McDonald's

MCD

Market cap $222B

MCD pushes digital engagement and menu innovation to drive growth even as inflation and fierce fast-food competition weigh on its performance.

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MCD leans on revamped Extra Value Meals, clear price anchors and strong franchisee support to steady traffic amid consumer strain.

No french fries this time, but he's trying to kill the joint-employer rule.

President Donald Trump asked McDonald's for more tartar sauce on Filet-O-Fish during D.C. summit and joked about being first former fry cook to be president.

Coca-Cola is a timeless classic that will likely continue to perform for years to come. McDonald's continues to expand its global restaurant empire.

“I will tell you that nobody has done what we've done in terms of pricing,” Trump argued.

McDonald's (NYSE: MCD) has announced that its next quarterly dividend is scheduled for payment on December 15, 2025.

McDonald's demonstrates resilience in Q3, outperforming peers with steady U.S. comps and robust international growth, despite a tough macro environment. MCD's focus on value meals and national promotions has helped maintain market share, especially among lower-income consumers, but long-term growth concerns persist. Valuation remains a key concern, with MCD trading at premium multiples, despite low single-digit top-line growth and margin pressures from inflation and labor costs.

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