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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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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

$272.72

As of Jun 04, 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

$272.72

As of Jun 04, 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

$272.72

As of Jun 04, 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.
Photo of Alex RuusAlex RuusUnlock Rating
$216.91

Stock price when the opinion was issued

$272.72

As of Jun 04, 2026. Market Open.

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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

$272.72

As of Jun 04, 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

$272.72

As of Jun 04, 2026. Market Open.

food services
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

$272.72

As of Jun 04, 2026. Market Open.

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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

$272.72

As of Jun 04, 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

$272.72

As of Jun 04, 2026. Market Open.

food services
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

$272.72

As of Jun 04, 2026. Market Open.

food services
HOLD

McDonalds(MCD)

Mar 26, 2019
Unbelievably well run. Best of all the fast food places. Not cheap, don't buy it here. No one's been able to knock them off their perch. Hesitates to sell a great business just because it's not cheap. Innovative, phenomenal quality control, increasing dividends, huge free cash flow. Yield is 2.5%. (Analysts’ price target is $199.00)
Photo of Lorne SteinbergLorne Steinberg
Owned
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$187.48

Stock price when the opinion was issued

$272.72

As of Jun 04, 2026. Market Open.

food services
BUY

McDonalds(MCD)

Jan 11, 2019
There's no reason why this sold off, but all stocks sell in a correction. This is a consumer stock, and US consumers with many jobs and rising incomes are in a strong space. MCD will do well. Wage inflation hasn't hit yet, either.
Photo of David CockfieldDavid CockfieldUnlock Rating
$182.37

Stock price when the opinion was issued

$272.72

As of Jun 04, 2026. Market Open.

food services
TOP PICK

McDonalds(MCD)

Nov 12, 2018
They've done a good transformation and have cut costs. In 2016, they starting changing their model with new products (i.e. all-day breakfast). Since 2016, we've seen higher highs and lows and a definite uptrend on their chart. It's a core holding of his. (Analysts’ price target is $192.82)
Photo of Hap (Robert) Sneddon FCSIHap (Robert) Sneddon FCSI
Owned
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$184.37

Stock price when the opinion was issued

$272.72

As of Jun 04, 2026. Market Open.

food services
DON'T BUY

McDonalds(MCD)

Nov 05, 2018
He wouldn't touch it. It's very expensive on a P/B basis and FMV (fair market value). Sometimes, the market will carry a stock that doesn't deserve it. Consider yourself lucky for owning this, but he would then get out of it. The chart (showing strength in the past few years) is looking in the rear-view mirror. He doesn't see upside.
Photo of Ross HealyRoss Healy
No
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$180.39

Stock price when the opinion was issued

$272.72

As of Jun 04, 2026. Market Open.

food services
TOP PICK

McDonalds(MCD)

Aug 21, 2018

This is a new entry into his portfolio. It owns 37,000 restaurants, 92% of them franchised. They typically own the land that the restaurant is on and the franchisee leases it. This creates a very stable flow of cash. Same store sales are growing well. They are innovating in food choices and in payment methods. They have allocated $6 billion for upgrading their restaurants by 2022. The average spend at restaurants is increasing and at all time highs. Yield 2.5%. (Analysts’ price target is $184.20)

Photo of Gordon ReidGordon Reid
Owned
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$161.04

Stock price when the opinion was issued

$272.72

As of Jun 04, 2026. Market Open.

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