Taco Bell sales fall more than expected on cyclosporiasis outbreak hit

Yum Brands faced a setback in the third quarter as Taco Bell reported declining sales, primarily due to a cyclosporiasis outbreak that sparked customer concerns. While the outbreak severely impacted customer traffic, there was a notable recovery in sales during September and October. Although same-store sales remained flat, falling short of analysts' predictions, the company surpassed profit expectations, boosting investor trust in Yum Brands.