Wendy's (WEN) News Today $11.36 +0.25 (+2.25%) Closing price 05/30/2025 04:00 PM EasternExtended Trading$11.40 +0.04 (+0.35%) As of 05/30/2025 07:59 PM Eastern Extended trading is trading that happens on electronic markets outside of regular trading hours. This is a fair market value extended hours price provided by Polygon.io. Learn more. Add Compare Share Share Headlines Stock AnalysisAnalyst ForecastsChartCompetitorsDividendEarningsFinancialsHeadlinesInsider TradesOptions ChainOwnershipSEC FilingsShort InterestSustainabilityTrendsBuy This Stock Why is Wendy's Up Today?The Wendy’s Company (NASDAQ:WEN) stock is reacting to a blend of promotional pushes, menu innovations, geographic expansion and growing bearish sentiment in the options market. Aggressive National Hamburger Day promotions, including 1-cent Jr. Bacon Cheeseburgers and classic burgers for five days, aimed at boosting foot traffic and mobile app engagement Launch of a novel sandwich that uses grilled-cheese “buns,” showcasing menu innovation to attract customers Introduction of a new burger across select markets, expanding the company’s core offering Opening of over two dozen new locations in 18 states, underlining ongoing growth and market penetration A widely shared consumer critique of one of Wendy’s dipping sauces, with limited impact on overall brand perception Share price recently touched a new 12-month low, reflecting investor caution Unusually large put-option volume—up 141% versus average—signals increasing bearish bets on WEN Posted 10h agoAI Generated. May Contain Errors. 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Sentiment All Sentiments Very Positive Positive Neutral Negative Very Negative Most Recent May 2025 April 2025 March 2025 February 2025 January 2025 December 2024 November 2024 October 2024 September 2024 August 2024 July 2024 June 2024 May 2024 April 2024 March 2024 February 2024 January 2024 December 2023 November 2023 October 2023 September 2023 August 2023 July 2023 June 2023 May 2023 April 2023 March 2023 February 2023 January 2023 December 2022 November 2022 October 2022 September 2022 August 2022 July 2022 June 2022 Time Period Macon's Burger-King-turned-Wendy's opening soonMay 30 at 11:25 PM | msn.comNational Hamburger Day 2025: Californians score deals at Burger King, Wendy's, Dairy Queen, and moreMay 30 at 6:23 PM | yahoo.comWendy's Just Gave Their Burger A Grilled Cheese TwistMay 30 at 6:23 PM | msn.comWendy’s Is Offering 1-Cent Burgers Through June 1. Here’s How To Get YoursMay 30 at 6:23 PM | msn.comWendy's offering 1-cent Jr. Bacon Cheeseburgers for 5 days: What to know in ALMay 30 at 5:20 AM | usatoday.comWhere National Hamburger Day freebies and deals? Burger King, Wendy's and moreMay 29 at 7:19 PM | usatoday.comThe Wendy's Dipping Sauce You Should Never Ask ForMay 29 at 7:19 PM | msn.comWendy’s Newest Burger Replaces Buns With Grilled Cheese SandwichesMay 29 at 7:19 PM | msn.comWendy’s Opened Over Two Dozen New Locations in 18 States. Here's the ListMay 29 at 7:19 PM | msn.comWendy's (NASDAQ:WEN) Reaches New 12-Month Low - Here's What HappenedWendy's (NASDAQ:WEN) Hits New 1-Year Low - Should You Sell?May 29 at 4:38 PM | marketbeat.comWendy's Target of Unusually Large Options Trading (NASDAQ:WEN)The Wendy's Company (NASDAQ:WEN - Get Free Report) saw unusually large options trading activity on Wednesday. Investors bought 17,119 put options on the stock. This is an increase of 141% compared to the average volume of 7,099 put options.May 29 at 10:52 AM | marketbeat.comIt's National Hamburger Day! Get Wendy's 1-cent