McDonald's Corporation (MCD)
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- symbol MCD
- Rev/Share 36.4731
- Book/Share -3.8628
- PB -79.114
- Debt/Equity -20.2417
- CurrentRatio 1.3032
- ROIC 0.1656
- MktCap 218370058556.0
- FreeCF/Share 9.6529
- PFCF 31.6616
- PE 26.0194
- Debt/Assets 0.9381
- DivYield 0.0235
- ROE -2.2103
- Rating B-
- Score 2
- Recommendation Sell
- P/E Score 2
- DCF Score 4
- P/B Score 1
- D/E Score 1
Recent Analyst Ratings
| Type | Ticker | Analyst Firm | Previous Rating | Current Rating | Previous Price Target | Current Price Target | Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Upgrade | MCD | Oppenheimer | Perform | Outperform | -- | $355 | Jan. 7, 2026 |
| Initiation | MCD | Mizuho | -- | Neutral | -- | $300 | Oct. 28, 2025 |
| Reiterated | MCD | Barclays | -- | Overweight | $360 | $362 | Oct. 22, 2025 |
| Initiation | MCD | RBC Capital Mkts | -- | Sector Perform | -- | $320 | Oct. 9, 2025 |
| Initiation | MCD | Melius | -- | Sell | -- | $250 | July 14, 2025 |
| Upgrade | MCD | Goldman | Neutral | Buy | -- | $345 | July 10, 2025 |
| Downgrade | MCD | Argus | Buy | Hold | -- | -- | June 13, 2025 |
| Downgrade | MCD | Redburn Atlantic | Buy | Sell | -- | $260 | June 10, 2025 |
| Downgrade | MCD | Morgan Stanley | Overweight | Equal Weight | -- | $324 | June 9, 2025 |
| Downgrade | MCD | Loop Capital | Buy | Hold | -- | $315 | June 6, 2025 |
News
McDonald's hit with lawsuit claiming McRib contains no real rib meat
Published: January 06, 2026 by: Fox Business
Sentiment: Negative
Fast-food giant McDonald's is facing a class-action lawsuit that claims its McRib sandwich deceives buyers about the actual pork content.
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Is McDonald's Expansion Pipeline Enough to Offset Consumer Pressure?
Published: January 05, 2026 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
MCD leans on disciplined unit expansion to support systemwide sales as consumer pressure weighs on traffic.
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Best Dividend Aristocrats For January 2026
Published: December 31, 2025 by: Seeking Alpha
Sentiment: Positive
The ProShares S&P 500 Dividend Aristocrat ETF (NOBL) underperformed SPY in 2025, gaining 7.2% versus SPY's 18.42%. Despite average underperformance, select Aristocrats like CAH (+74.18%), ALB (+66.90%), and CHRW (+61.22%) delivered strong double-digit returns. Dividend growth for the Aristocrats slowed to 5.52% in 2025, down from 5.78% in 2024, with 68 of 69 raising payouts.
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Does McDonald's $4B Margin Milestone Signal Model Durability?
Published: December 26, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
MCD tops $4B in restaurant margin dollars in third-quarter 2025, showing its scale and value strategy can expand margins amid inflation and a pressured consumer.
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McDonald's (MCD) Stock Sinks As Market Gains: Here's Why
Published: December 23, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Negative
The latest trading day saw McDonald's (MCD) settling at $310.84, representing a -1.7% change from its previous close.
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McDonald's Outperforms Industry in 6 Months: How to Play the Stock?
Published: December 23, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
MCD stock outperforms the restaurant industry as its value-led strategy and consistent execution support shares amid uneven demand trends.
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MCD, YUM or BROS: Which Restaurant Stock Offers the Best 2026 Setup?
Published: December 19, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Negative
The U.S. restaurant industry is navigating a softer demand backdrop as consumers remain cautious on discretionary spending. Value sensitivity, mixed traffic trends and ongoing cost pressure continue to shape operating conditions, and this has dampened industry performance.
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Can MONOPOLY Fuel Traffic & App Growth for McDonald's in Q4?
Published: December 18, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Negative
MCD turns to a digital-first MONOPOLY revival to drive app growth, reinforce value messaging and support U.S. traffic momentum in the fourth quarter.
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SHIFT Communications Earns Chief Marketer, PRNEWS & PR Club Awards for Consumer PR Work with McDonald's
Published: December 16, 2025 by: GlobeNewsWire
Sentiment: Neutral
Continued award recognition for work with brands including McDonald's, Leslie's Pools and NordicTrack speaks to SHIFT's strength as a consumer PR agency.
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MCD or CMG: Which Restaurant Stock Looks Better Positioned Right Now?
Published: December 15, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
McDonald's value focus, scale advantages and digital strength stand out as Chipotle works through transaction pressure and execution challenges.
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Here is What to Know Beyond Why McDonald's Corporation (MCD) is a Trending Stock
Published: December 11, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
Recently, Zacks.com users have been paying close attention to McDonald's (MCD). This makes it worthwhile to examine what the stock has in store.
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Can McDonald's Value Reset Reignite U.S. Guest Counts in 2026?
Published: December 09, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
MCD bets on a bold value reset, revamped EVMs and stronger digital engagement to rebuild U.S. guest counts in 2026.
