Nomura said in a research report that YUM CHINA (09987.HK) -4.600 (-1.267%) Short selling $66.07M; Ratio 11.999% delivered 1Q results that slightly beat expectations, maintaining balanced growth in same-store sales, profitability, scale and shareholder returns. During the period, revenue rose 10% YoY to USD3.27 billion, above market expectations of USD3.22 billion; operating profit increased 12% YoY to USD447 million, exceeding market expectations of USD434 million.Nomura slightly raised its revenue forecasts for YUM CHINA for this year and next year by 1% to 2%, and lifted its net profit forecasts by 1% to 3%, mainly reflecting faster store openings. The H-share TP was increased from HKD459 to HKD464, with a Buy rating. (hc/da)(HK stocks quote is delayed for at least 15 mins.Short Selling Data as at 2026-05-15 16:25.)Related News UBS: YUM CHINA (09987.HK) Bids for Jardines HK KFC, Pizza Hut Biz; Sees Margin Upside and Faster APAC Expansion; Rates Yum China Holdings, Inc. (YUMC.US) Buy with TP USD67.6
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