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LongRange Capital acquires Pizza Hut for $1.5b

PRIVATEAug 17, 2026•about 2 hours ago

Acquiring Company

LongRange Capital

Acquired Company

Pizza Hut

United KingdomFinancial ServicesAngel Investment

Description

LongRange Capital has acquired Pizza Hut for $1.5 billion. Following the sale, Pizza Hut's global CEO Aaron Powell will resign from his position. Yum! Brands, the parent company of Pizza Hut, initially announced the sale last June.

Company Information

Company

LongRange Capital

Location

First Stamford Place

About

Founded in 2019, LongRange Capital was formed to take a longer-term approach to investing and building middle market businesses through a company-focused and customer-first philosophy. The firm’s investment professionals have a long track record of demonstrated success and collectively bring 50+ years of investing experience. LongRange is currently investing a highly flexible, committed capital pool backed by long-term institutional holders. For more information, please visit www.longrangepartners.com.

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Frequently asked

Who acquired Pizza Hut?

Pizza Hut was acquired by LongRange Capital. The deal was reported on August 17, 2026. Founded in 2019, LongRange Capital was formed to take a longer-term approach to investing and building middle market businesses through a company-focused and customer-first philosophy. LongRange Capital is privately held and operates in Financial Services.

When did LongRange Capital acquire Pizza Hut?

LongRange Capital's acquisition of Pizza Hut was reported on August 17, 2026. LongRange Capital has acquired Pizza Hut for $1.5 billion. Following the sale, Pizza Hut's global CEO Aaron Powell will resign from his position. Yum! Brands, the parent company of Pizza Hut, initially announced the sale last June. 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.

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