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McDonald's (MCD) Stock Price, News & Analysis

$250.79
-2.72 (-1.07%)
(As of 06/18/2024 ET)
Today's Range
$249.35
$254.35
50-Day Range
$249.45
$276.81
52-Week Range
$245.73
$302.39
Volume
2.81 million shs
Average Volume
3.34 million shs
Market Capitalization
$180.74 billion
P/E Ratio
21.29
Dividend Yield
2.66%
Price Target
$315.14

McDonald's MarketRank™ Stock Analysis

Analyst Rating
Moderate Buy
2.69 Rating Score
Upside/​Downside
25.7% Upside
$315.14 Price Target
Short Interest
Healthy
1.12% of Float Sold Short
Dividend Strength
Strong
Based on Four Factors
Sustainability
-2.39
Upright™ Environmental Score
News Sentiment
0.45mentions of McDonald
Based on 33 Articles This Week
Insider Trading
Selling Shares
$1.13 M Sold Last Quarter
Proj. Earnings Growth
8.22%
From $12.17 to $13.17 Per Share

Overall MarketRank

New Rank-Based ScoringMarketRank is calculated by averaging available category scores (with extra weight given to analysis and valuation), then ranking the company's weighted average against that of other companies.

4.92 out of 5 stars

Retail/Wholesale Sector

27th out of 192 stocks

Eating Places Industry

6th out of 40 stocks

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About McDonald's Stock (NYSE:MCD)

McDonald's Corporation is a U.S.-based multinational restaurant chain that serves hamburgers, fries, chicken sandwiches and drinks. The company is the largest restaurant chain by revenue and serves more than 69 million customers daily. Total revenue topped $23 billion in 2022, with most revenue coming from its franchisees. The company operates in 100 countries and is the world's second-largest private employer, with more than 200,000 executives, managers, cooks and front-line staff. 

McDonald's most iconic food items include French fries and the Big Mac. McDonald's serves hot and crispy fries. Its Big Mac is a double-decker burger with cheese, lettuce, tomato and "secret sauce," a combination of thousand island and French dressing that evokes a sharper flavor. 

Richard and Maurice McDonald founded McDonald's in 1940. Its first restaurant location was in San Bernardino, California, and it quickly rebranded into a hamburger stand. The new concept met colossal success, and soon, the two were franchising their brand to other operators. The key to the brother's success was the Speedee Service System introduced in 1948. This system modeled concepts established by earlier chains. 

The company introduced the golden arches in 1953 in Arizona and reached a significant turning point in 1955 when Ray Kroc entered the picture. He came aboard as the company's franchising agent and bought the company while expanding it. His first restaurant was the company's ninth total, but many agree that Kroc created the modern McDonald's Corporation. During his tenure, McDonald's expanded its footprint, enhanced its menu and grew into international territories. 

The fictional character Ronald McDonald came to life in 1963. He lives in McDonaldland with his pals Mayor McCheese, Grimace, Birdie the Early Bird, the Fry Kids and the Hamburglar. He was invented as a marketing ploy to attract children and has become one of the nation's most beloved characters. At the peak of his popularity, the company employed more than 300 full-time clowns to portray Ronald McDonald. 

Today, McDonald's Corporation operates and franchises McDonald's restaurants globally. The company generates revenue via sales in company-owned stores and rents, fees and royalties from its franchisees. The company's business model is to aid franchisees with real estate purchases and buildings so that it can collect on rent and other fees and brand royalties. As of 2022, the company owns about 45% of the land its restaurants sit on and 70% of the buildings. This model not only generates additional revenue and earnings but helps to insulate it from ups and downs in the consumer cycle. 

As of December 31, 2023, the company operated about 38,000 restaurants, which includes the closing or divestiture of business in Russia. 

