Condensed Consolidated Statements of Comprehensive Income (Loss) (USD $) In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	3 Months Ended		9 Months Ended
	Sep. 29, 2013	Sep. 30, 2012	Sep. 29, 2013	Sep. 30, 2012
Net (loss) income	$ (2,162)	$ (26,162)	$ 11,973	$ (16,921)
Other comprehensive income (loss), net:
Foreign currency translation adjustment	4,851	7,920	(7,029)	9,309
Change in unrecognized pension loss, net of income tax benefits of $37 and $127, respectively	0	0	(62)	(217)
Other comprehensive income (loss), net	4,851	7,920	(7,091)	9,092
Comprehensive income (loss)	2,689	(18,242)	4,882	(7,829)
Comprehensive loss (income) attributable to noncontrolling interests	301	0	(103)	(2,384)
Comprehensive income (loss) attributable to The Wendy’s Company	$ 2,990	$ (18,242)	$ 4,779	$ (10,213)