Shares of Yum China Holdings Inc., the largest restaurant company in China, surged over 6% on November 4th after the company reported better-than-expected third-quarter results. The strong performance was driven by continued expansion and robust demand for its popular restaurant chains, including KFC, Pizza Hut, and Taco Bell.

Yum China reported an adjusted earnings per share of $0.77 for the quarter, exceeding analysts' estimates of $0.68. The company's revenue also beat expectations, reaching $3.07 billion compared to the estimated $3.05 billion. This impressive performance can be attributed to the company's aggressive expansion strategy, with 438 new stores opened during the quarter, bringing the total store count to 15,861 across China.

The company's strong financial results and continued growth prospects have fueled investor optimism, driving the stock price higher. Analysts believe that Yum China's focus on menu innovation, digital initiatives, and expansion into new markets will continue to drive growth and profitability in the coming quarters.