MCD Stock Price History

MCD Stock News Headlines

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Company Calendar

Last Earnings
4/30/2024
Ex-Dividend for 6/17 Dividend
6/03/2024
Dividend Payable
6/17/2024
Today
6/18/2024
Next Earnings (Estimated)
7/25/2024
Fiscal Year End
12/31/2024

Industry, Sector and Symbol

Industry
Eating places
Sub-Industry
Restaurants
CUSIP
58013510
Employees
150,000
Year Founded
1955

Price Target and Rating

Average Stock Price Target
$315.14
High Stock Price Target
$383.00
Low Stock Price Target
$287.00
Potential Upside/Downside
+25.7%
Consensus Rating
Moderate Buy
Rating Score (0-4)
2.69
Research Coverage
29 Analysts

Profitability

Net Income
$8.47 billion
Pretax Margin
41.39%

Debt

Sales & Book Value

Annual Sales
$25.49 billion
Cash Flow
$14.61 per share
Book Value
($6.49) per share

Miscellaneous

Free Float
719,024,000
Market Cap
$180.74 billion
Optionable
Optionable
Beta
0.72

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Should I Buy McDonald's Stock? MCD Pros and Cons Explained

Pros

Here are some ways that investors could benefit from investing in McDonald's Co.:

  • McDonald's Co. has shown consistent revenue growth over the past few quarters, indicating a strong financial performance.
  • Expansion into new markets and innovative menu offerings, such as plant-based options, can attract a wider customer base and drive sales.
  • Strong brand recognition and customer loyalty provide a competitive advantage in the fast-food industry, ensuring stable revenue streams.
  • McDonald's Co. has a history of paying dividends to shareholders, offering a potential source of passive income.
  • The current stock price of McDonald's Co. is undervalued compared to its industry peers, presenting a potential buying opportunity for investors.

Cons

Investors should be bearish about investing in McDonald's Co. for these reasons:

  • Increasing competition in the fast-food industry could put pressure on McDonald's Co.'s market share and profitability.
  • Changes in consumer preferences towards healthier eating habits may impact sales of traditional fast-food items offered by McDonald's Co.
  • Economic downturns or recessions can lead to a decline in consumer spending on dining out, affecting McDonald's Co.'s revenue.
  • Legal and regulatory challenges, such as labor disputes or food safety issues, could harm the company's reputation and financial performance.
  • Fluctuations in commodity prices, especially for key ingredients like beef and potatoes, can impact McDonald's Co.'s profit margins.
These pros and cons were generated based on recent news and financial data from MarketBeat in order to provide readers with the fastest and most accurate insights. They were last updated on Thursday, June 6, 2024. Please send any questions or comments about these McDonald's pros and cons to contact@marketbeat.com.

MCD Stock Analysis - Frequently Asked Questions

Should I buy or sell McDonald's stock right now?

29 Wall Street research analysts have issued "buy," "hold," and "sell" ratings for McDonald's in the last twelve months. There are currently 9 hold ratings and 20 buy ratings for the stock. The consensus among Wall Street research analysts is that investors should "moderate buy" MCD shares.
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What is McDonald's' stock price target for 2024?

29 Wall Street research analysts have issued 12 month price targets for McDonald's' shares. Their MCD share price targets range from $287.00 to $383.00. On average, they expect the company's stock price to reach $315.14 in the next twelve months. This suggests a possible upside of 25.7% from the stock's current price.
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How have MCD shares performed in 2024?

McDonald's' stock was trading at $296.51 at the start of the year. Since then, MCD shares have decreased by 15.4% and is now trading at $250.79.
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When is McDonald's' next earnings date?

The company is scheduled to release its next quarterly earnings announcement on Thursday, July 25th 2024.
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How were McDonald's' earnings last quarter?

McDonald's Co. (NYSE:MCD) posted its quarterly earnings data on Tuesday, April, 30th. The fast-food giant reported $2.70 earnings per share for the quarter, missing the consensus estimate of $2.71 by $0.01. The fast-food giant earned $6.17 billion during the quarter, compared to analyst estimates of $6.16 billion. McDonald's had a net margin of 33.36% and a negative trailing twelve-month return on equity of 180.74%. The firm's revenue for the quarter was up 4.6% on a year-over-year basis. During the same period last year, the firm posted $2.63 EPS.
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How often does McDonald's pay dividends? What is the dividend yield for McDonald's?

