Wendy's — Feb 13, 2026 release

2026 Outlook During 2026 the Company Expects:   Global systemwide sales growth      Approximately Flat   Adjusted EBITDA      $460 to $480 million   Adjusted earnings per share      $0.56 to $0.60   Capital expenditures and franchise development fund investments      $120 to $130 million   Free cash flow      $190 to $205 million   As previously disclosed, the Company modified its definition of free cash flow to reflect expenditures related to its franchise development fund beginning with its first quarter 2025 results. Conference Call and Webcast Scheduled for 8:30 a.m. Today, February 13 The Company will host a conference call on Friday, February 13 at 8:30 a.m. ET, with a simultaneous webcast from the Company’s Investor Relations website at www.irwendys.com . The related presentation materials are now available on the Company’s Investor Relations website. The live conference call will be available by telephone at (844) 200-6205 for domestic callers and (929) 526-1599 for international callers, both using event ID 383100. A replay of the webcast will be available on the Company’s Investor Relations website.   4 About Wendy’s The Wendy’s Company (Nasdaq: WEN) and Wendy’s ® franchisees employ hundreds of thousands of people across more than 7,000 restaurants worldwide. Founded in 1969, Wendy’s is committed to the promise of Fresh Famous Food, Made Right, For You, delivered to customers through its craveable menu including made-to-order square hamburgers using fresh beef*, and fan fa