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McDonald’s Corp operates a global fast‑food restaurant chain that sells burgers, fries and related meals, with 46,000 stores most of which…
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MCD
McDonald's Corp
$248.46
Today
−$4.17-1.65%
vs yesterday’s close
Live price
- Opened at
- $250.53
- Day high
- $251.75
- Day low
- $246.67
- Yesterday’s close
- $252.63
- Sector
- Consumer
- Industry
- Hotels, Restaurants & Leisure
- Size
- Large company
- Market value
- $175.8 billion
- Number of shares
- 707.6 million
- Country
- US
- Went public
- Apr 21, 1965
- Exchange
- NYSE
- Website
- mcdonalds.com
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Dow Jones Climbs to 52,000 While Chips Bleed on Rate-Hike Fears: Stock Market Today
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Inflation surprise has pushed the Fed into a coin‑flip on hikes, sparking a chip rout while the Dow climbs on defensive rotation.
McDonald’s Stock ‘Moderately Undervalued’: Former Hedge Fund Manager Says Good Buying Opportunity
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McDonald’s Corp (NYSE: MCD) shares have slid to four‑year lows, falling 14% since June, and are now trading at 17.6 times next‑year earnings—below the…
McDonald’s Stock Nears 52-Week Low As Analysts Slash Forecasts
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Analyst downgrades and tighter earnings outlook signal growing doubts about McDonald’s value strategy and franchisee alignment, tightening upside for a stock already near a 52‑week low.
All In On McDonald's Stock? Social Media User Wants Advice on Fast Food Giant, Investors Aren't Lovin' It
In brief
McDonald’s shares sit at 5‑year lows amid strong growth metrics, but consumer sentiment and pricing concerns temper enthusiasm.
Top 3 Consumer Stocks That May Rocket Higher In Q3
In brief
Three consumer stocks—HD, MCD, PAG—are oversold and could rebound, but analyst cuts temper expectations.
Stock of the Week: Is This the Bottom for McDonalds?
In brief
MCD’s recent 6% slide has put it in oversold territory and near a key support level, signaling a potential short‑term rebound.
Full Transcript: McDonald's Q2 2026 Earnings Call
In brief
McDonald’s Q2 earnings fell short of expectations due to weaker U.S. sales and a smaller currency tailwind, but the company remains on track for 2028 restaurant expansion and digital growth.
Benzinga Bulls and Bears: Costco, KB Home, McDonald’s
In brief
Costco and KB Home beat earnings expectations, but McDonald’s investor day dampened sentiment in the fast‑food space.
McDonald’s Maps Out Its Next Act, but Analysts See Bumpy Road Ahead
In brief
McDonald’s Investor Day revealed a cautious growth outlook, prompting analysts to lower price targets amid concerns over slower traffic recovery and execution risks.
McDonald's Stock Hits Four-Year Low, Analyst Says 'Timing and Level of Required Investment' Weighs on Growth
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McDonald’s stock fell to a four‑year low after an investor day that underscored higher investment costs despite stronger franchise growth.
McDonald’s Targets 98% Franchise Mix, Higher Margins Through 2030
In brief
McDonald’s sets ambitious 2030 targets—98% franchise mix, 50‑mid% operating margin, 80‑high% free cash flow conversion—backed by a $8.5 billion investment in Restaurant NEXT.
Dollar General To Rally Around 33%? Here Are 10 Top Analyst Forecasts For Thursday
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HSBC lifted Dollar General Corp’s price target to $160 from $125 and upgraded the stock from Hold to Buy, signaling a bullish outlook ahead of Thursday’s…
Fed's Kevin Warsh Says 2% Is 'Firm, Fixed Target,' McDonald’s CEO Sees Years of Elevated Inflation — Peter Schiff Asks ‘Who Do You Believe?’
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Fed’s 2% target clashes with McDonald’s view that inflation will stay high, hinting at potential rate hikes and consumer spending strain.
QUICK SPARK: McDonald's CEO Shares Grim Inflation Outlook — 'Not Expecting Things to Change'
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McDonald’s CEO’s grim inflation outlook fuels a sharp sell‑off, pushing the stock to a four‑year low and extending a long losing streak.
QUICK SPARK: McDonald's Stock Slumps to 4-Year Lows, Eyes 7th Week of Losses
In brief
McDonald’s shares hit four‑year lows amid a franchisee support plan that spooked investors, extending a seven‑week losing streak and prompting analyst downgrades.
McDonald’s Admits It Is ‘Falling Short’ On Execution
In brief
McDonald’s admits execution gaps but sets aggressive 2030 margin and cash‑flow targets, while committing $8.5 billion in franchisee support—factors that drove a 6% share decline.
Nasdaq 100 Slips, 10-Year Yields Hit 19-Year Highs: Stock Market Today
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Rising yields and a hawkish Fed outlook are denting growth stocks, while energy and commodity names find new footing.
McDonald's Takes a Chance by Bringing Back Monopoly: Can It Change Its Fortunes Passing Go or Is the Stock Going to Remain in Jail?
In brief
McDonald’s is betting a $1 million Monopoly prize on renewed consumer interest to counter a 17% stock decline, while investors await clearer strategy details at its upcoming Investor Day.
Congressman Ditches Magnificent Seven Stocks for Consumer Staples: Here's What He Bought
In brief
Franklin is pivoting from tech to consumer staples, hinting he sees better upside in stable‑income businesses as inflation pressures ease.
Stock Market Today: S&P 500, Dow Futures Pare Gains, Nasdaq 100 Up as Trump Weighs 'Big Decision' on Iran Military Strikes— OKLO, MCD, BB, NUE in Focus (UPDATED)
In brief
Geopolitical tension and a likely Fed rate hike are keeping markets jittery, while company news is still moving individual stocks.
McDonald's May Focus On Menu Innovation, Remodels In Focus In Medium Term, Say Analysts
In brief
McDonald’s is pivoting toward higher‑income consumers and a new menu lineup, but investors should wait for tangible execution before expecting significant upside.
McDonald's Stock Bounces Off Two-Year Low: What's Going On?
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MCD’s bounce off a two‑year low is a cautious sign of a possible short‑term bottom, but a death cross and mixed analyst targets keep the outlook uncertain.
Jason Calacanis Says He Supports Raising the Minimum Wage Now. People Making Under $40K Spend 100% of Their Income and 'Save Nothing'
In brief
Data suggests California’s minimum‑wage hike had minimal business costs and could boost consumer spending, prompting a high‑profile investor to support broader wage increases.
Palmer Luckey Fires Back at Former Taco Bell CEO Greg Creed Over McDonald’s Drinks Criticism: ‘What a Loser’
In brief
McDonald’s beverage push is under fire from industry critics, leading to a temporary dip in its stock, but the company remains committed to expanding its drink offerings.
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