Description: Dining out has always been a luxury, but rising prices forced many Americans to make different choices when it comes to where they eat, or whether they just stay home. My wife and I, for example, generally eat out on Friday or Saturday night, and, with prices higher, we might opt for Longhorn ...

Description: Philippine fast-food group aims to spin off international business to tap deeper US investor demand.

Description: With deep technology expertise and franchise understanding, Wei Manfredi joins IHG as senior vice president of AI and architecture.

Description: McDonald's shares lagged in 2025, but the company could be months away from a milestone that barely 1 in 1,000 companies hit.

Description: Jimmy Donaldson, the world’s most popular YouTuber and founder of $5 billion business Beast Industries, claims he doesn’t “technically” have enough money to buy McDonald’s in the morning.

Description: Mars, Incorporated named Marc Carena, previously Regional President Mars Snacking Europe, Central Eurasia & International Travel Retail, to the role of Global President, Mars Petcare from January 2026.

Description: McDonald's will release its fourth-quarter earnings soon, and analysts anticipate a single-digit bottom-line growth.

Description: In the last year, many McDonald's Corporation ( NYSE:MCD ) insiders sold a substantial stake in the company which may...

Description: The company stated that the appointments align with its focus on strengthening operational leadership.

Description: McDonald's leans on resilient international markets as disciplined value, local marketing and scale efficiencies help support comps amid global QSR pressure.

Description: Domino's Pizza Enterprises shares rose as much as 6.8% after appointing fast-food veteran Merrill Pereyra to lead Australia and New Zealand operations.

Description: As a very occasional McDonald's customer, I appreciated when the chain offered its all-day breakfast menu. I'm not a big fan of their burgers, and while I do like Chicken McNuggets, I would eat a Sausage McMuffin over anything else on the chain's menu. All-day breakfast, however, was dropped during ...

Description: Social media data underscore momentum for certain quick service restaurants and casual diners in the

Description: NEW YORK CITY, NEW YORK / ACCESS Newswire / January 9, 2026 / Global influencer marketing leader The Influencer Marketing Factory today announced Season 6 of its acclaimed podcast,The Influence Factor . Bi-weekly episodes will feature conversations ...

Description: Why McDonald's (MCD) Is Back in the Spotlight McDonald's (MCD) is drawing fresh attention as a high profile McRib class action lawsuit converges with global family focused promotions, including a Crayola partnership and a Pokémon Happy Meal campaign slated for 2026. See our latest analysis for McDonald's. At a share price of $304.16, McDonald's has seen a 3.52% 90 day share price return, while its 1 year total shareholder return of 8.49% points to steady, if unspectacular, momentum that has...

Description: McDonald’s Corporation (NYSE:MCD) is included in our list of the best restaurant stocks to buy now. As of January 6, 2026, roughly 45% of analysts are bullish on McDonald’s Corporation (NYSE:MCD), with a median price target of $340.00, implying 13.40% upside. One such firm, Bernstein SocGen Group, reiterated its “Market Perform” rating on December 10, […]

Description: Restaurant Brands International says rising beef costs are cyclical, pressuring Burger King U.S. margins in the near term but leaving the long-term margin story intact.

Description: Investors need to pay close attention to McDonald's stock based on the movements in the options market lately.

Description: Wayfair upgraded, Instacart initiated: Wall Street's top analyst calls

Description: Pre-Market Stock Futures: The futures are trading flat on Wednesday after a second strong day for Wall Street, as the Dow Jones Industrial Average hit another record high, closing over $49,000 for the first time at $49,484, up a solid 1.04%. The S&P 500 also posted a record high, closing at 6,947, up 0.66%. The ... Here Are Wednesday’s Top Wall Street Analyst Research Calls: Applied Digital, BigBear.ai, Block, Deckers Outdoors, GitLab, Hershey, McDonald’s, Moderna, and More

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Description: Wondering if McDonald's at around US$302 a share still offers value, or if most of the upside is already priced in? This article is going to unpack what the current market price might be implying. The stock has been relatively steady recently, with a 7.1% return over the past year and a 60.4% return over five years. Shorter term moves include a 1.7% decline over 7 days and a 2.7% decline over 30 days, and year to date it is close to flat at a 0.2% decline. Recent headlines have focused on...

Description: The US restaurant sector is poised to see "modestly" improved same-store sales in 2026 mainly due to

Description: Jollibee, which increasingly is taking aim at global fast-food giants such as McDonald’s and Yum! Jollibee Foods Corporation International would include all of the company’s businesses outside its home market, the company said in a statement filed to the Philippine Stock Exchange, where its Philippine operations will remain listed. The spinoff would allow investors to value the “stable, cash-generative Philippine business separately from the higher-growth but more volatile international operations,” COL Financial Group analyst Rachelle Biacora said in a note.

Description: McDonald's (MCD) closed the most recent trading day at $299.86, moving 1.12% from the previous trading session.

Description: Many businesses rely on nostalgia to forge deep emotional connections between their products and customers, supporting long-term brand loyalty. Today, this strategy is particularly valuable as customers grow more cautious of their spending amid rising costs and economic uncertainty. With more than ...

Description: MCD leans on disciplined unit expansion to support systemwide sales as consumer pressure weighs on traffic.

Description: As the world's most profitable fast food chain, McDonald's is pushing ahead with plans to improve the customer experience and boost its bottom line.

Description: McDonald’s is facing multiple federal class-action lawsuits in the US alleging that its McRib sandwich advertising misleads customers about containing real pork rib meat, claims the company firmly rejects while maintaining the product uses 100% seasoned boneless pork. This legal scrutiny raises questions about McDonald’s branding, product transparency, and how future marketing for limited-time menu items could be shaped by the outcomes. We’ll now examine how this wave of McRib-related...

Description: As the AI trade becomes "fractured," 2026 could see other stocks finally outshine the "Magnificent Seven."

Description: Chipotle is rolling out its high-efficiency equipment package to boost throughput, labor efficiency and consistency, with early gains seen in about 175 restaurants.

Description: It’s been a difficult past year for the broad basket of restaurant stocks, thanks to swift shifts in consumer tastes and higher operating costs. Undoubtedly, it feels like there’s no reason to believe that the fortunes of the fallen restaurant darlings will turn in 2026. Despite the uncertain consumer environment, though, there appears to be ... 2 Oversold Restaurant Stocks Offering Strong Dividends

Description: A blunt message about career responsibility is challenging long-held expectations between workers and employers. McDonald's (NYSE:MCD) CEO Chris Kempczinski recently shared a video on Instagram urging workers to rethink who is responsible for career progress and advancement, while warning that traditional "employment deals" no longer apply in today's labor market. He also acknowledged the advice might "hurt your feelings," framing it as practical guidance rather than criticism. Don't Miss: Misse

Description: Chipotle is rolling out its high-efficiency equipment package to boost throughput, labor efficiency and consistency, with early gains seen in about 175 restaurants.

Description: Key Insights Given the large stake in the stock by institutions, McDonald's' stock price might be vulnerable to their...

Description: Costa Coffee’s financial losses have doubled as the chain struggles to compete with cheaper high street rivals.

Description: McDonald's in the early 1950s created the "fast-food revolution." McDonald's stock also made a splash in the 1960s and 1970s.

Description: Miramar Capital's Max Wasserman forecasts a "broadening" of the market in 2026.

