McDonald’s Corporation (MCD)

Currency in USD
307.43
-1.19(-0.39%)
Closed·
307.33-0.10(-0.03%)
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Fair Value
Day's Range
305.84308.52
52 wk Range
278.73326.32
Key Statistics
Prev. Close
308.62
Open
306.89
Day's Range
305.84-308.52
52 wk Range
278.73-326.32
Volume
2.59M
Average Volume (3m)
3.17M
1-Year Change
9.4252%
Book Value / Share
-3.03
Fair Value
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Company’s Health
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Fair Price
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Price Target
332.87
Upside
+8.28%
Members' Sentiments
Bearish
Bullish
ProTips
Trading at a high P/E ratio relative to near-term earnings growth

McDonald’s Corporation News & Analysis

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Technical Analysis

Summary
Strong Sell
Sell
Neutral
Buy
Strong Buy
Strong Buy
Technical Indicators
Buy
Moving Averages
Strong Buy

McDonald’s Corporation Company Profile

McDonald's Corporation owns, operates, and franchises restaurants under the McDonald’s brand in the United States and internationally. It offers food and beverages, including hamburgers and cheeseburgers, various chicken sandwiches, fries, shakes, desserts, sundaes, soft serve cones, cookies, pies, soft drinks, coffee, and other beverages; and full or limited breakfast, as well as sells various other products during limited-time promotions. The company owns and operates franchised restaurants under various structures, including conventional franchise, developmental license, or affiliate. McDonald's Corporation was founded in 1940 and is based in Chicago, Illinois.

McDonald’s Corporation SWOT Analysis


Global Resilience
Explore McDonald's robust international performance, offsetting domestic challenges and showcasing the strength of its diversified global business model
Digital Transformation
Delve into McDonald's strategic digital initiatives, including mobile apps and loyalty programs, driving customer engagement and operational efficiency
Market Challenges
Learn how McDonald's navigates economic pressures on lower-income consumers and evolving health trends through targeted value offerings and menu innovation
Financial Outlook
Analyst projections for McDonald's suggest EPS of $12.25-$12.45 for FY2025, with price targets ranging from $300 to $355, reflecting varied market expectations
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McDonald’s Corporation Earnings Call Summary for Q3/2025

  • McDonald's Q3 2025 reported adjusted EPS of $3.22 (missing $3.35 forecast) and revenue of $7.08 billion (below $7.10 billion expectations), yet stock rose 2.99% pre-market.
  • Global comparable sales grew 3.6% with strong performance in International Operated Markets (4.3%) and U.S. (2.4%), demonstrating continued market share gains in key regions.
  • Despite earnings miss, investor confidence remains high in McDonald's strategic focus on value offerings, with CEO Chris Kempczinski emphasizing 'We are not going to lose on value.'
  • Company projects accelerated U.S. comparable sales growth in Q4, anticipates 21-22% full-year effective tax rate, and expects continued inflationary pressures into 2026.
  • McDonald's maintains ambitious expansion plans to reach 50,000 restaurants globally by end of 2027, though faces challenges from inflation, market saturation, and declining low-income consumer traffic.
Last Updated: 2025-11-05, 10:26 a/m
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Compare MCD to Peers and Sector

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MCD
Peers
Sector
Relationship
P/E Ratio
26.0x20.5x11.2x
PEG Ratio
8.970.700.02
Price/Book
−101.2x4.4x1.4x
Price / LTM Sales
8.3x6.1x1.0x
Upside (Analyst Target)
10.6%0.0%21.7%
Fair Value Upside
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Analyst Ratings

18 Buy
17 Hold
2 Sell
Ratings:
37 analysts
Overall Consensus
Buy

Analysts 12-Month Price Target:

Average 332.87
(+8.28% Upside)
Firm
ArticlePositionPrice TargetUpside / DownsideFrom Price TargetActionDate
KeyBanc
Buy340.00+10.59%335.00MaintainJan 09, 2026
TD Cowen
Hold320.00+4.09%-MaintainJan 08, 2026
Barclays
Buy372.00+21.00%358.00MaintainJan 07, 2026
Oppenheimer
Buy355.00+15.47%-UpgradeJan 06, 2026
Bernstein SocGen Group
Hold320.00+4.09%-MaintainDec 10, 2025

Dividends

Payout Ratio
Payout ratio (TTM)
Earnings retained
EPS 11.72%
Dividend Yield
2.42%
Industry Median 1.93%
Annualized payout
7.44
Paid quarterly
5-Years Growth
+7.20%
Growth Streak

Earnings

Latest Release
Nov 05, 2025
EPS / Forecast
3.22 / 3.35
Revenue / Forecast
7.08B / 7.10B
EPS Revisions
Last 90 days

MCD Income Statement

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FAQ

What Is the McDonald’s (MCD) Stock Price Today?

The McDonald’s stock price today is 307.43

What Stock Exchange Does McDonald’s Trade On?

McDonald’s is listed and trades on the New York Stock Exchange stock exchange.

What Is the Stock Symbol for McDonald’s?

The stock symbol for McDonald’s is "MCD."

Does McDonald’s Pay Dividends? What’s The Current Dividend Yield?

The McDonald’s dividend yield is 2.42%.

What Is the McDonald’s Market Cap?

As of today, McDonald’s market cap is 218.94B.

What Is McDonald’s's Earnings Per Share (TTM)?

The McDonald’s EPS (TTM) is 11.72.

When Is the Next McDonald’s Earnings Date?

McDonald’s will release its next earnings report on Feb 11, 2026.

From a Technical Analysis Perspective, Is MCD a Buy or Sell?

Based on moving averages and other technical indicators, the daily buy/sell signal is Sell.

How Many Times Has McDonald’s Stock Split?

McDonald’s has split 11 times.

How Many Employees Does McDonald’s Have?

McDonald’s has 150000 employees.

What is the current trading status of McDonald’s (MCD)?

As of Jan 18, 2026, McDonald’s (MCD) is trading at a price of 307.43, with a previous close of 308.62. The stock has fluctuated within a day range of 305.84 to 308.52, while its 52-week range spans from 278.73 to 326.32.

What Is McDonald’s (MCD) Price Target According to Analysts?

The average 12-month price target for McDonald’s is USD332.87097, with a high estimate of USD372 and a low estimate of USD250. 18 analysts recommend buying the stock, while 2 suggest selling, leading to an overall rating of Buy. The stock has an +8.28% Upside potential.

What Is the MCD Premarket Price?

MCD's last pre-market stock price is 307.30. The pre-market share volume is 9,360.00, and the stock has decreased by -1.32, or -0.43%.

What Is the MCD After Hours Price?

MCD's last after hours stock price is 307.33, the stock has decreased by -0.10, or -0.03%.
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