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McDonalds (MCD)

NYSE:MCD

McDonalds (MCD)

265.23
-5.41 (2.00%)
as of Aug 3, 2026, 8:00:00 pm Market Open.
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This summary was created by AI, based on 14 opinions in the last 12 months.

McDonald's (MCD) is currently experiencing headwinds due to inflation and changing consumer habits, making investment opinions mixed. While some experts note the company's strong fundamentals, including steady cash flow and international growth, concerns about its price-to-earnings ratio (around 20-21x) persist, particularly as US consumers grapple with economic challenges. A significant portion of its customer base is feeling the strain of a K-shaped economy, which could impact sales. Moreover, the increase in beef prices poses a challenge, although there's optimism surrounding potential price relief in the coming months. Despite these challenges, many analysts see McDonald's as a defensive investment with considerable brand strength and growth potential in the long run.

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Mixed
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Fair Value
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McDonalds(MCD)

Dec 13, 2010
Restaurant space has been a good sector, especially quick service and those with exposure in developing countries. This qualifies on all points. Done well in execution, squeezing out growth and earnings and been able to bump their dividend. Only concern is food inflation, which could squeeze margins. Sold his holdings. You could also look at Yum Brands (YUM-N).
Photo of David BurrowsDavid Burrows
No
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$77.11

Stock price when the opinion was issued

$265.23

As of Aug 03, 2026. Market Open.

food services
DON'T BUY

McDonalds(MCD)

Nov 10, 2010
More of a defensive Hold. Managed their business very well. Potential to grow at 10%-12% but are trading at a fairly high multiple of 16X 17X earnings, so a little expensive..
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$79.50

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$265.23

As of Aug 03, 2026. Market Open.

food services
BUY ON WEAKNESS

McDonalds(MCD)

Oct 21, 2010
They have done an incredible job of growing same store sales and are growing internationally. He would look for a pullback to buy it. Consistently done well.
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$78.44

Stock price when the opinion was issued

$265.23

As of Aug 03, 2026. Market Open.

food services
BUY

McDonalds(MCD)

Jun 21, 2010
Fits into leadership theme in fast food service and yield. This is also a Stock that can grow its dividends. Have a great opportunity in the Asian markets.
Photo of David BurrowsDavid Burrows
Owned
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$69.92

Stock price when the opinion was issued

$265.23

As of Aug 03, 2026. Market Open.

food services
BUY

McDonalds(MCD)

May 21, 2010
Best in breed in fast food restaurants. Good dividend, solid growth. Continue to reinvent themselves. Also growing internationally.
Photo of Jim HuangJim Huang
No
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$67.86

Stock price when the opinion was issued

$265.23

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food services
BUY

McDonalds(MCD)

Apr 22, 2010
Trades at about 15X earnings. Quarterly numbers were incredible. Same-store sales globally were up 5.2% and in US were up 4.2%. Coming out with some very innovative products in the next little while. Increased margins by about 200 basis points. Try to buy it cheaper if you can.
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$71.03

Stock price when the opinion was issued

$265.23

As of Aug 03, 2026. Market Open.

food services
PAST TOP PICK

McDonalds(MCD)

Nov 25, 2009
(A Top Pick Dec 1/08. Up 17.91%.) Still has a little bit of this.
Photo of David BurrowsDavid Burrows
Owned
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$64.45

Stock price when the opinion was issued

$265.23

As of Aug 03, 2026. Market Open.

food services
BUY

McDonalds(MCD)

Nov 02, 2009
Leader in their space and able to take advantage of their competitors. Great core position. Good exposure to emerging markets. Foreign currency profits gain through a weaker US$. 3.7% yield.
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$59.16

Stock price when the opinion was issued

$265.23

As of Aug 03, 2026. Market Open.

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DON'T BUY

McDonalds(MCD)

Oct 23, 2009
Has been a big laggard because it held up thought he worst recession in 50 years. An impressive turn around story. If you get stronger growth, it will remain a laggard.
Photo of Gavin GrahamGavin Graham
Owned
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$59.43

Stock price when the opinion was issued

$265.23

As of Aug 03, 2026. Market Open.

food services
BUY

McDonalds(MCD)

Oct 06, 2009
Positioned themselves exceptionally well. Benefits from falling US$, great brand name. Reinvented themselves. Valuation is a little higher than it was in the past. If you are going to own the US, own what they sell to the rest of the world.
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$57.44

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$265.23

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food services
HOLD

McDonalds(MCD)

Aug 20, 2009
One of the great global franchises. Peopole tend to go for the value franchises rather
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$56.50

Stock price when the opinion was issued

$265.23

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food services
TOP PICK

McDonalds(MCD)

Mar 20, 2009
3.25% dividend. In a space that he thinks that in an overall theme is going to do well. People don't have the money that they had in the past so this might be an alternative in eating. Have some very aggressive plans in China with a goal of having more restaurants than what is currently in North America. They are also moving into coffee.
Photo of Michael YoshikamiMichael Yoshikami
Owned
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$53.20

Stock price when the opinion was issued

$265.23

As of Aug 03, 2026. Market Open.

food services
PAST TOP PICK

McDonalds(MCD)

Mar 18, 2009
(A Top Pick Oct 22/08. Up 3.5%.)
Photo of David AbellaDavid Abella
Owned
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$55.42

Stock price when the opinion was issued

$265.23

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food services
TOP PICK

McDonalds(MCD)

Jan 21, 2009
A very defensive way to play the market right now. People that eat there are continuing to do so and people that are eating at nicer restaurants are trading down. 3.5% yield is safe and growing. A 15X earnings makes sense.
Photo of David AbellaDavid Abella
Owned
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$58.70

Stock price when the opinion was issued

$265.23

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TOP PICK

McDonalds(MCD)

Dec 01, 2008
Defensive play. Have had rising margins. Growing at twice the growth rate of their industry. Having success in Asia and Europe. Meets a lot of his tests.
Photo of David BurrowsDavid Burrows
Owned
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$56.17

Stock price when the opinion was issued

$265.23

As of Aug 03, 2026. Market Open.

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