Description: While Miramar Capital Co-Founder and senior portfolio manager Max Wasserman shares his outlook on consumer-facing stocks like McDonald's (MCD) and Home Depot (HD) and what a lower interest rate environment may entail for them, Yahoo Finance senior retail reporter Brooke DiPalma goes on to describe how consumers may be operating in an "alligator" shaped economy rather than the K-shaped economy many economists have forecasted. Yahoo Finance senior markets reporter Ines Ferré weighs in on the metal commodities trade's impact on Home Depot. To watch more expert insights and analysis on the latest market action, check out more Opening Bid.

Description: Dutch Bros builds a $706M liquidity buffer as coffee and labor costs rise, giving it room to keep expanding despite industry cost volatility.

Description: Wall Street closed lower on Friday amid thin year-end trading, with investors focused on the potential Santa Claus rally.

Description: Key Insights McDonald's' estimated fair value is US$257 based on 2 Stage Free Cash Flow to Equity Current share price...

Description: Stock Market Today: The major indexes close incrementally lower on Friday following the Christmas holiday.

Description: MCD tops $4B in restaurant margin dollars in third-quarter 2025, showing its scale and value strategy can expand margins amid inflation and a pressured consumer.

Description: The Dow Jones Industrial Average is taking the brunt of the selling today, despite some good news—perhaps—globally. The Dow has dropped 100.11 points, or 0.2%, just after noon on Friday, while the S&P 500 and the Nasdaq Composite have declined 0.1%. Nothing in the Dow is getting hit all that hard.

Description: MenuSifu, the leading restaurant technology provider serving Asian restaurants in the United States, today announced its ongoing partnership with MIXUE, as the beverage brand reaches a major global milestone: becoming the largest beverage chain in the world by number of locations, surpassing Starbucks and McDonald's with more than 47,000 stores worldwide.

Description: As consumers look for value, Mizuho managing director and senior equity research analyst Nick Setyan joins Market Catalysts with Yahoo Finance Senior Reporter Ines Ferré to discuss why Domino's (DPZ) and Wendy's (WEN) are the best and worst fast food restaurant sector picks, respectively. To watch more expert insights and analysis on the latest market action, check out more Market Catalysts.

Description: McDonald's (MCD) quietly kept investors interested this week as the stock ticked higher, adding to gains from the past 3 months while its long term returns continue to outpace broader consumer stocks. See our latest analysis for McDonald's. At around $313 per share, McDonald’s steady year to date share price return and solid five year total shareholder return suggest momentum is gradually rebuilding as investors lean into its resilient cash flows and brand strength. If McDonald’s reliable...

Description: The year-end holiday season is upon us, and millions of Americans will be celebrating Christmas Day, a major U.S. holiday. Christmas Day in 2025 takes place on Thursday, December 25. While many Americans will be celebrating at home with family and friends, others will be traveling abroad. ...

Description: The legendary manager has taken on two co-managers to help him run the mammoth fund. Just don’t use the word “retirement.”

Description: The latest trading day saw McDonald's (MCD) settling at $310.84, representing a -1.7% change from its previous close.

Description: In June, self-made billionaire Mark Cuban lit up X with a series of posts that didn't call for sweeping legislation, but something simpler: accountability. "When a large employer pays so little that their full-time employees qualify for Medicaid, or any public assistance, we the taxpayers are effectively subsidizing that big company. That's wrong," he wrote. Cuban wasn't pitching policy reform—he was drawing a line between capitalism and corporate freeloading. "The best way to reduce the cost of

Description: MCD stock outperforms the restaurant industry as its value-led strategy and consistent execution support shares amid uneven demand trends.

Description: Microsoft (NASDAQ:MSFT) founder Bill gates is best-known for his founding of the most valuable company in the world (on multiple occasions, just not now). And rightfully so. That said, over the years, Bill Gates has adjusted his portfolio holdings, choosing to divest in a range of companies via his own personal portfolio but also via his ... The Bill Gates Portfolio: 3 Of His Ancor Holdings Every Investor Should Consider

Description: McDonald’s Corporation (NYSE:MCD) is one of the 13 Best Fast Food Stocks to Buy. On December 15, Jefferies reiterated a Buy rating on McDonald’s Corporation (NYSE:MCD) with a price target of $360. Earlier, on December 10, Bernstein SocGen Group had also reaffirmed its Market Perform rating on McDonald’s Corporation (NYSE:MCD) and kept the price target […]

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Description: If you are wondering whether McDonald's at around $319 a share is still attractive, or if most of the upside is already reflected in the price, you are not alone. That is exactly what we are going to unpack here. The stock has quietly climbed 0.9% over the last week, 5.6% over the past month, and 11.8% over the last year, adding to a 69.5% gain over five years that has investors asking whether the growth story still justifies the current price. Recent headlines have focused on McDonald's...

Description: Jack In The Box (JACK) reported earnings 30 days ago. What's next for the stock? We take a look at earnings estimates for some clues.

Description: With softer consumer demand and cost pressure weighing on restaurants, how are McDonald's, Yum! Brands and Dutch Bros positioning for 2026?

Description: Analysts are saying that McDonald's could rise by 2030. Bullish on MCD? If you want a low-cost way to invest, SoFi lets you buy McDonald's stock with zero commissions, and new users who fund their account can receive up to 1,000 dollars in stock. ...

Description: Bill Gates is the kind of billionaire who enjoys a McDonald's burger — so much so that he can get one for free anytime he wants, thanks to his McDonald's McGold Card. His famously frugal friend Warren Buffett has one too. The pair have bonded over ...

Description: We came across a bullish thesis on McDonald’s Corporation on wallstreetbets subreddit by nskidder. In this article, we will summarize the bulls’ thesis on MCD. McDonald’s Corporation’s share was trading at $318.73 as of December 15th. MCD’s trailing and forward P/E were 27.02 and 23.92 respectively according to Yahoo Finance. McDonald’s Corporation owns, operates, and franchises restaurants under the McDonald’s brand in the United States and internationally. MCD is far more than a fast-food chai

Description: Darden Restaurants, which owns Olive Garden and LongHorn Steakhouse, had a big jump in same-restaurant sales growth.

Description: MCD turns to a digital-first MONOPOLY revival to drive app growth, reinforce value messaging and support U.S. traffic momentum in the fourth quarter.

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Description: What are the key issues facing McDonald's in 2026?

Description: From Pizza Hut’s potential sale to Cracker Barrel’s logo change controversy, this year was full of surprises

Description: In the latest trading session, McDonald's (MCD) closed at $314.5, marking a -1.33% move from the previous day.

Description: When people get more conservative with spending, it hurts restaurants that lack a true following. Some people love chains such as Chipotle, Chick-fil-A, Starbucks, and even McDonald's. They view spending money at those brands as a reasonable indulgence, something they may not truly be able to ...

Description: DRI is set to report Q2 FY26 earnings on Dec. 18. EPS is projected at $2.10, with Olive Garden and LongHorn expected to lead revenue growth amid cost pressure.

Description: SHIFT’s strength as consumer PR agency recognized for “Bills Mafia” sports marketing campaign that boosted brand relevance and salesBOSTON, Dec. 16, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- SHIFT Communications, an integrated PR agency for consumer, healthcare and B2B technology brands, has earned national recognition for its work with the McDonald’s Owner/Operator Association of the Empire State with its integrated agency team partners Moroch and OMD. The “Getting into the Minds, Hearts & Stomachs of ‘Bills Ma

Description: McDonald's value focus, scale advantages and digital strength stand out as Chipotle works through transaction pressure and execution challenges.

