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Yum China expands share repurchase authorization by $1B to $3.4B
Yum China Holdings, Inc.
- Board increased share repurchase authorization by $1B, bringing total to $3.4B; remaining authorization ~$1.8B.
- From 2017 to Nov 1, 2023, Yum China repurchased 36M shares for $1.6B.
- Expansion aligns with plan to return $3B to shareholders via dividends and buybacks from 2024-2026.
- CEO Joey Wat cited strong balance sheet, cash flow, and confidence in growth strategy RGM 2.0.