McDonald's Corporation (MCD)
NYSE:MCD
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MCD Stock Chart & Stats
$311.36
-$2.38(-0.82%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
$311.36
-$2.38(-0.82%)
Day’s Range― - ―
52-Week Range$271.85 - $341.75
Previous CloseN/A
Volume701.45K
Average Volume (3M)4.28M
Market Cap
$202.36B
Enterprise Value$252.08B
Total Cash (Recent Filing)$1.17B
Total Debt (Recent Filing)$54.88B
Price to Earnings (P/E)23.3
Beta0.25
Next Earnings
Jul 29, 2026EPS Estimate
3.35Next Dividend Ex-DateN/A
Dividend Yield2.31%
Share Statistics
EPS (TTM)12.17
Shares Outstanding710,505,860
10 Day Avg. Volume4,475,108
30 Day Avg. Volume4,276,445
Financial Highlights & Ratios
PEG Ratio5.30
Price to Book (P/B)-121.81
Price to Sales (P/S)8.11
P/FCF Ratio30.34
Enterprise Value/Market Cap1.25
Enterprise Value/Revenue9.18
Enterprise Value/Gross Profit16.01
Enterprise Value/Ebitda16.90
Forecast
1Y Price Target
$330.84Price Target Upside6.26% Upside
Rating ConsensusModerate Buy
Number of Analyst Covering23
EPS Forecast (FY)12.99
Revenue Forecast (FY)$28.50B
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Profitability & Cash GenerationMcDonald’s generates exceptionally high cash flow and margins versus peers. Durable cash conversion funds dividends, development and marketing, supports franchisee programs and buybacks, and provides a buffer through economic cycles, underpinning long-term financial flexibility.
Franchise-heavy Model & Development ScaleA franchise‑centric model with aggressive development in China and a global 50,000‑restaurant target lowers corporate capital intensity while expanding fee and rent streams. System growth drives recurring franchise revenues and long‑term market presence in high‑opportunity markets.
Brand Power, Marketing & Menu InnovationGlobal brand scale and culturally resonant marketing campaigns plus menu and beverage innovations sustain traffic and pricing power. These scalable advantages enhance unit economics and market share over time, supporting durable competitive differentiation.
Bears Say
High Leverage & Negative EquitySubstantial absolute debt and negative equity limit financial flexibility and raise sensitivity to rising rates or shocks. High leverage constrains capital allocation choices, increases refinancing risk over time, and reduces the balance sheet cushion in downturns.
U.S. Company‑Operated Margin WeaknessWeak company‑operated margins signal structural cost or execution issues where McDonald’s bears full operating risk. Persistent underperformance would compress consolidated profitability, limit cash flow upside and may force operational or ownership mix changes to restore margins.
Franchisee Profitability Pressure & Inflation RiskSustained commodity and input inflation strains franchisee economics, risking systemwide performance and requiring support or price hikes. That dynamic can reduce unit openings, increase franchisee strain, and raise the operational and reputational burden on corporate over the medium term.
McDonald's News
MCD FAQ
What was McDonald's Corporation’s price range in the past 12 months?
McDonald's Corporation lowest stock price was $271.85 and its highest was $341.75 in the past 12 months.
What is McDonald's Corporation’s market cap?
McDonald's Corporation’s market cap is $202.36B.
When is McDonald's Corporation’s upcoming earnings report date?
McDonald's Corporation’s upcoming earnings report date is Jul 29, 2026 which is in 43 days.
How were McDonald's Corporation’s earnings last quarter?
McDonald's Corporation released its earnings results on May 07, 2026. The company reported $2.83 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of $2.745 by $0.085.
Is McDonald's Corporation overvalued?
According to Wall Street analysts McDonald's Corporation’s price is currently Undervalued.
Does McDonald's Corporation pay dividends?
McDonald's Corporation pays a Quarterly dividend of $1.86 which represents an annual dividend yield of 2.31%. See more information on McDonald's Corporation dividends here
What is McDonald's Corporation’s EPS estimate?
McDonald's Corporation’s EPS estimate is 3.35.
How many shares outstanding does McDonald's Corporation have?
McDonald's Corporation has 710,505,860 shares outstanding.
What happened to McDonald's Corporation’s price movement after its last earnings report?
McDonald's Corporation reported an EPS of $2.83 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of $2.745. Following the earnings report the stock price went down -0.141%.
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of McDonald's Corporation?
Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in MCD
What is the TipRanks Smart Score and how is it calculated?
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McDonald's Stock Smart Score
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Analyst Consensus
Moderate Buy
Average Price Target:
$330.84 (6.26% Upside)
$330.84 (6.26% Upside)
Blogger Sentiment
Bullish
MCD Sentiment 70%
Sector Average 66%
Sector Average 66%
Hedge Fund Trend
Increased
By 361.1K Shares
Last Quarter.
Last Quarter.
Insider Transactions
Sold Shares
Worth $4.4M over
the Last 3 Months
the Last 3 Months
Crowd Wisdom
Positive
Last 7 Days ▲ 0.1%
Last 30 Days ▲ 2.4%
Last 30 Days ▲ 2.4%
News Sentiment
Very Bullish
Bullish news 100%
Bearish news 0%
Bearish news 0%
Technicals
SMA
Negative
20 days / 200 days
Momentum
-3.77%
12-Months-Change
Fundamentals
Return on Equity
-433.95%
Trailing 12-Months
Asset Growth
6.58%
Trailing 12-Months
Company Description
McDonald's Corporation
McDonald's Corporation operates and licenses its renowned fast-food chain worldwide, with a significant presence in both the United States and international markets. Their comprehensive menu offers classic items like hamburgers and cheeseburgers, a variety of chicken options including sandwiches and nuggets, alongside lighter choices such as wraps, french fries, and salads. For breakfast, patrons can select from offerings like biscuit and bagel sandwiches, breakfast burritos, and hotcakes. Additionally, the company provides oatmeal, an assortment of desserts including milkshakes, sundaes, and soft-serve ice cream, plus a selection of baked goods. A wide array of soft drinks, coffee, and other beverages completes their offering. By December 31, 2021, the corporation's global network encompassed 40,031 establishments. McDonald's Corporation, founded in 1940, has its main corporate office located in Chicago, Illinois.
MCD Earnings Call
Q1 2026
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Earnings Call Sentiment|Positive
The call highlighted broad, consistent top-line momentum across McDonald's global system: global comps up 3.8%, U.S. comps up 3.9%, strong international market performance (U.K., Germany, Australia), solid adjusted EPS of $2.83 and robust operating margin (46%). Management emphasized successful value repositioning (new McValue/EDAP menus), scalable marketing partnerships, and early traction from a new beverage platform, while reaffirming full-year targets and development ambitions (~1,000 China openings; ~50,000 restaurants by 2027). Notable operational challenges were acknowledged, including unacceptable U.S. company-operated margins, franchisee profitability pressure from commodity and gas price inflation, a discrete April comp lapse vs a tough prior-year promotion, and market-specific underperformance in France. Despite those headwinds and risks from inflation, supply chain volatility and geopolitical uncertainty, the balance of positive metrics, market share gains, and management confidence in execution led to an overall constructive tone.View all MCD earnings summariesMCD Revenue Breakdown
36.04% Company-operated restaurants
61.55% Franchised restaurants
2.41% Other revenues
MCD Stock 12 Month Forecast
Average Price Target
$330.84
▲(6.26% Upside)
Technical Analysis
Ownership Overview
0.02% Insiders
18.24% Mutual Funds
13.38% Other Institutional Investors
45.69% Public Companies and Individual Investors