Description: McDonald’s Corporation (NYSE:MCD) is among the 12 Best Performing Dow Stocks in 2025. Barclays analyst Jeff Bernstein kept a Buy rating on McDonald’s Corporation (NYSE:MCD) on December 6 and set a price goal of $358. According to a December 8 CNBC report, starting on January 1, 2026, McDonald’s Corporation (NYSE:MCD) will evaluate franchisees worldwide based […]

Description: People need to eat, but what they eat depends a lot on their budget. Executives from lower-priced chains, including McDonald's and Dollar General, have commented on how they are seeing sales growth with higher-income customers. "We're pleased to see growth once again in our total customer count, ...

Description: Many McDonald's Corporation ( NYSE:MCD ) insiders ditched their stock over the past year, which may be of interest to...

Description: Many Americans remember when fast-food chains offered $1 burgers and 50-cent drinks; however, those days are long gone. Today, grabbing a quick meal can feel more like a splurge, with customers often shocked by the high total on their receipts. Fast-food was once the most affordable type of meal ...

Description: Lululemon is getting new leadership next year.

Description: The great Burger Wars of the early 1980s featured Burger King advertising its flame-broiled burger as superior in taste over McDonald's burgers cooked on flat griddles. Then came Wendy's advertisements in 1984 with legendary actor Clara Peller asking, "Where's the beef," and the fast-food chain ...

Description: McDonald's is preparing to close yet another restaurant in a matter of days, adding to a growing trend among major fast-food chains that have been rapidly shrinking their footprints in recent months. Rising costs, evolving consumer habits, and increased competition are putting pressure on beloved ...

Description: Canadian athletic apparel retailer Lululemon Athletica has disclosed that its CEO Calvin McDonald will depart from his position and as a member of the board of directors on 31 January 2026.

Description: McDonald's Türkiye brings the iconic world of FRIENDS to its menu. Limited-time "FRIENDS Meal" featuring Big Mac® and Chicken McNuggets®, comes with Monica's Marinara Sauce, show-inspired collectibles, and "Friends Coffee Corner" areas at selected restaurants—ready to welcome Friends fans.

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Description: CEO Calvin McDonald is stepping down after a dismal year for the stock.

Description: Lululemon Athletica Inc, said Thursday that its CEO Calvin McDonald is stepping down effective Jan. 31 as the athletic wear maker wrestles with a year of disappointing sales. The company, based in Vancouver, Canada, said that McDonald and the board are working together to manage a “smooth transition,” and he will serve as a senior advisor to the company through March 31, 2026. The board said it was conducting a comprehensive search in partnership with a leading executive search firm to select his successor.

Description: McDonald’s exit comes as the company’s estranged founder had privately been taking steps to mount a proxy fight.

Description: Wendy’s is allowing some franchisees to opt out of the morning business if it doesn’t make sense for their location

Description: New brand presidents have been appointed at Buffalo Wild Wings, BWW Go, and Sonic

Description: Dave Ramsey says anyone can build wealth by spending less than they earn and taking action to raise their income. Discussing the key steps to getting rich on "The Ramsey Show," he said income is the most powerful tool for getting out of debt and building wealth. Ramsey said people should not remain stuck in low wages and instead work to raise their pay by moving to a new employer. "You know where wages are stagnant? On people who are stagnant," he said. "You’ve only gotten stagnant wages if you

Description: The executive oversaw a period of tremendous growth at the activewear giant, but exits amid falling sales in its largest region.

Description: Dutch Bros ramps up breakfast with a hot food rollout, aiming to boost morning relevance and drive long-term revenue growth.

Description: Jim Cramer has built his reputation around energized analysis of growth stocks and whatever is trending at the moment, mostly because that’s what his audience wants to know about the most. However, there are some rare cases where he discusses stocks that are more on the “boring” end, like McDonald’s (NYSE:MCD). Cramer has not implied ... Jim Cramer Says” Buy, Buy, Buy” This Recession-Resistant Dividend Aristocrat Stock

Description: Recently, Zacks.com users have been paying close attention to McDonald's (MCD). This makes it worthwhile to examine what the stock has in store.

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Description: McDonald's (MCD) just kicked off December with a one two punch: a Grinch themed holiday meal that is selling out in spots and a systemwide reset of how franchisees think about pricing and value. See our latest analysis for McDonald's. That combination of holiday buzz and tighter value controls is landing against a backdrop of steady, if not explosive, momentum, with a roughly mid single digit year to date share price return and a multi year total shareholder return that still comfortably...

Description: Chipotle sharpens its digital playbook, tightening accuracy and incentives to lift engagement as it readies a heavier innovation cadence for 2026.

Description: In the wake of the viral successes of promotional meals centered around Grimace the Monster and classic McDonaldland characters, fast-food giant McDonald's launched the limited-time holiday Grinch Meal at the start of December. The meal tailored around the iconic Dr. Seuss character pairs either a ...

Description: Back when Mark Cuban was broke and sleeping on a beer-stained floor with five roommates, he probably didn't seem like the guy who'd one day own the NBA's Dallas Mavericks, sell his startup to Yahoo for $5.7 billion, and become a household name for telling people to stop drinking lattes. But in his eyes, that scrappy version of himself was already on the right track. Cuban rolled into Dallas three weeks before his 24th birthday in a busted-up Fiat X1/9 leaking oil, rocking a hole in the floorboar

Description: The food industry is becoming increasingly difficult to navigate as consumer spending slows, operational costs rise, and competition intensifies. In response, many fast-food chains are leaning heavily into menu innovation, rolling out limited-time items and collaborations to attract consumers. This ...

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Description: What do you give the man who could buy anything for Christmas? The man who still lives in the same modest Omaha home he bought in 1958, prefers McDonald's over five-star dining, and has said time and again that more possessions don't make him any happier. That man is Warren Buffett — the billionaire behind Berkshire Hathaway and a master of investing in businesses that make money the old-fashioned way. For Mary Buffett, his former daughter-in-law, this wasn't a theoretical question. When she mar

Description: Discover seven surprising stocks Warren Buffett refuses to own and learn the reasons behind his decisions to avoid these investments.

Description: MCD bets on a bold value reset, revamped EVMs and stronger digital engagement to rebuild U.S. guest counts in 2026.

Description: The chain will begin assessing pricing decisions by its operators in January to ensure that the system continues to provide the ideal customer experience.

Description: The fast food giant will assess franchisees’ pricing choices in terms of how effectively they deliver value.

Description: Fresh off its acquisition of StockOpter and raising $5 million, startup Grantd has built an AI-powered platform designed to help advisors manage this multi-trillion-dollar held-away asset.

Description: Lumana, the leader in AI video surveillance, today announced that it has surpassed 50,000 cameras. This milestone reinforces Lumana's rapid expansion and solidifies its position as the fastest-growing AI security company in a market shifting from reactive monitoring to proactive, real-time intelligence.

Description: McDonald’s has a message for franchisees: Do more to keep meals affordable. It will also ensure operators meet service and quality standards. “While the U.S. has a proud legacy of delivering value to our customers, we still have opportunity to deliver more,” Mason Smoot, chief restaurant officer for McDonald’s U.S., said in a Monday message to operators.

