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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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HOLD

McDonalds(MCD)

May 13, 2020
In the quick-serve restaurant space they have done well with drive thru business still doing well. More traffic will return, but they will need to make changes in seating first. A high quality name.
Photo of Christine PooleChristine PooleUnlock Rating
$172.18

Stock price when the opinion was issued

$272.72

As of Jun 04, 2026. Market Open.

food services
HOLD

McDonalds(MCD)

Feb 20, 2020
Good company. Reaping benefits of a great turnaround. Will continue to do well as long as they can keep costs down. Stick with it. (Analysts’ price target is $230.00)
Photo of Douglas KeeDouglas Kee
No
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$215.08

Stock price when the opinion was issued

$272.72

As of Jun 04, 2026. Market Open.

food services
BUY ON WEAKNESS

McDonalds(MCD)

Feb 04, 2020
An excellent business. He's owned this since 2003, but sold last summer when the yield curve steepened and the CEO turned over. Now looks like a buying opportunity. Inevitably, he comes back to MCD. MCD owns their real estate, so they have the best locations. MCD outperforms when investors look for defensive stocks, but it underperforms when the market takes on more risk (like now). They've added beverages very well in Canada, namely coffee.
Photo of David FingoldDavid Fingold
No
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$215.80

Stock price when the opinion was issued

$272.72

As of Jun 04, 2026. Market Open.

food services
TOP PICK

McDonalds(MCD)

Jan 29, 2020
They continue to innovate with technology. They reported today good same-store sales. Like a REIT, it's a predictable money machine. (Analysts’ price target is $226.54)
Photo of Gordon ReidGordon Reid
Owned
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$214.44

Stock price when the opinion was issued

$272.72

As of Jun 04, 2026. Market Open.

food services
DON'T BUY

McDonalds(MCD)

Jan 07, 2020
He wouldn't buy McDonalds unless it dropped down to $90, which is substantially lower than were it's trading. It's only a good buy for the long term if you can buy it at the fair market value.
Photo of Ross HealyRoss Healy
No
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$202.63

Stock price when the opinion was issued

$272.72

As of Jun 04, 2026. Market Open.

food services
TOP PICK

McDonalds(MCD)

Jan 03, 2020
Missed on earnings in October. He doesn't own it quite yet. It's a good stock that still owns the sector and brings in customers. A defensive stock. If it goes below $191, he would get out. He's looking to buy this in the next couple weeks. (Analysts’ price target is $222.63)
Photo of Jeff Parent B. Eng. FCSI CIMJeff Parent B. Eng. FCSI CIM
No
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$200.08

Stock price when the opinion was issued

$272.72

As of Jun 04, 2026. Market Open.

food services
DON'T BUY

McDonalds(MCD)

Dec 30, 2019
In their October report, earnings missed by 10 cents/share. In North America, MCD is cannabilizing their menu; with all-day breakfast, then what about lunch and dinner? He doesn't like food retailers in general. Decent dividend growth, but flagging sales are a red flag. Meanwhile, peers are building new stores internationally.
Photo of David DriscollDavid Driscoll
No
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$196.91

Stock price when the opinion was issued

$272.72

As of Jun 04, 2026. Market Open.

food services
COMMENT

McDonalds(MCD)

Dec 13, 2019

They own Yum! Brands in this space rather than McDonalds. One of the issues is that traffic into stores has been slowing in US locations. Arguably, growth with come in other emerging markets.

Photo of Christine PooleChristine PooleUnlock Rating
$197.25

Stock price when the opinion was issued

$272.72

As of Jun 04, 2026. Market Open.

food services
HOLD

McDonalds(MCD)

Nov 27, 2019
Relatively defensive position, and the market's rotating more towards cyclicals. A great company. Likes it very much. It will have its time in the sun and its time in the shade. Growing earnings and cashflow very smartly. Be patient and let it work over a long time.
Photo of Gordon ReidGordon Reid
Owned
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$196.30

Stock price when the opinion was issued

$272.72

As of Jun 04, 2026. Market Open.

food services
TOP PICK

McDonalds(MCD)

Nov 22, 2019
38,000 restaurants across the world with 40 years of dividend growth. Over the last 5 years, it’s grown 9% compounded. It has a good growth rate. It’s come down around 10% for no reason and it is a leader in quick service. Has a good growth potential.
Photo of John O'Connell, CFAJohn O'Connell, CFA
Owned
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$193.14

Stock price when the opinion was issued

$272.72

As of Jun 04, 2026. Market Open.

food services
HOLD

McDonalds(MCD)

Nov 11, 2019
The balance sheet is very healthy. His only concern is that companies that have been seen as safe have had their stock prices run up. He thinks this might cause the stock price to go sideways. They are the most innovative of the quick serve restaurant chains. They are testing Beyond Meat in south western Ontario.
Photo of Teal LindeTeal LindeUnlock Rating
$192.62

Stock price when the opinion was issued

$272.72

As of Jun 04, 2026. Market Open.

food services
COMMENT

McDonalds(MCD)

Nov 07, 2019
Likes it. Adding at these lower levels. CEO leaving is not a huge deal. It's not a one-man show. Earnings look good. Good things to come, especially on the technology side which will lower costs and drive earnings.
Photo of Zachary Curry Zachary Curry
Owned
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$193.08

Stock price when the opinion was issued

$272.72

As of Jun 04, 2026. Market Open.

food services
BUY

McDonalds(MCD)

Nov 05, 2019

MCD vs. QSR long-term He would've chosen MCD up until a few days ago when the CEO was fired. That CEO boosted margins and invested well in tech. They had 17 quarters of rising sales. Can the new guy keep this up? MCD is probably in better shape now because of him and good to own for the next little while; there's momentum here. QSR, in contrast, is made up of several chains. However, QSR has done well in pushing non-meat products, whereas MCD is not there yet. QSR could push ahead of MCD, given this. He'd still choose McDonald's.

Photo of Paul Harris, CFAPaul Harris, CFAUnlock Rating
$192.18

Stock price when the opinion was issued

$272.72

As of Jun 04, 2026. Market Open.

food services
DON'T BUY

McDonalds(MCD)

Nov 04, 2019

They have challenges. Same-store sales are not living up to street expectations. This is not a terrible buy, but sees more growth in Starbucks. McDonald's pays a 2.6% dividend as it buys back shares with borrowed money, but interest rates will remain low.

Photo of Richard CroftRichard CroftUnlock Rating
$188.66

Stock price when the opinion was issued

$272.72

As of Jun 04, 2026. Market Open.

food services
SELL

McDonalds(MCD)

Oct 22, 2019
After a huge drop after an earnings miss. It has massive downside risk--75%. Last few quarters have had poor earnings. They have been buying back stock which helps earnings. In the last 50 years, MCD has had three massive setbacks, always when the markets were overvalued. Their balance sheet is much weaker than six years ago. When a stock really falls hard, then suppliers and creditors look at a company's balance sheet--and MCD's has a big hole in theirs. The fundamentals are terrible.
Photo of Ross HealyRoss Healy
No
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$199.27

Stock price when the opinion was issued

$272.72

As of Jun 04, 2026. Market Open.

food services
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