2023 | 17.51% | -9.46% |
| 2022 | 19.34% | 24.53% |
| 2021 | 15.53% | 1.11% |
| 2019 | 15.36% | -2.29% |
| 2018 | 15.72% | -10.43% |
| 2017 | 17.55% | 19.55% |
| 2016 | 14.68% | 20.92% |
| 2014 | 12.14% | 111.13% |
| 2013 | 5.75% | -15.44% |
| 2012 | 6.80% | -16.05% |
| 2011 | 8.10% | 1.00% |
| 2009 | 8.02% | -135.35% |
| 2008 | -22.69% | -538.88% |
| 2007 | 5.17% | 33.59% |
| 2006 | 3.87% | 108.06% |
| 2005 | 1.86% | -553.66% |
| 2003 | -0.41% | -103.70% |
| 2002 | 11.07% | 147.10% |
| 2001 | 4.48% | 127.41% |
| 2000 | 1.97% | 0.00% |
Operating Margin for similar companies or competitors
| Company | Operating Margin | Operating Margin Difference | Country |
|---|---|---|---|
| 46.22% | -96.55% |
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| 9.65% | -99.28% |
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| 14.49% | -98.92% |
US
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| 30.99% | -97.69% |
US
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| 27.14% | -97.97% |
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What is a company's Operating Margin?
The operating margin is a key indicator to assess the profitability of a company. Higher operating margins are generaly better as they show that a company is able to sell its products or services for much more than their production costs. The operating margin is calculated by dividing a company's earnings by its revenue.
Questions about The Wendy's Company's operating margin
What is The Wendy's Company's operating margin?
The Wendy's Company's operating margin is 13.39%, as of Nov 2026.
What was The Wendy's Company's operating margin in 2025?
In 2025, The Wendy's Company's operating margin was 15.27%, compared with 16.53% in 2024.
How has The Wendy's Company's operating margin changed since 2021?
From 2021 to 2025, The Wendy's Company's operating margin was highest in 2022 (19.34%) and lowest in 2025 (15.27%).
How does The Wendy's Company's operating margin compare with similar companies?
The Wendy's Company's operating margin (13.39%) is higher than that of 1 of the 5 similar companies listed above. The highest among them is McDonald's Corporation, with 46.22%.