Description: Allison Worldwide, part of Stagwell (STGW), has announced the appointment of Jeremy Lucas as CEO, Europe.

Description: A lot of attention has been focused on McDonald's seeing a change in its customer base. That's something CEO Christopher Kempczinski talked about extensively during the chain's third-quarter earnings call. "In the U.S., we continue to see a bifurcated consumer base with QSR traffic from ...

Description: Strategy can be as important as food when it comes to restaurant chains. One innovative company started off strong, but made a wrong move and never recovered.

Description: While Keurig has faced an enormous backlash over the waste produced by its K-Cups, and Starbucks, McDonald's, and many other chains have faced criticism over plastic straws, Coca-Cola has largely gotten a pass on its wasteful packaging. That's not to say that nobody has criticized the beverage ...

Description: Analysts have been raising their price targets (PTs) for McDonald's stock (MCD) over the last month. Meanwhile, my price target remains 19% higher at $370. Shorting out-of-the-money puts and calls works here.

Description: In early December 2025, McDonald’s rolled out a limited-edition Grinch Meal and other seasonal tie-ins, such as Disneyland Resort 70th Celebration Happy Meals, which sparked strong customer demand, social media buzz, and even merchandise shortages at some locations. Beyond short-term holiday traffic, these promotions highlight how McDonald’s is leaning on collectibles, nostalgia, and themed menu innovation to deepen engagement with adult customers as well as families. We’ll now consider how...

Description: McDonald's stock narrative has been subtly recalibrated, with the fair value estimate edging slightly lower as analysts balance enthusiasm for long term brand strength against near term traffic and value mix uncertainties. A marginal uptick in the discount rate and a small trim to expected revenue growth reflect this more cautious stance, even as long range compounding potential remains firmly in focus. Read on to see how these quiet shifts in assumptions can reshape the story around the...

Description: The restaurant company's stock has brought all the trade-offs to the table you'd expect it to.

Description: Both Burger King and Wendy's have closed, or plan to close, hundreds of restaurants. In the case of Burger King, the company has suffered from the loss of key franchise operators. That's something the chain mitigated by buying some of the closed locations, but it has lost dozens of restaurants. ...

Description: McDonald's burgers are not the most popular item sold at the fast-food outlet. That title goes to this salty add-on that sees 3.6 billion orders a year.

Description: McDonald's (MCD) reported earnings 30 days ago. What's next for the stock? We take a look at earnings estimates for some clues.

Description: MCD tests an expanded beverage lineup that's driving stronger visits and checks, positioning the chain for a potential 2026 lift.

Description: McDonald's and Starbucks each have more than 40,000 stores worldwide, yet neither is the top fast food chain - that honor goes to an ice cream and tea brand.

Description: Many investors are wondering whether McDonald's at around $307 a share still offers meaningful upside or whether most of the potential is already reflected in the price. That is exactly what we are going to unpack here. Despite a choppy week with a -1.5% move, the stock is still up 3.8% over the last month, 5.2% year to date, 6.7% over 1 year, and 65.3% over 5 years. This indicates that the long-term story has remained relatively resilient. Recent headlines have focused on McDonald's...

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Description: CMG reshapes its pricing playbook, leaning on slower, phased increases as inflation builds and value protection takes center stage.

Description: When it comes to profitability in the fast food sphere, one brand rises above all others to reign supreme. It beats giants like Starbucks and Chipotle even.

Description: McDonald’s Corporation (NYSE:MCD) is one of the stocks Jim Cramer was recently asked about. When a caller showed curiosity about the stock, concerning the stock price and the dividend with respect to commodities, Cramer said: “Okay, here’s how I think about that. There’s two ways I want to look at it. I don’t know if […]

Description: Awardco co-founder and CEO Steve Sonnenberg says there's one thing that took his company from side hustle to $1 billion business: the ability to just get started. "When it comes to entrepreneurship, my superpower is all about just beginning," Sonnenberg told CNBC last week. "It's very easy for me to start, because that's just who I am." The Awardco Story Sonnenberg started Awardco in 2011, shortly after the dissolution of his previous company, WholesaleMatch. While a setback like that may have d

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Description: Beverages will also become a more important focus for the chain in 2026

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Description: Owning a business is already challenging enough, especially in an environment of rising costs, shifting consumer preferences, and increased competition, all amid an uncertain economy. For franchise systems, the stakes are even higher. They rely on independent operators to uphold the brand's ...

Description: Key Insights Given the large stake in the stock by institutions, McDonald's' stock price might be vulnerable to their...

Description: Americans have cut back on the restaurant spending. "Although dining out remains a staple for Americans, economic pressures have madeconsumers more cost conscious. Seven in ten consumers say they eat out at leastonce a month, yet more than a third report doing so less frequently compared to ...

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

Description: Fast food has become a defining part of American culture, and McDonald's remains the leader in the category. With breakfast, lunch, and dinner options that appeal to nearly every palate, the chain has won the hearts of thousands of fans and remained a daily destination for loyal customers for more ...

Description: Recently, Zacks.com users have been paying close attention to McDonald's (MCD). This makes it worthwhile to examine what the stock has in store.

Description: Looking for a product to sell to the expanding fast-food industry, he helped mainstream the burrito in the U.S.

Description: McDonald's (MCD) shares barely budged this week, managing a modest gain of less than 1%. Investors seem to be taking a wait-and-see approach as the market digests the company’s recent performance and overall consumer sentiment. See our latest analysis for McDonald's. Despite a quiet week, McDonald’s share price return over the past year stands at 6.13%, with a total shareholder return of 7.21%. This signals steady, if unspectacular, momentum for long-term holders. The stock currently trades...

Description: Key Insights The projected fair value for McDonald's is US$265 based on 2 Stage Free Cash Flow to Equity Current share...

Description: QSR giant McDonald’s has lagged behind the Dow Jones Industrial Average over the past year, yet analysts remain moderately optimistic about the stock’s prospects.

Description: Warren Buffett has spent nearly 60 years at the helm of Berkshire Hathaway, shaping markets, moving capital, and delivering the kind of steady, deadpan commentary investors treat as its own economic indicator. Even as he prepares to step back from daily leadership after decades in charge, he has no intention of disappearing. Earlier this month he said he plans to "go quiet," but he also made it clear he'll keep writing his annual Thanksgiving letter. For a man who prefers substance over spectacl

Description: Today, we start a list of the worst CEOs in America. There will be an all-time winner later in the year. The way these CEOs are picked stems from major strategy stumbles. It also included a series of decisions we made that affect three groups. These are shareholders, customers, and employees. Some of these CEOs ... Worst CEOs Of The Year: Brian Niccol Of Starbucks

Description: With the holidays only days away, fast-food chains have begun rolling out themed promotions, limited-time menu items, and branded merchandise to help customers get into the festive spirit. However, the motivation behind these seasonal releases isn't just spreading holiday cheer; it's about ...

Description: McDonald’s Corporation (NYSE:MCD) is included among the 15 Best Long Term Stocks to Buy According to Reddit. On‌ November‌ 19,​ G​uggen‍heim analyst Gregory Francfort ra⁠ised his pr‍ice target on McDonald’s Corporation (NYSE:MCD) to $310 from $295 while maint‌aining​ a Neutral‍ rating, as reported by The Fly. He noted​ that the company cont‌i​nues‍ to​ show “reasonably […]

Description: For many of the 1 in 8 Americans who have worked under the Golden Arches, wearing a McDonald's uniform is the first step toward turning ambition into achievement.

