The Wendy’s Co (WEN)

Operating profit margin

Dec 31, 2024 Dec 31, 2023 Dec 31, 2022 Dec 31, 2021 Dec 31, 2020
Operating income US$ in thousands 371,359 381,984 353,314 366,960 269,308
Revenue US$ in thousands 2,246,490 2,181,580 2,095,500 1,897,000 1,733,820
Operating profit margin 16.53% 17.51% 16.86% 19.34% 15.53%

December 31, 2024 calculation

Operating profit margin = Operating income ÷ Revenue
= $371,359K ÷ $2,246,490K
= 16.53%

The operating profit margin of The Wendy's Co has shown variation over the past five years. It increased from 15.53% as of December 31, 2020, to 19.34% as of December 31, 2021, indicating improved operational efficiency and profitability. However, in the following year, the operating profit margin slightly decreased to 16.86% as of December 31, 2022. Subsequently, the margin increased to 17.51% as of December 31, 2023, before declining to 16.53% as of December 31, 2024. Overall, the company has displayed fluctuations in its operating profit margin, which could be influenced by various factors such as changes in revenue, expenses, and cost management strategies.


Peer comparison

Dec 31, 2024

Company name
Symbol
Operating profit margin
The Wendy’s Co
WEN
16.53%
Shake Shack Inc
SHAK
0.24%
Starbucks Corporation
SBUX
14.95%