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McDonalds (MCD)

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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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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.
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$192.62

Stock price when the opinion was issued

$265.23

As of Aug 03, 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

$265.23

As of Aug 03, 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.

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$192.18

Stock price when the opinion was issued

$265.23

As of Aug 03, 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.

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$188.66

Stock price when the opinion was issued

$265.23

As of Aug 03, 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

$265.23

As of Aug 03, 2026. Market Open.

food services
DON'T BUY

McDonalds(MCD)

Oct 15, 2019
McDonald's blew out all their equity. They have negative equity of $6.8 billion due to share buybacks and other measures. Their managers don't seem to care about their valuation which is sky high. He doesn't understand why they do this. It's never been more expensive. If MCD does get into trouble down the road (i.e. recession), this stock will go down a long, long way. A lot of blue-chip companies have no balance sheet, no equity.
Photo of Brian Acker, CABrian Acker, CA
No
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$207.22

Stock price when the opinion was issued

$265.23

As of Aug 03, 2026. Market Open.

food services
SELL

McDonalds(MCD)

Sep 18, 2019
Why don't you like it? He has nearly 50 years of trading data on MCD-N. Every time we have a market at excessive valuations, back to 1972, market corrections have caused this stock to decline 75%. Right now his model is saying the stock is already 50% over valued. The company has been buying back stock and book value is well below current share prices. Credit worthiness has slipped over the years as well. He expects history to repeat it self. You will get your but handed to you. He is not a fan of the non-meat products -- it is a fad.
Photo of Ross HealyRoss Healy
No
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$210.43

Stock price when the opinion was issued

$265.23

As of Aug 03, 2026. Market Open.

food services
BUY

McDonalds(MCD)

Sep 11, 2019
Likes the name. Very competitive space. Extremely strong technicals. Low beta. Somewhat recession resilient. 2.2% dividend. Good name to own.
Photo of Stan WongStan Wong
No
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$210.20

Stock price when the opinion was issued

$265.23

As of Aug 03, 2026. Market Open.

food services
BUY

McDonalds(MCD)

Aug 26, 2019
It's an enduring brand that has adapted well over the years. It's resilient and will survive a recession. Admires this stock, though it's no longer go-go grower it used to be.
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$216.91

Stock price when the opinion was issued

$265.23

As of Aug 03, 2026. Market Open.

food services
PAST TOP PICK

McDonalds(MCD)

Aug 22, 2019
(A Top Pick Aug 21/18, Up 39%) They've always managed to get it right. He is very excited about it. They have auto order / auto-pay. It is a really well managed company.
Photo of Gordon ReidGordon Reid
Owned
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$219.49

Stock price when the opinion was issued

$265.23

As of Aug 03, 2026. Market Open.

food services
BUY

McDonalds(MCD)

Jun 06, 2019

He thinks it is the best fast food restaurant to invest in. Against QSR-T he likes it better. There is less debt on the balance sheet. They righted the ship and are now going for growth.

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$203.05

Stock price when the opinion was issued

$265.23

As of Aug 03, 2026. Market Open.

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WAIT

McDonalds(MCD)

May 31, 2019
This is a solid name. Again, would wait to see how the markets shake out. He does not see too much positive happening in the markets over the next few weeks. He would be on the fence right now.
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$198.27

Stock price when the opinion was issued

$265.23

As of Aug 03, 2026. Market Open.

food services
TOP PICK

McDonalds(MCD)

May 30, 2019
They are a cash machine. Over 90% of stores are franchised. They normally own the property and lease it back to the franchisee. They are current, have been around for most of our lifetimes and have adapted. (Analysts’ price target is $214.50)
Photo of Gordon ReidGordon Reid
Owned
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$199.24

Stock price when the opinion was issued

$265.23

As of Aug 03, 2026. Market Open.

food services
BUY ON WEAKNESS

McDonalds(MCD)

May 08, 2019
Same store sales have continued to be strong and sees them continuing to re-invent themselves. Growth is high single-digit, but the value is looking a little rich right now. He would definitely buy on weakness.
Photo of Cameron HurstCameron Hurst
No
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$198.03

Stock price when the opinion was issued

$265.23

As of Aug 03, 2026. Market Open.

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HOLD

McDonalds(MCD)

Apr 04, 2019
Interesting name. He likes Restaurant Brands International (QSR-T) in the sector. Mixed feelings as it is expensive. It is defensive. Low beta.
Photo of Stan WongStan Wong
No
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$189.87

Stock price when the opinion was issued

$265.23

As of Aug 03, 2026. Market Open.

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