Description: U.S. stock markets closed sharply higher on Friday to complete a disappointing week.

Description: Analysts are saying that McDonald's could rise by 2030. Bullish on MCD? If you want a low-cost way to invest, SoFi lets you buy McDonald's stock with zero commissions, and new users who fund their account can receive up to 1,000 dollars in stock. ...

Description: In my college days in the late 90s, we visited New York City often, but had a fairly limited budget for meals. There were a lot of options. You could get a street vendor hot dog or a large slice of pizza for under $5. You might be able to go to Chinatown and eat for under $10, and fast food was ...

Description: When times are tight, people trade down. They might take a local vacation or even a staycation instead of getting on a plane, and they may opt for a less nice restaurant, or even cooking for themselves when it comes to meals. That's a trend both McDonald's and Dollar General's CEOs have noted in ...

Description: McDonald’s has announced a nationwide launch of its limited-edition adult Happy Meal, The Grinch Meal, beginning December 2, 2025, featuring a Big Mac or 10-piece Chicken McNuggets, Dill Pickle "Grinch Salt" McShaker fries, a medium drink, and Grinch-themed socks, in partnership with Dr. Seuss Enterprises. Building on the promotion’s previous success in Canada, this festive campaign leverages pop-culture nostalgia and unique menu items to drive holiday season engagement and differentiate...

Description: Lowe’s shares are seeing a relief rally, as third-quarter results cleared a very low bar, following weak results out of Home Depot Lowe’s comps slightly outperformed its larger peer, with that occurring only once in the prior eight quarters. There’s upside near $1/share if gross margins get back above 3.25%, which is still far from the pandemic highs of 4.5% when the stock went public.

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

Description: Since the 1980s, people have debated the environmental impact of packaging. Much of that debate focused on fast-food chains using styrofoam, but in recent years, the discussion has also involved Amazon and its propensity to use larger boxes than needed for the items it ships. Most companies that ...

Description: Nvidia seems to occupy a similar space in the financial markets these days. As the world’s most-valuable company, selling a product that powers the global economy’s biggest investment boom, it’s become as definitive as the Fed in determining broader risk appetite. After all, his thoughts about demand, and Nvidia’s better-than-expected third quarter earnings, are likely to boost the chip maker’s market value by $220 billion on Thursday alone.

Description: CODE PICKLE: Dr. Seuss's The Grinch has successfully slipped into the Golden Arches and on Dec. 2, he's unleashing The Grinch Meal. The meal, made in partnership with Dr. Seuss Enterprises and McDonald's, will be available at participating restaurants nationwide for a limited time, while supplies last. His diabolical culinary debut features Dill Pickle "Grinch Salt" McShaker Fries, arriving for the first time in the U.S.

Description: The McRib is back on McDonald’s (NYSE:MCD) menus across the U.S. and it is not only lovers of the unique sandwich that are excited. "The legendary McRib" returned to most U.S. McDonald’s outlets on Nov. 11, Senior Marketing Director Guillaume Huin ...

Description: A leading fast-food chain faces multiple problems that have forced restaurants to shut down.Low margins and poor sales may be its biggest problem.The chain's franchise operators have struggled, and one filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy. Fast-food/quick-serve restaurants (QSR) operate in a brutally ...

Description: SBUX slips 15% as rising costs, soft traffic and a slow turnaround pressure margins despite early signs of stabilization.

Description: Curious if McDonald's is still a meal deal in today's market, or if the price at the window is higher than it's worth? You're not alone. A lot of investors are asking the same question about its share value right now. The stock has eased back slightly, down 0.7% over the last week and 1.1% in the past month, but it's still up 4.1% year-to-date and has delivered a solid 55.4% return over five years. Recent news about McDonald's ongoing global expansions and new menu innovations has continued...

Description: Brussels launches sweeping probe into AWS and Azure after back-to-back outages rattle confidence in Big Tech's cloud dominance.

Description: There is a bifurcation in the American economy between higher- and lower-income consumers. The latter are being left behind.

Description: President Trump is stepping up his effort to try to counteract the unease Americans feel with rising prices and his own handling of the issue.

Description: Wendy's plans to close hundreds U.S. restaurants over the next few months amid spending cutbacks from its customers.

Description: Starbucks' fourth-quarter margin plunge amid persistent inflation and rising labor costs clouds its turnaround as investments continue to pressure profits.

Description: Krispy Kreme's turnaround is gaining momentum, but it's not yet fully baked.

Description: If we want to find a stock that could multiply over the long term, what are the underlying trends we should look for...

Description: These customers are feeling the pressures of higher prices on groceries and apparel and the growing cost of rent and child care, the company's chief executive said in a recent earnings call.

Description: Krispy Kreme's turnaround work is slowly gaining traction.

Description: “Rich Dad Poor Dad,” author Robert Kiyosaki has once again sparked conversation online with unrestrained financial advice aimed at those struggling with poverty. In a recent post on X, he said, “While I feel for poor people … I do not believe in giving poor people money.” Buy Low, Sell High Kiyosaki used the post to promote silver as an affordable investment, especially compared to assets like Bitcoin. “Most people in the world … even poor people can afford $50 in silver,” he wrote. He predicted

Description: I wish I had been “scammed” by Zcash six weeks ago instead of three weeks ago. But hey! Beggars can’t be choosers. Zcash sisters! Rise up! But before we get into this Weekly Crypto Round-Up, tell us what this pattern is called: (Source: TradingView) So you’re telling me I’ll have ...

Description: Everybody loves dividends, essentially investors' form of payday. They can help limit drawdowns in other positions and provide a passive income stream, two key traits that all market participants enjoy.

Description: DASH's strong Q3 revenue and 25% jump in Marketplace GOV highlight its expanding reach and growing customer demand.

Description: We recently published Jim Cramer Discussed These 25 Stocks In An Important Show About AI Spending. Chipotle Mexican Grill, Inc. (NYSE:CMG) is one of the stocks Jim Cramer recently discussed. Chipotle Mexican Grill, Inc. (NYSE:CMG), the fast casual restaurant chain, is another frequent feature of Cramer’s morning show. The CNBC TV host believes that the […]

Description: Chains from Taco Bell to Shake Shack to El Pollo Loco plan to significantly ramp up their drink innovation to drive more occasions and higher checks

Description: Starbucks enters fiscal 2026 with comp gains and service upgrades, but rising coffee costs and an uneven recovery still loom.

Description: Recently, Zacks.com users have been paying close attention to McDonald's (MCD). This makes it worthwhile to examine what the stock has in store.

Description: MONTEVIDEO, Uruguay, November 13, 2025--Arcos Dorados Holdings Inc. (NYSE: ARCO) ("Arcos Dorados" or the "Company"), Latin America’s largest restaurant chain and the world’s largest independent McDonald’s franchisee, today announced its participation in the following investor event:

Description: Bank of Montreal (BMO) announced five new Canadian depositary receipts (CDRs) will begin trading on the Cboe Canada exchange today. The initial offering of these new CDRs has closed.

Description: A thunderous shot was fired in the burger wars when national restaurant chain Chili's launched a value-priced burger meal that directly targeted fast-food chains, including McDonald's and Wendy's. Chili's plan: win away customers who frequent stores more often. While the burger wars continue, that ...

