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Yum Brands earnings beat estimates, but cyclospora outbreak weighs on Taco Bell
Tuesday, November 3, 2026
Taco Bell experienced a decline in same-store sales following a Cyclospora outbreak linked to lettuce served at its restaurants, which reduced customer traffic. Yum Brands, Taco Bell's parent company, reported earnings that exceeded analyst estimates. The outbreak prompted investigations into the sourcing and handling of produce at affected locations.
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