McDonald's Corporation is an American fast food company, founded in 1940 as a restaurant operated by Richard and Maurice McDonald, in San Bernardino, California, United States. They rechristened their business as a hamburger stand, and later turned the company into a franchise, with the Golden Arches logo being introduced in 1953 at a location in Phoenix, Arizona.
| Revenue (TTM) | $27.78B |
| Gross Profit (TTM) | $16.01B |
| EBITDA | $15.07B |
| Operating Margin | 48.30% |
| Return on Equity | 0.00% |
| Return on Assets | 13.30% |
| Revenue/Share (TTM) | $39.20 |
| Book Value | $-1.45 |
| Price-to-Book | 146.07 |
| Price-to-Sales (TTM) | 7.04 |
| EV/Revenue | 9.02 |
| EV/EBITDA | 18.54 |
| Quarterly Earnings Growth (YoY) | 10.40% |
| Quarterly Revenue Growth (YoY) | 1.10% |
| Shares Outstanding | $707.64M |
| Float | $706.58M |
| % Insiders | 0.26% |
| % Institutions | 76.36% |
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McDonald's reported mixed results in its 2026 third-quarter earnings, but the stock still rose 5% by midafternoon Nov 4. The stock price is down roughly 9% on the year, but the fast-food operator has a dividend yield of 2.7%.
McDonald's is testing new value menu constructs in 1,900 restaurants, with CEO Christopher Kempczinski eyeing a national launch in early 2027.
MCD beats Q3 earnings estimates as franchised margins and international growth support results, but weak U.S. traffic and modest revenue growth pose challenges.
MCD's 21.4% rally gains support from stronger earnings and international sales, but weak U.S. traffic and inflation pose challenges to sustaining momentum.
MCD's franchise model, global growth and strong cash generation support its long-term outlook, but weak U.S. traffic and valuation risks favor patience.
MCD targets a U.S. sales recovery through affordable menu bundles, digital promotions and beverage expansion as consumer pressures and global challenges persist.
McDonald's delivered Q3 2026 EPS growth of 11% YoY and a 50% operating margin, despite a minor revenue miss and negative U.S. comps. Margin expansion is materializing faster than expected, driven by refranchising, cost discipline, and strong international performance, especially in Japan and Europe. MCD's valuation at 21.8x 2026 earnings and a 2.76% yield remains attractive, with an upside to $318, as Street estimates appear too low.
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