Yum China Completes $1.2 Billion Acquisition of Pizza Hut China Ownership, Ending Franchise Fees
Yum China said on August 7 that it has closed its $1.2 billion deal to acquire ownership of the Pizza Hut brand in mainland China from Yum! Brands. Following the transaction, Pizza Hut China is no longer obligated to pay the franchise fees that had been payable to Yum! The acquisition removes the recurring fee arrangement and gives Yum China full ownership of the brand in the mainland market.
Yum China announced on August 7 that it has completed the acquisition of ownership of the Pizza Hut brand in mainland China from Yum! Brands for $1.2 billion. After the transaction, Pizza Hut China will no longer pay Yum! Brands the franchise fees that previously applied.
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