Description: The end of the government shutdown would bring federal employees back to Washington, D.C., and boost sales for restaurant chains with a high share of their stores in the region. The House of Representatives has a vote tonight to fund the government and end the shutdown. In a Wednesday note, Citi analyst Jon Tower noted that Cava a Mediterranean fast-casual chain, has nearly 16% of its restaurants in Washington, D.C., Maryland, and Virginia, while salad chain Sweetgreen has about 12% of its restaurants in the area.

Description: We recently published 12 Fresh Stocks Jim Cramer Discussed Along With His Latest Thoughts On Quantum Computing . McDonald’s Corporation (NYSE:MCD) is one of the stocks Jim Cramer recently discussed. McDonald’s Corporation (NYSE:MCD)’s shares are up by 2.5% year-to-date despite the multifaceted turmoil that the restaurant sector is facing. Restaurant firms have suffered from a […]

Description: Berkshire Hathaway mogul Buffett, worth $150 billion, says kindness is more golden than big bank accounts. He still eats at McDonald’s, and says luxury purchases wouldn’t make him happier.

Description: When you buy and hold a stock for the long term, you definitely want it to provide a positive return. But more than...

Description: DASH's expanding partnerships and strong order growth drive optimism, but fierce competition and high valuation keep investors cautious.

Description: There is a subtle tone shift in how analysts and some retail investors view the market, as more people believe the AI rally has transformed into a bubble. Even if you don’t share that view, it is always a good idea to hedge, and defensive dividend stocks like Atmos Energy (NYSE:ATO), McDonald’s (NYSE:MCD), and Waste ... Is the AI Rally Over? 3 Defensive Dividend Stocks to Rotate Your Profits Into

Description: More Americans are living paycheck to paycheck, with low-income earners feeling the brunt of the strain.

Description: Wendy's plans to close hundreds U.S. restaurants over the next few months amid spending cutbacks from its customers.

Description: It’s back. The McRib, that saucy, boneless, cult-classic sandwich from McDonald’s has returned to menus across the United States. Every few years, McDonald’s brings back the McRib for a limited time, turning a humble barbecue sandwich into a nationwide event. Fans post countdowns, trade ...

Description: Despite concerns about the restaurant industry, McDonald's continues to grow its revenue.

Description: Every time McDonald’s reintroduces its cult-favorite McRib sandwich, crypto traders revive the long-running joke that Bitcoin tends to rally alongside it. Data shows Bitcoin rose ...

Description: What could be described as a burrito malaise is an indicator of fresh price sensitivity.

Description: US fast-food chain Burger King will rapidly expand its China operations in coming years, its parent company said, selling its controlling stake to form a new joint venture powered by hundreds of millions of dollars in local investment.The latest shake-up follows an announcement last week by Starbucks that it will sell a controlling stake in its China retail operations.

Description: Bitcoin (sometimes) pumps when the McRib returns. Will this sweet, slathered meat help BTC repeat the feat?

Description: Nancy Tengler shares her market outlook and favorite stocks.

Description: Burger King’s parent company is doing a joint venture with a Chinese investment firm to inject new capital to expand the burger chain’s business in China.

Description: Sebastian Marquez reached a $1 million net worth without a six-figure job by getting started early, he told CNBC. The 28-year-old picked up jobs at McDonald's (NYSE:MCD), Walmart (NYSE:WMT), and a chicken farm to save extra money. He saved up $8,000 ...

Description: Does Walmart pay its employees enough to afford to eat at McDonald’s? Here is a look at the math.

Description: Investing in McDonald's stock could start to earn you some sweet passive income -- enough to fund your lunch habit indefinitely.

Description: The company is keeping prices steady while investing in people, says Tricia Tolivar.

Description: With McDonald’s and Burger King posting same-store sales gains, Wendy’s is under pressure to raise its average unit volume.

Description: QSR giant McDonald’s has notably underperformed the broader market over the past year, yet analysts remain optimistic about the stock’s long-term prospects.

Description: The burger wars have always been fiercely fought, but the battle is even more challenging this year due to inflation and job losses. Prices are surging, and consumers are becoming increasingly cautious with their spending, particularly when it comes to dining out. Fast-food restaurants, known in ...

Description: In recent quarters, McDonald's CEO Christopher J. Kempczinski has talked a lot about value. He admitted that the chain had lost its focus as a value leader and took clear steps to address that. These included: Bringing back the Snack Wrap at a $2.99 price pointAdding more Value MealsGenerally ...

Description: These stocks are behemoths in their respective industries and among the safest stocks you can hold for not only years, but decades.

Description: Fast food chains have been struggling for years amidst changing consumer preferences, but these three have managed to maintain the most locations in the US.

Description: McDonald's (MCD) just posted its third-quarter results, and they tell an interesting story. Revenue and net income nudged higher compared to last year, but the company did not quite meet all expectations. This is largely because traffic among lower-income customers remains weak. See our latest analysis for McDonald's. Despite steady new menu launches and steady global sales growth, the recent 1-year total shareholder return of just 2.6% reflects investor caution after softer earnings and...

Description: McDonald's stock has seen its consensus analyst price target edge slightly lower, from $331.14 to $330.87. This reflects a slight shift in the market's outlook as analysts weigh both optimism for the company's value-focused strategies and caution regarding changing consumer dynamics. Stay tuned to learn how you can follow shifts in analyst sentiment and stay ahead of developments shaping the McDonald's investment narrative. Analyst Price Targets don't always capture the full story. Head over...

Description: McDonald’s Corporation (NYSE:MCD) is included among the 15 Best DRIP Stocks to Own Right Now. On November 6, Baird raised its pri‍ce target on McDonald’s Corporation (NYSE:MCD) to $325 f⁠rom $322 while maintaining a N⁠eutral‌ rating, upda‌t​ing its m‍odel f‍ollowing the company’s Q3 results and positive outlook, as reported by The Fly. McDonald’s Corporation (NYSE:MCD) […]

Description: McDonald’s Corporation (NYSE:MCD) is one of the stocks Jim Cramer recently shared thoughts on. Cramer noted the company cutting prices on its products. He said: “Or how about a stock like McDonald’s? Headlines come out this morning, they say it’s a big disappointment, a huge disappointment. It was a big miss on revenues, big miss […]

Description: Targa Resources reported a solid third-quarter beat driven by volume growth in the gathering & processing segment and also plans to come in at the high end of the previous fiscal-2025 adjusted Ebitda guidance. It also bought back about $156 million of stock during the quarter and announced a 25% dividend increase for 2026; we thus expect investors to view this update positively. Bio-Techne reported below-expected financial results for its first-quarter 2026 (September), including revenue of $286.6 million, down 1% year over year, and flat adjusted earnings of $0.42 versus $0.42 for first-quarter 2025.

Description: Shares of doughnut chain Krispy Kreme (NASDAQ:DNUT) jumped 8.7% in the afternoon session after the company reported third-quarter financial results that showed early signs of progress in its turnaround plan, beating profit expectations even as revenue slightly missed forecasts.

Description: The company plans to shut down hundreds of consistently underperforming restaurants across the country.

Description: The company is identifying underperforming locations as part of its Project Fresh turnaround plan, put into place in October

Description: With McDonald's a longer-term bull put spread may be in order. Longer-term option trades tend to move a little slower than short-term trades.

