Yum China delivered a Q4 2024 revenue of USD 2.595 billion, up 4.1% year over year but down 15.5% quarter over quarter, reflecting seasonality and promotional activity as comp store sales normalize post-peak COVID-era demand. Gross margin stood at 13.7% (up 15.2% YoY but down 35.3% QoQ on mix and cost dynamics); operating margin was 5.82%, yielding operating income of USD 151 million. Net income reached USD 115 million with EPS of USD 0.30, marking an 18.6% YoY increase but a 61.0% QoQ decline. EBITDA was USD 289 million, supporting a solid but slower earnings trajectory in Q4 relative to prior quarters. Cash flow remained positive from operations (USD 167 million) but free cash flow was negative (USD -15 million) due to higher capital expenditure and working capital needs. Yum China ended the period with USD 723 million in cash and short-term investments of USD 1.844 billion, and net debt of approximately USD 1.69 billion, indicating a conservative liquidity position despite ongoing capital discipline. The company also pursued share repurchases (USD 192 million) and debt repayments (USD 179 million) in the quarter, signaling a flexible capital allocation strategy. Management commentary in the call focused on sustaining store productivity, accelerating digital commerce, and menu optimization to drive traffic, while monitoring cost inflation and macro headwinds in China. Overall, the quarter reflects a transition phase where growth moderation is balanced by a disciplined balance sheet and near-term upside from operating leverage and mix shift as the Asia consumer environment stabilizes.