THE WENDY'S COMPANY REPORTS FIRST QUARTER 2026 RESULTS

Global systemwide sales were $3.2 billion, a decrease of 5.5% International systemwide sales grew 6.0% Reported net income was $22.7 million and adjusted EBITDA was $111.3 million Reported diluted earnings per share and adjusted earnings per share were $0.12 Entered into a franchise agreement to build up to 1,000 restaurants across China Reaffirms full-year 2026 outlook DUBLIN, Ohio, May 8, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The Wendy's Company (Nasdaq: WEN) today reported unaudited results for the first quarter ended March 29, 2026. "We are taking decisive action to strengthen the Wendy's system and improve performance," said Ken Cook, Interim CEO.