burger, BOGO and more deals in TexasMay 28 at 11:20 AM | msn.comWendy’s Has 6 New Frosty Treats on the Menu (and I Ranked Them All, for Science)May 28 at 11:20 AM | yahoo.comNational Hamburger Day 2025: Free food at Burger King, deals at Wendy's, Dairy Queen, moreMay 28 at 11:20 AM | msn.comNational Hamburger Day 2025: Free food at Burger King; Wendy's, Dairy Queen deals in OhioMay 28 at 6:19 AM | yahoo.comNuveen Asset Management LLC Boosts Holdings in The Wendy's Company (NASDAQ:WEN)Nuveen Asset Management LLC increased its holdings in The Wendy's Company (NASDAQ:WEN - Free Report) by 46.5% in the fourth quarter, according to its most recent 13F filing with the SEC. The institutional investor owned 801,536 shares of the restaurant operator's stock after purchasing an additionMay 28 at 3:50 AM | marketbeat.comArgument at Wendy's in Laurens leads to shooting, police sayMay 28 at 1:18 AM | msn.comArgument at Upstate Wendy’s leads to shooting investigation: LPDMay 28 at 1:18 AM | msn.comPolice investigating shooting at Wendy’s in LaurensMay 28 at 1:18 AM | msn.comWendy's New In-Store Find Makes for 'Legit' Homemade BaconatorsMay 27, 2025 | msn.comFind National Hamburger Day freebies and deals Burger King, Shake Shack, Wendy's and moreMay 27, 2025 | msn.comNational Hamburger Day: Free food at Burger King and deals at Wendy's and Dairy QueenMay 27, 2025 | yahoo.comWendy's Has a Tasty Treat That'll Make Your Day and It's Practically FreeMay 27, 2025 | msn.comWendy's SWOT analysis: stock faces headwinds amid growth plansMay 26, 2025 | investing.comWendy's employee accidentally crashes car into Oakland Park restaurant where he works, Broward officials sayMay 26, 2025 | cbsnews.comWendy's Vs McDonald's: Who Makes The Better Breakfast Sandwich?May 26, 2025 | msn.comTwo Sigma Advisers LP Sells 620,000 Shares of The Wendy's Company (NASDAQ:WEN)Two Sigma Advisers LP cut its position in shares of The Wendy's Company (NASDAQ:WEN - Free Report) by 59.4% during the 4th quarter, according to its most recent disclosure with the Securities & Exchange Commission. The institutional investor owned 424,605 shares of the restaurant operator's stMay 26, 2025 | marketbeat.comWendy's Vs McDonald's: Which Fast Food Chain Has The Best Coffee?May 25, 2025 | msn.comWhat Are Wendy's Frostys Actually Made Of?May 25, 2025 | msn.comNeo Ivy Capital Management Acquires Shares of 228,432 The Wendy's Company (NASDAQ:WEN)Neo Ivy Capital Management acquired a new stake in The Wendy's Company (NASDAQ:WEN - Free Report) in the 4th quarter, according to the company in its most recent disclosure with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). The firm acquired 228,432 shares of the restaurant operator's stock, valuedMay 25, 2025 | marketbeat.comTwo Sigma Investments LP Sells 1,224,618 Shares of The Wendy's Company (NASDAQ:WEN)Two Sigma Investments LP reduced its stake in shares of The Wendy's Company (NASDAQ:WEN - Free Report) by 57.0% in the 4th quarter, according to its most recent Form 13F filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). The institutional investor owned 923,115 shares of the restaurant operMay 25, 2025 | marketbeat.comRoyal Bank of Canada Has $39.11 Million Holdings in The Wendy's Company (NASDAQ:WEN)Royal Bank of Canada cut its position in The Wendy's Company (NASDAQ:WEN - Free Report) by 7.8% during the fourth quarter, according to its most recent 13F filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission. The fund owned 2,399,675 shares of the restaurant operator's stock after selling 201,853 shMay 25, 2025 | marketbeat.comNomura Holdings Inc. Acquires Shares of 22,720 The Wendy's Company (NASDAQ:WEN)Nomura Holdings Inc. acquired a new stake in The Wendy's Company (NASDAQ:WEN - Free Report) in the fourth quarter, according to the company in its most recent 13F filing with the SEC. The institutional investor acquired 22,720 shares of the restaurant operator's stock, valued at approximately $370May 25, 2025 | marketbeat.comInsider Buying: The Wendy's Company (NASDAQ:WEN) Insider Purchases 1,750 Shares of StockMay 24, 2025 | insidertrades.comMan Group plc Makes New Investment in The Wendy's Company (NASDAQ:WEN)Man Group plc purchased a new position in shares of The Wendy's Company (NASDAQ:WEN - Free Report) during the fourth quarter, according to its most recent 13F filing with the SEC. The institutional investor purchased 284,880 shares of the restaurant operator's stock, valued at approximately $4,644May 24, 2025 | marketbeat.comWendy's Announces Special Offer for 1 Day OnlyMay 23, 2025 | msn.comInsider Buying: Matthew O'Brien Acquires Shares of The Wendy's Co (WEN)May 23, 2025 | gurufocus.comHere’s Why the Brand-New Frosty at Wendy’s Won Me OverMay 23, 2025 | msn.comThe Ultimate Party Pack: Wendy’s Fan-Favorites Served Straight from the BucketMay 23, 2025 | msn.comWendy's, Krispy Kreme, and More Drop New Fast Food Deals That Feel Like a WinMay 23, 2025 | msn.comPharVision Advisers LLC Buys Shares of 32,507 The Wendy's Company (NASDAQ:WEN)PharVision Advisers LLC acquired a new stake in shares of The Wendy's Company (NASDAQ:WEN - Free Report) during the fourth quarter, according to the company in its most recent Form 13F filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission. The institutional investor acquired 32,507 shares of the restMay 23, 2025 | marketbeat.comWendy’s Baked Potato Sets the Chain Apart—Here’s What to Know About ItMay 23, 2025 | msn.comLook at Wendy's new Grilled Cheese Cheeseburger. It's only in Canada. Will we get a taste?May 22, 2025 | msn.comTeza Capital Management LLC Takes Position in The Wendy's Company (NASDAQ:WEN)Teza Capital Management LLC acquired a new position in shares of The Wendy's Company (NASDAQ:WEN - Free Report) in the fourth quarter, according to its most recent disclosure with the Securities and Exchange Commission. The fund acquired 52,750 shares of the restaurant operator's stock, valued at aMay 22, 2025 | marketbeat.comWendy’s Is Giving Away Free Frosty Fusions for One Week. Here Are the DetailsMay 22, 2025 | msn.comCheck out the buns on Wendy's grilled cheese cheeseburger. Here's where to get oneMay 21, 2025 | yahoo.comWendy's stock hits 52-week low at $11.69 amid market challengesMay 21, 2025 | investing.comFocus Partners Wealth Purchases 22,092 Shares of The Wendy's Company (NASDAQ:WEN)Focus Partners Wealth increased its stake in shares of The Wendy's Company (NASDAQ:WEN - Free Report) by 60.2% in the fourth quarter, according to its most recent 13F filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). The fund owned 58,818 shares of the restaurant operator's stock after purcMay 21, 2025 | marketbeat.comHere's What You Can Get For Free From Wendy's On Your BirthdayMay 20, 2025 | msn.comWendy’s menu adds hot new additions featuring a beloved snackMay 20, 2025 | msn.com Get Wendy's News Delivered to You Automatically Sign up to receive the latest news and ratings for WEN and its competitors with MarketBeat's FREE daily newsletter. Email Address WEN Media Mentions By Week WEN Media Sentiment Learn about the media sentiment score. 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