HK Stock Market Move | YUM CHINA (09987) up more than 3%, net profit increased by 6% year-on-year in the first quarter, operating profit margin has increased for eight consecutive quarters.

YUM CHINA (09987) rose more than 3%, as of the time of publication, it increased by 3.16% to HK$391.2, with a turnover of HK$93.1256 million. In terms of news, YUM CHINA released its performance for the first quarter of 2026, with total revenue of approximately $3.271 billion, a 10% year-on-year increase. Operating profit increased by 12% year-on-year to $447 million, reaching a new high for the first quarter. Core operating profit increased by 6% year-on-year. The company's attributable net profit was approximately $309 million, a 6% year-on-year increase. During the period, a net of 636 new stores were added, setting a new record for a single quarter, more than double compared to the same period last year, with franchisee stores accounting for 39% of the net additions. As of March 31, 2026, the total number of stores reached 18,737. CEO Qu Cuirong pointed out that the group achieved continuous improvement in system sales, operating profit, and operating profit margin for the eighth consecutive quarter.