Wendy's Company (WEN) shares plummeted 5.01% during intraday trading on Tuesday, reflecting significant selling pressure.
The sharp decline follows a series of analyst price target reductions issued earlier in the day. Barclays, Deutsche Bank, Evercore ISI, and Truist Securities all lowered their targets for the fast-food chain. Barclays and Evercore ISI both cut their targets to $8 from $9, while Deutsche Bank reduced its target to $8 from $10. Truist Securities maintained a Buy rating but lowered its target to $10 from $11.
These adjustments contributed to a negative shift in market sentiment towards the stock. Analyst commentary referenced the company's mixed fourth-quarter performance as a factor in the revised outlook.