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Wendy's (WEN) Reports Fifth Quarter of Declines Amid CEO Change

Wendy's (WEN) announced the appointment of Bob Wright as CEO following five consecutive quarters of same-store sales declines. The company plans to close around 300 restaurants in the first half of the year to address consumer value concerns. Over the past year, Wendy's shares have fallen nearly 35%, leading to a market value of approximately $1.55 billion. Rumors suggest Trian Fund Management, which holds a 7.85% stake in Wendy's, is exploring a potential take-private deal, further complicating the company's financial outlook.