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McDonald's will assess if franchisees are providing value under new standards
Published: December 08, 2025 by: CNBC
Sentiment: Neutral
McDonald's franchisees worldwide will soon be assessed on how their prices deliver value, according to memos obtained by CNBC. The burger chain has leaned into value to appeal to cash-strapped diners who have been visiting its restaurants less frequently.
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McDonald's (MCD) Up 3.4% Since Last Earnings Report: Can It Continue?
Published: December 05, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
McDonald's (MCD) reported earnings 30 days ago. What's next for the stock?
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Will McDonald's Beverage Strategy Reignite Its 2026 U.S. Momentum?
Published: December 05, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
MCD tests an expanded beverage lineup that's driving stronger visits and checks, positioning the chain for a potential 2026 lift.
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If You Think a Selloff Is Near, Grab Some Insurance with These 3 Stocks
Published: December 04, 2025 by: 24/7 Wall Street
Sentiment: Negative
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Time to Shore Up Your Personal Portfolio With These 3 Bullet-Proof Blue-Chip Stocks
Published: December 01, 2025 by: 24/7 Wall Street
Sentiment: Positive
There are a number of valid reasons why many investors may be souring on the ability of equity markets to continue to rise at a 20%+ rate in the years to come.
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2 Steadier Dividend Stocks If You're Looking to Side-Step a Stock Market Correction
Published: December 01, 2025 by: 24/7 Wall Street
Sentiment: Negative
So much for a bursting of the AI bubble. With the markets on quite a strong winning streak, with the S&P 500 now just a good day or two away from returning to prior highs, investors might be wondering if it's time to take some profits off the table as market breadth improves and some of the fallen former AI darlings remain in the doghouse.
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McDonald's Shares Cross Below 200 DMA
Published: December 01, 2025 by: Forbes
Sentiment: Negative
In trading on Monday, shares of McDonald's crossed below their 200 day moving average of $305.87, changing hands as low as $305.40 per share. McDonald's shares are currently trading down about 1.1% on the day.
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McDonald's Banks on Strategic Initiatives Amid High Costs
Published: November 28, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
MCD pushes digital engagement and menu innovation to drive growth even as inflation and fierce fast-food competition weigh on its performance.
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McDonald's Corporation (MCD) is Attracting Investor Attention: Here is What You Should Know
Published: November 27, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
Recently, Zacks.com users have been paying close attention to McDonald's (MCD). This makes it worthwhile to examine what the stock has in store.
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McDonald's Ramps Up Value Push: Can EVMs Rebuild Traffic Momentum?
Published: November 21, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
MCD leans on revamped Extra Value Meals, clear price anchors and strong franchisee support to steady traffic amid consumer strain.
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Trump, one of McDonald's 'all time most loyal customers,' offers Filet-O-Fish suggestion
Published: November 18, 2025 by: Fox Business
Sentiment: Neutral
President Donald Trump asked McDonald's for more tartar sauce on Filet-O-Fish during D.C. summit and joked about being first former fry cook to be president.
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Trump promises ‘prices are coming down' in speech to owners of his beloved McDonald's: ‘You're so damn lucky I won'
Published: November 17, 2025 by: New York Post
Sentiment: Neutral
“I will tell you that nobody has done what we've done in terms of pricing,” Trump argued.
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McDonald's to pay dividends on December 15; Here's how much 100 MCD shares will earn
Published: November 17, 2025 by: Finbold
Sentiment: Neutral
McDonald's (NYSE: MCD) has announced that its next quarterly dividend is scheduled for payment on December 15, 2025.
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McDonald's Corporation (MCD) Is a Trending Stock: Facts to Know Before Betting on It
Published: November 13, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
Recently, Zacks.com users have been paying close attention to McDonald's (MCD). This makes it worthwhile to examine what the stock has in store.
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McDonald's, Tyson and other companies have gotten more anxious about the fallout from SNAP delays
Published: November 11, 2025 by: Market Watch
Sentiment: Negative
One analyst says payment delays across states are likely, even after the government's reopening.
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Is the AI Rally Over? 3 Defensive Dividend Stocks to Rotate Your Profits Into
Published: November 11, 2025 by: 24/7 Wall Street
Sentiment: Neutral
There is a subtle tone shift in how analysts and some retail investors view the market, as more people believe the AI rally has transformed into a bubble.
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McDonald's Tells Operators That Consumers Increasingly Seek Value
Published: November 07, 2025 by: PYMNTS
Sentiment: Negative
McDonald's reportedly urged restaurant operators to remain focused on value in a drive to reverse declining guest counts. In a memo to operators delivered after the company's third quarter earnings report, McDonald's U.S.
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McDonald's, Chili's win on value as fast-casual chains lose younger diners
Published: November 07, 2025 by: Reuters
Sentiment: Positive
As U.S. consumers tighten their wallets, budget-friendly restaurant chains such as McDonald's, Chili's and Domino's are emerging as winners, drawing more diners who are trading down to cheaper meals.
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About McDonald's Corporation (MCD)
- IPO Date 1965-04-21
- Website https://corporate.mcdonalds.com
- Industry Restaurants
- CEO Christopher J. Kempczinski
- Employees 150000