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McDonalds (MCD)

NYSE:MCD

McDonalds (MCD)

272.72
-0.57 (0.21%)
as of Jun 4, 2026, 8:00:00 pm Market Open.
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This summary was created by AI, based on 12 opinions in the last 12 months.

McDonald's (MCD-N) is viewed as a consistent player in the fast-food industry, with a unique business model that relies heavily on franchising, allowing it to act more as a landlord. Despite a stable earnings growth rate of 7-8% and a yield of 2.65%, experts indicate that the stock's recent performance has been lackluster, with concerns about its growth potential and market trends. While some analysts express cautious optimism regarding the company's ability to adapt, particularly in the use of technology such as AI and robots, others note a potential decline in consumer spending due to inflation. The company is considered defensive due to its international presence and economies of scale, although the stock may currently be seen as slightly overvalued given its P/E ratio positioning.

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Hold
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Fair Value
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PARTIAL SELL

McDonalds(MCD)

Jun 12, 2008
Thinks there’s going to be some very interesting things happening with this company. Have been successful in extending their menus and have been successful globally. Benefited from the depreciating US$. If the US$ becomes stronger, it may weaken their returns. Consider trimming your position.
Photo of Alan Kral , CFA, CICAlan Kral , CFA, CIC
Owned
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$59.34

Stock price when the opinion was issued

$272.72

As of Jun 04, 2026. Market Open.

food services
DON'T BUY

McDonalds(MCD)

Jun 09, 2008
He has concerns about their US stores being open 24 hours a day. Doesn't know how they can grow beyond this. Getting their growth internationally, but not sure the US market can offset this. There are better opportunities.
Photo of David DriscollDavid Driscoll
No
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$59.31

Stock price when the opinion was issued

$272.72

As of Jun 04, 2026. Market Open.

food services
TOP PICK

McDonalds(MCD)

Apr 15, 2008
Great international stock. Profiting from the weakness in the US$. Very good at self-financing. If there is a slowdown in the economy, people might trade down from their local family restaurant.
Photo of Alan Kral , CFA, CICAlan Kral , CFA, CIC
Owned
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$55.96

Stock price when the opinion was issued

$272.72

As of Jun 04, 2026. Market Open.

food services
COMMENT

McDonalds(MCD)

Feb 28, 2008
He likes this company as he sees them as one of the great innovators in the menu changes in their restaurants. He also likes that they own most of their real estate, so if you get into an inflationary environment, this would be a great place to be.
Photo of Peter BriegerPeter BriegerUnlock Rating
$54.62

Stock price when the opinion was issued

$272.72

As of Jun 04, 2026. Market Open.

food services
DON'T BUY

McDonalds(MCD)

Jan 30, 2008
Have done a very good job of turning it around. Have taken Starbucks on in the coffee category. He prefers buying companies that are trading at the lower end of the channel of valuations. This is trading at about 16X earnings rather than the 12X or 13X that he prefers.
Photo of Gordon ReidGordon ReidUnlock Rating
$51.01

Stock price when the opinion was issued

$272.72

As of Jun 04, 2026. Market Open.

food services
BUY

McDonalds(MCD)

Jan 16, 2008
Has been a very good performer over the last year. Have revamped the menu with a lot more diet friendly choices. Making a big foray into the coffee market with their new McDonald's cafés. The stock will lead the recovery in consumer spending.
Photo of Don LatoDon Lato
No
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$52.41

Stock price when the opinion was issued

$272.72

As of Jun 04, 2026. Market Open.

food services
BUY

McDonalds(MCD)

Oct 17, 2007
Right place and right time for this stock. Trend is up as long as the U.S. dollar is lower.
Photo of Bill CarriganBill CarriganUnlock Rating
$56.96

Stock price when the opinion was issued

$272.72

As of Jun 04, 2026. Market Open.

food services
SELL

McDonalds(MCD)

Jul 20, 2007
Fully valued. Generating impressive same-store sales growth.
Photo of Mike Lyons CA, CFAMike Lyons CA, CFA
No
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$52.09

Stock price when the opinion was issued

$272.72

As of Jun 04, 2026. Market Open.

food services
BUY

McDonalds(MCD)

Jun 22, 2007
Have gone through realignment in their business. Change the menu and are getting great same-store sales. Very predictable revenues and cash flow.
Photo of David BurrowsDavid Burrows
No
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$50.42

Stock price when the opinion was issued

$272.72

As of Jun 04, 2026. Market Open.

food services
COMMENT

McDonalds(MCD)

Jan 03, 2007
Has done a great job in the last 1 1/2 years of getting its sales turned around. From here, it will be more on how they do in Europe. Valuation is getting a little bit full.
Photo of Steve MacMillanSteve MacMillan
No
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$43.87

Stock price when the opinion was issued

$272.72

As of Jun 04, 2026. Market Open.

food services
BUY

McDonalds(MCD)

Jan 02, 2007
Has hit a 52-week high. Has been hitting higher highs and higher lows since 2002. Very nice movement. Looks like it is on another upward trend.
Photo of Jeff Parent B. Eng. FCSI CIMJeff Parent B. Eng. FCSI CIMUnlock Rating
$44.33

Stock price when the opinion was issued

$272.72

As of Jun 04, 2026. Market Open.

food services
HOLD

McDonalds(MCD)

Oct 16, 2006
Cyclicals have rolled over and everybody is looking for big names, so the stock has moved up. Earnings were better than expected. Getting to the more expensive end up its range.
Photo of John ZechnerJohn Zechner
No
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$42.12

Stock price when the opinion was issued

$272.72

As of Jun 04, 2026. Market Open.

food services
BUY

McDonalds(MCD)

Aug 04, 2005
Has been recommending it for a while and still sees value in it.
Photo of Brian Acker, CABrian Acker, CA
Owned
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$31.20

Stock price when the opinion was issued

$272.72

As of Jun 04, 2026. Market Open.

food services
TOP PICK

McDonalds(MCD)

Apr 28, 2005
A turn around story. Has had a nice pullback. There's a 27% differential between his model price and where it's trading at.
Photo of Brian Acker, CABrian Acker, CA
Owned
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$29.61

Stock price when the opinion was issued

$272.72

As of Jun 04, 2026. Market Open.

food services
BUY

McDonalds(MCD)

Jan 25, 2005
Have been impressed with what they've done in the last 6 months with revamped menus and really seem to have done a pretty good job.
Photo of David BaskinDavid Baskin
No
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$31.94

Stock price when the opinion was issued

$272.72

As of Jun 04, 2026. Market Open.

food services
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