McDonald's declared a quarterly dividend on Wednesday, May 22nd. Shareholders of record on Monday, June 3rd will be paid a dividend of $1.67 per share on Monday, June 17th. This represents a $6.68 annualized dividend and a dividend yield of 2.66%. The ex-dividend date is Monday, June 3rd.
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Is McDonald's a good dividend stock?

McDonald's (NYSE:MCD) pays an annual dividend of $6.68 per share and currently has a dividend yield of 2.63%. The company has been increasing its dividend for 48 consecutive years, indicating the company has a strong committment to maintain and grow its dividend. The dividend payout ratio is 56.71%. This payout ratio is at a healthy, sustainable level, below 75%. Based on earnings estimates, MCD will have a dividend payout ratio of 50.72% next year. This indicates that the company will be able to sustain or increase its dividend.
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What is Chris Kempczinski's approval rating as McDonald's' CEO?

2,583 employees have rated McDonald's Chief Executive Officer Chris Kempczinski on Glassdoor.com. Chris Kempczinski has an approval rating of 78% among the company's employees.

What other stocks do shareholders of McDonald's own?

Based on aggregate information from My MarketBeat watchlists, some companies that other McDonald's investors own include Johnson & Johnson (JNJ), Walt Disney (DIS), AT&T (T), Home Depot (HD), NVIDIA (NVDA), Intel (INTC), Walmart (WMT), Cisco Systems (CSCO), Verizon Communications (VZ) and JPMorgan Chase & Co. (JPM).

Who are McDonald's' major shareholders?

McDonald's' stock is owned by a number of retail and institutional investors. Top institutional shareholders include Vanguard Group Inc. (9.58%), Bank of New York Mellon Corp (0.84%), Price T Rowe Associates Inc. MD (0.81%), Capital Research Global Investors (0.76%), Capital World Investors (0.49%) and Janus Henderson Group PLC (0.38%). Insiders that own company stock include Anthony Capuano, Catherine A Hoovel, Catherine M Engelbert, Christopher J Kempczinski, Edith Morgan Flatley, Enrique Hernandez, Jr, Heidi B Capozzi, Ian Frederick Borden, Jo Sempels, Jonathan Banner, Joseph M Erlinger, Kevin M Ozan, Manuel Jm Steijaert and Marion K Gross.
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How do I buy shares of McDonald's?

Shares of MCD stock can be purchased through any online brokerage account. Popular online brokerages with access to the U.S. stock market include Charles Schwab, E*TRADE, Fidelity, and Vanguard Brokerage Services.
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Does McDonald's have any subsidiaries?
The following companies are subsidiares of McDonald's: 3267114 Nova Scotia Company, Apprente, Asia Pacific McD Franchising, Boston Market, Caspers Company, Donatos Pizza, Dynamic Yield, HanGook McDonald's Co. Ltd., Limited Liability Company "NRO", MCD Europe Limited, MCD Global Franchising Limited, McD APMEA Singapore Investments Pte. Ltd., McD Asia Pacific LLC, McDonald's Australia Limited, McDonald's Deutschland LLC, McDonald's Development Italy LLC, McDonald's France S.A.S., McDonald's Franchise GmbH, McDonald's Global Markets LLC, McDonald's GmbH, McDonald's Immobilien Gesellschaft mit beschränkter Haftung, McDonald's International Property Company Ltd., McDonald's Limited Liability Company, McDonald's Nederland B.V., McDonald's Polska Sp. z o.o, McDonald's Real Estate Company, McDonald's Real Estate LLP, McDonald's Restaurant Operations Inc., McDonald's Restaurants Limited, McDonald's Restaurants of Canada Limited, McDonald's Suisse Development Sàrl, McDonald's Suisse Franchise Sàrl, McDonald's Suisse Restaurants Sàrl, McDonald's USA LLC, Moscow-McDonald's, and Restaurantes McDonald's S.A.U..
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This page (NYSE:MCD) was last updated on 6/19/2024 by MarketBeat.com Staff

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