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Wendy’s Cuts Dividend and Withdraws 2026 Guidance as Sales Slide

The company said the smaller payout will fund a five-point turnaround to fix steep traffic declines that are eroding franchise margins.

Wendy’s to Shutter 5%–6% of U.S. Restaurants by Mid-2026

Wendy’s to Close 5%–6% of U.S. Restaurants in First Half After Steep Sales Drop

Wendy’s to Close Hundreds of U.S. Restaurants Under Project Fresh

Wendy’s to Close 200–350 U.S. Restaurants Through 2026 Under Turnaround Plan