Acquiring Company
Yum Brands
Acquired Company
Pizza Hut
Plano
United KingdomFood and BeverageHospitalityRestaurantsDescription
Yum! Brands has announced the sale of Pizza Hut for $2.7 billion. The decision follows several quarters of declining same-store sales in the US market. This market is critical, as it constitutes 40% of Pizza Hut's total international sales. The company had been exploring the sale since November 2025.
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Who acquired Pizza Hut?
Pizza Hut was acquired by Yum Brands, based in Plano. The deal was reported on June 16, 2026. Yum Brands is publicly traded (YUM) and operates in Food and Beverage.
When did Yum Brands acquire Pizza Hut?
Yum Brands's acquisition of Pizza Hut was reported on June 16, 2026. Yum! Brands has announced the sale of Pizza Hut for $2.7 billion. The decision follows several quarters of declining same-store sales in the US market. This market is critical, as it constitutes 40% of Pizza Hut's total international sales. Fundz records the date the transaction was first publicly reported, sourced from filings and company announcements.
What does Pizza Hut do?
Pizza Hut is the company acquired in this transaction. It is privately held, and is based in United Kingdom.