McDonald's (MCD)

Currency in USD
282.27
-1.91(-0.67%)
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282.20-0.07(-0.02%)
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Fair Value
Day's Range
280.40283.73
52 wk Range
271.98341.75
Key Statistics
Prev. Close
284.18
Open
283
Day's Range
280.4-283.73
52 wk Range
271.98-341.75
Volume
2.5M
Average Volume (3m)
3.48M
1-Year Change
-10.1938%
Book Value / Share
-1.81
Fair Value
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Company’s Health
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Fair Price
Upside
Price Target
330.00
Upside
+16.91%
Members' Sentiments
Bearish
Bullish
ProTips
22 analysts have revised their earnings downwards for the upcoming period

McDonald’s Corporation News & Analysis

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Technical Analysis

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

Analyst Ratings

19 Buy
15 Hold
1 Sell
Ratings:
35 analysts
Overall Consensus
Buy

Analysts 12-Month Price Target:

Average 330.00
(+16.91% Upside)
Firm
ArticlePositionPrice TargetUpside / DownsideFrom Price TargetActionDate
UBS
Buy365.00+29.31%365.00Maintain18/05/2026
JPMorgan
Buy305.00+8.05%325.00Maintain11/05/2026
BMO Capital
Buy360.00+27.54%-Maintain08/05/2026
Stifel
Hold290.00+2.74%315.00Maintain08/05/2026
TD Cowen
Hold300.00+6.28%330.00Maintain08/05/2026

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 Q1/2026

  • McDonald's Q1 2026 EPS of $2.83 beat forecast of $2.75; revenue reached $6.52B vs. $6.48B expected, but stock fell 2.94% on margin concerns.
  • Global comparable sales grew 3.8% with system-wide sales up 6%; company gained market share in nearly all top 10 markets despite challenges.
  • U.S. company-operated margins underperformed expectations, prompting management focus on operational improvements and potential refranchising.
  • Full-year 2026 targets reaffirmed; foreign currency expected to contribute $0.20-$0.30 to EPS with focus on expanding value platform and beverages.
  • Restaurant margins exceeded $3.6B with 46% adjusted operating margin; 50 consecutive years of dividend increases demonstrates long-term stability.
Last Updated: 13/05/2026, 20:00
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Earnings

Latest Release
07/05/2026
EPS / Forecast
2.83 / 2.75
Revenue / Forecast
6.52B / 6.48B
EPS Revisions
Last 90 days

Dividends

Payout Ratio
Payout ratio (TTM)
Earnings retained
EPS 12.13%
Dividend Yield
2.65%
Industry Median 2.26%
Annualised payout
7.44
Paid quarterly
5-Years Growth
+7.40%
Growth Streak

Compare MCD to Peers and Sector

Metrics to compare
MCD
Peers
Sector
Relationship
P/E Ratio
23.1x14.8x10.3x
PEG Ratio
3.25−0.440.02
Price/Book
−155.9x1.8x1.4x
Price / LTM Sales
7.3x0.3x0.9x
Upside (Analyst Target)
16.9%13.6%30.3%
Fair Value Upside
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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, frozen 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.

Ownership

Ownership Overview

Type
Common Stock Held% of Shares OutstandingMarket Value
Mutual Funds & ETFs
249.30M35.09%70.84B
Other Institutional Investors
295.91M41.65%84.09B
Public Companies & Retail Investors
165.30M23.27%46.98B
Total
710.5M100.00%201.91B

Top Holders

Holder
% of holding
Shares Held
Date Reported
Value (In 1,000s)
The Vanguard Group, Inc.10.18%72,351,12720,560,743
BlackRock, Inc.7.53%53,469,11415,194,853

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FAQ

What Is the McDonald’s (NYSE: MCD) Share Price Today?

The McDonald’s stock price today is 282.27 USD.

What Stock Exchange Does McDonald’s (MCD) Trade On?

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

What Is the Ticker (Stock Symbol) for McDonald’s?

The stock symbol (also called a 'ticker') for McDonald’s is "MCD."

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

Yes, MCD Pays Dividends to its Shareholders. The current McDonald’s dividend yield is 2.62%.

What Is the Current McDonald’s Market Capitalisation?

As of today, McDonald’s (NYSE: MCD) market cap is 200.53B USD.

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

The McDonald’s EPS is currently 12.13 (Trailing Twelve Months).

When Is the Next McDonald’s Earnings Date?

McDonald’s's next earnings report will be released on 29/07/2026.

Is MCD a Buy or Sell From a Technical Analyst Perspective?

Based on today's McDonald’s moving averages and other technical indicators, the daily buy/sell signal for MCD stock is Neutral.

How Many Times Has McDonald’s Stock Split?

McDonald’s has split 11 times. (See the MCD stock split history page for full effective split date and price information.)

How Many Employees Does McDonald’s Have?

McDonald’s has 150000 employees, based on their latest Companies House report.

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

As of 22/05/2026, McDonald’s (MCD) is trading at a share price of 282.27 USD, with a previous close of 284.18 USD. The stock has fluctuated within a day range of 280.40 USD to 283.73 USD, while its 52-week range spans from 271.98 USD to 341.75 USD.

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

The average 12-month price target for McDonald’s is 330.00 USD, with a high estimate of 407 USD and a low estimate of 250 USD. 19 analysts recommend buying the stock, while 1 suggest selling, leading to an overall rating of Buy. The stock has an +16.91% Upside potential.

What Is the MCD Premarket Price?

MCD's last pre-market stock price is 284.33 USD. The pre-market share volume is 23,660.00, and the stock has decreased by 0.15, or 0.05%.

What Is the MCD After Hours Price?

MCD's last after hours stock price is 282.20 USD, the stock has decreased by -0.07, or -0.02%.
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