Is Yum! Brands Stock Underperforming the Dow?

With a market cap of $44.2 billion, Yum! Brands, Inc. (YUM) is a global quick-service restaurant company that develops, operates, and franchises restaurant brands in the United States, China, and many other international markets. The company manages its business through four main segments: KFC, Taco Bell, Pizza Hut, and Habit Burger & Grill.

Companies valued at $10 billion or more are generally considered “large-cap” stocks, and Yum! Brands fits this criterion perfectly. Its brands specialize in popular fast-food categories, including fried chicken, Mexican-style food, pizza, and made-to-order chargrilled burgers and sandwiches.