Description: McDonald's Corp generated a very strong free cash flow margin in Q3 - over 34% of sales. That implies MCD stock could be very undervalued here-at least 23% over the next year. Shorting OTM puts is one way to play it.

Description: Nasdaq OMX Copenhagen A/S Charlottenlund, 7 November 2025Announcement no. 281 Planned acquisition of Property Leased to Burger King, Odense, Denmark Today, the Company's Board of Directors has evaluated and decided to acquire the property on the terms outlined below (the acquisition agreement is expected to be signed next week): BackgroundThe company has the opportunity to acquire a modern property built in 2008, leased to Burger King (Nordic Service Partners A/S). Burger King has been a tenant

Description: The drive-thru coffee chain is putting pressure on legacy competitors with its goal to be a one-stop shop in the morning daypart.

Description: Change keeps coming to Starbucks and we’re not talking about the happy messages workers are now required to write on the cups even as some go on strike. On Monday, Starbucks announced that it would sell a 60% stake in its China operation to Chinese asset manager Boyu Capital for a $4 billion enterprise value, while creating a joint venture that includes licensing payments to Starbucks. Whatever the rationale, the JV seems to make sense for Starbucks.

Description: At SIGGRAPH 2024, Nvidia Corporation (NASDAQ:NVDA) CEO Jensen Huang shared a humorous insight into the long road to success, joking that he might have followed Meta Platforms, Inc. (NASDAQ:META) CEO Mark Zuckerberg's early college-dropout approach if he had known how long building a tech empire would take. CEOs Reflect On Decades Of Innovation During a wide-ranging discussion on the future of generative AI, Zuckerberg praised Huang for his role in powering the AI revolution. "There is a lot of n

Description: A combination of Coca-Cola (KO), Caterpillar (CAT), and McDonald's (MCD) shares would provide precisely the blend needed for a portfolio that pays out monthly.

Description: Third quarter earnings season is in full swing, and analysts expect S&P 500 companies grew their profits by 8% during the quarter.

Description: The doughnut company exited 3,500 underperforming locations in 2025 so far, and will focus only on high-traffic points of access

Description: You don't know what you have until it's gone. Now that one small coin is no longer being minted, fast food customers are feeling the effects.

Description: The company is supporting franchisees with the relaunch of Extra Value Meals through Q1 to bolster its value perception

Description: McDonald's (MCD) reported steady earnings with 1% growth for the year, which is a bit softer than its robust 9.9% average annual growth over the past five years. The company's net profit margin came in at a strong 32.2%, just below last year's 32.3%. Analysts see earnings growing 6.8% per year ahead, which is behind broader U.S. market expectations. With attractive dividends, continued profitability, and limited headline risks, the latest results highlight both the brand's resilience and the...

Description: McDonald's third-quarter profit has slipped on higher taxes, but steady traffic, strong digital engagement and loyalty gains have kept growth intact.

Description: Krispy Kreme said it is retooling its distribution network to prioritize selling doughnuts through retailers like Walmart and Costco.

Description: Consumers are feeling the pinch. Hence, one can bet on high-growth sectors. ETFs like ITA, XLK, VFH & XRT could lead the 2026 rally.

Description: Restaurant stocks are in focus after names like McDonald's (MCD) and Cava (CAVA) released earnings and highlighted a pullback in consumers eating out. Citi director and restaurant analyst Jon Tower shares some of his top picks in the space and explains what he's looking for when picking stocks. To watch more expert insights and analysis on the latest market action, check out more Market Catalysts.

Description: There's still time for investors to take advantage of these two.

Description: Miramar Capital co-founder and senior portfolio manager, Max Wasserman, joins Morning Brief host Julie Hyman to discuss portfolio diversification and which stocks and sectors are poised to benefit as interest rates continue to come down. To watch more expert insights and analysis on the latest market action, check out more Morning Brief.

Description: McDonald’s and other restaurants started rolling out value meals last year to keep orders coming despite economic pressures

Description: For the quarter ended 30 September 2025, revenue rose 3% to $7.07bn.

Description: Companies In The News Are: AMGN, EXEL, LITE, MCD.

Description: McDonald’s expects price-sensitive Americans to cut back further as a slowing US economy, sticky inflation and higher fast-food prices squeeze household budgets. While the burger chain’s quarterly results showed rising global sales, executives warned that low-income consumers are reducing visits and spending less per order, signalling a tougher backdrop for the wider quick-service restaurant (QSR)…

Description: Lower-income customers aren’t finding much value in the menu at McDonald’s these days. Traffic dropped “nearly double digits” industry-wide among this demographic, chief executive Christopher Kempczinski told investors Wednesday during the fast-food giant’s third-quarter earnings call. Such customers are disproportionately feeling the strain of mounting economic pressures, including higher prices on groceries and apparel as well as the growing cost of rent and child care, he said.Subscribe to Th

Description: Third quarter earnings season is in full swing, and analysts expect S&P 500 companies grew their profits by 8% during the quarter.

Description: Stocks gained ground on Wall Street following several upbeat economic updates and a steady flow of quarterly reports from U.S. companies. The S&P 500 rose 0.4% Wednesday. The Dow Jones Industrial Average climbed 0.5%, and the Nasdaq composite added 0.6%.

Description: The Dow Jones Industrial Average and other major stock indexes gave back some gains but finished firmly in positive territory Wednesday afternoon, with tech stocks recovering from the previous day's sell-off on valuation concerns.

Description: McDonald's reported faster-than-expected US sales growth last quarter as diners prioritized cheap fast food and pulled back from more premium meals at fast-casual chains. The company attributes the rise mostly to higher per-visit spending. McDonald's is also targeting deeper discounts and expects to maintain it's value program in the coming quarters. Allspring Global Investments Senior Portfolio Analyst joined Emily Graffeo and Katie Greifeld on 'Bloomberg Businessweek Daily' to break it down.

Description: McDonald's Corp (MCD) reports robust international performance and innovative strategies, while navigating inflationary pressures and declining US traffic.

Description: ADP private payrolls took center stage as the US shutdown, which has stifled the flow of official data, became the longest ever.

Description: Consumer stocks advanced late Wednesday afternoon, with the Consumer Staples Select Sector SPDR Fund

Description: Fast-food giant McDonald's scored solid sales growth Wednesday following promotions to attract struggling consumers, with company shares rising despite profits missing expectations.To secure support for the promotions from McDonald's franchisees, the company is financing half the cost of promotion, said Chief Financial Officer Ian Borden.

Description: <body><p>STORY: Shares of McDonald's rose Wednesday after the fast-food giant beat third-quarter global sales estimates, thanks to affordable meal offers that lured budget-conscious consumers.</p><p>McDonald's has kept its $5 meal deal in place for more than a year, prioritized menu innovation and intensified marketing efforts to revive demand.</p><p>Executives at the fast food chain pointed to high prices of essentials such as rent, food and childcare as weighing on low-income consumers.</p><p>To counter those pressures, McDonald's in September reintroduced its Extra Value Meals and began working with franchisees to standardize a 15% discount on combo meals nationwide, up from the current 10% to 11%.</p><p>Comparable sales in the U.S., McDonald's largest market, rose nearly two and a half percent in the third quarter compared with a 0.3% rise a year earlier.</p><p>The company expects early momentum from another promotion, one tied to the iconic Monopoly game, to further accelerate U.S. sales growth in the fourth quarter.</p></body>

Description: The Golden Arches is one of several brands known for bargains that are seeing more high-earners.

Description: Yahoo Finance's John Hyland tracks Wednesday's top moving stocks and biggest market stories in this Market Minute. Google (GOOG, GOOGL) cleared a major antitrust hurdle in its attempt to acquire cybersecurity firm Wiz. Additionally, Google reached a settlement with Epic Games (EPGA.PVT) over alleged app-space monopoly. McDonald's (MCD) reported faster-than-expected US sales growth in the third quarter. Stay up to date on the latest market action, minute-by-minute, with Yahoo Finance's Market Minute.

Description: Tech stocks rebounded from Tuesday's losses to help boost the major U.S. equities indexes Wednesday afternoon.

Description: Affordable bundles and fan-favorite items help lift sales amid tighter household budgets

Description: The restaurant chains’ CEOs noted that while young, lower-income consumers are pulling back, high-income earners are still hungry to spend.

Description: The Golden Arches seems to have turned a tide with consumers as it reaccelerates same-store sales growth.

Description: All three major US stock indexes were up in late-morning trading Wednesday, as some big artificial-i

Description: Strong Private Payrolls for October.

Description: U.S. same-store sales in Q3 were up 2.4% driven by the re-launch of the Snack Wraps and Extra Value Meals

Description: McDonald’s Corporation (NYSE: MCD) reported third-quarter earnings this morning that fell short on both fronts. The company posted adjusted earnings per share of $3.22 against consensus expectations of $3.36, missing by 4.2%. Revenue came in at $7.078 billion, trailing the $7.166 billion estimate by 1.2%. The stock opened lower in early trading as investors digested ... McDonald’s Pops Despite Q3 Earnings Miss

Description: The fast-food wars are always raging as top quick-service restaurants, or QSRs, face off against each other to win over hungry customers. Still, a clear winner—Chick-fil-A—and a loser—Wendy's —are emerging this year amid growing concerns stemming from rebounding inflation and unemployment. ...

Description: Market Domination Overtime host Josh Lipton takes a look at the top stories for investors to watch on Wednesday, Nov. 5. New York City's mayoral race is underway, with polls to close at 9:00 p.m. on Tuesday. Toyota (TM), Novo Nordisk (NVO), and McDonald's (MCD) will report quarterly earnings before the opening bell, while AppLovin (APP), Qualcomm (QCOM), and Robinhood (HOOD) report after the closing bell. ADP (ADP) will release employment data for October. To watch more expert insights and analysis on the latest market action, check out more Market Domination Overtime.

Description: Stock futures were mixed following a choppy day that saw all three major gauges fall.

Description: McDonald’s offers the $5 Meal Deal, and Buy One Get One for $1. The fast-food chain also cut prices on eight popular combo meals in the U.S.

Description: Third quarter earnings season is in full swing, and analysts expect S&P 500 companies grew their profits by 8% during the quarter.

Description: Ever wondered if McDonald's stock is still a value buy, or if its golden arches are hiding an overpriced burger? You're not alone. Let's break down what's really going on with the share price. Despite a slight dip of 4.4% over the past week and a modest 1.3% year-to-date return, McDonald's continues to deliver long-term growth, boasting a 55.8% gain over five years. Recent headlines have centered on McDonald's expansion into digital ordering and delivery, as well as strategic international...

Description: The Golden Arches seems to have turned a tide with consumers as it reaccelerates same-store sales growth.

Description: There are over 1500 companies reporting this week. These are 5 must-watch stocks.

Description: Portillo's Inc. (PTLO) delivered earnings and revenue surprises of -50.00% and -1.46%, respectively, for the quarter ended September 2025. Do the numbers hold clues to what lies ahead for the stock?

Description: Banco Santander hits new highs with surging profits, rising EPS forecasts, and bold shareholder returns fueling bullish momentum.

Description: Natures Way Foods supplies UK retailers such as Tesco, Aldi, and Morrisons, along with foodservice customers.

Description: On October 22, 2025, McDonald's Corporation announced a 5% increase in its quarterly cash dividend to US$1.86 per share, payable on December 15, 2025, for shareholders of record as of December 1, 2025. This higher dividend underscores the company's confidence in its Accelerating the Arches growth strategy and commitment to long-term shareholder returns. We'll examine how McDonald’s increased dividend signals ongoing strength in free cash flow and reinforces confidence in future earnings...

Description: In the last year, many McDonald's Corporation ( NYSE:MCD ) insiders sold a substantial stake in the company which may...

Description: The company aims to lift same-store sales between 3% and 5% by 2027 through the initiative.

Description: All eyes are on the government shutdown, which is nearing the longest on record. Meanwhile, investors will dig into earnings from McDonald’s, AMD and others. On Thursday, Tesla is due to publish the outcome of its shareholder vote on CEO Elon Musk’s pay package.

Description: Fast-food chain McDonald’s (NYSE:MCD) will be reporting results this Wednesday before market hours. Here’s what to look for.

Description: Third quarter earnings season is in full swing, and analysts expect S&P 500 companies grew their profits by 8% during the quarter.

Description: A number of big-name companies are set to report earnings this week, including Advanced Micro Devices (AMD), McDonald's (MCD), and Spotify (SPOT). Yahoo Finance Senior Reporters Allie Canal and Brooke DiPalma share what investors need to know heading into the reports. To watch more expert insights and analysis on the latest market action, check out more Market Domination.

Description: US benchmark equity indexes were mostly higher after midday Monday amid a jump in Amazon.com (AMZN)

Description: S&P 500 companies' quarterly earnings growth slowed down compared with financials reported up until

Description: A wave of coffee chains with national ambitions—not to mention fast-food chains including McDonald’s and Taco Bell—are undercutting Starbucks’s dominance. Correction: An earlier version of this story incorrectly referred to Dunkin’ as Dunkin’ Brands.

Description: “There are too many bulls,” says perma-bull Ed Yardeni of eponymous firm Yardeni Research, after a torrid six-month advance that defied virtually every warning. The S&P 500 Index has soared 37% since early April, a feat topped in just five other instances since 1950, according to data compiled by Bloomberg. Yardeni predicts the S&P 500 could fall as much as 5% from its peak by late December as sentiment and technical indicators are looking stretched.

Description: The Wendy’s Company (NASDAQ:WEN) is one of the stocks Jim Cramer had in this week’s game plan. Cramer showed pessimism around the stock, as he commented: “Finally, Friday, we got a lagging fast food chain, Wendy’s… I think these two bookends are most appropriate… and unfortunately, losers keep losing, so you gotta avoid Wendy’s.” The […]

Description: McDonald’s Corporation (NYSE:MCD) is one of the stocks Jim Cramer had in this week’s game plan. Cramer said that the company is the “single best judge” of the consumer. He commented: “Now, onto something more interesting. McDonald’s reports on Wednesday, and I think they are the single best judge, maybe in the world, of the […]

Description: US equity futures were mixed ahead of Monday's opening bell as traders digested earnings from Berksh

Description: US equity futures were mixed pre-bell Monday as traders digested earnings from Berkshire Hathaway (B

Description: The benchmark US stock measures were tracking in the green before the opening bell Monday as traders

Description: Wall Street futures pointed moderately higher pre-bell as traders digested a positive earnings repor

Description: Following President Trump's return from Asia, eyes are on whether an end to the government shutdown is in sight. Meanwhile, investors will dig into earnings from McDonald’s, Palantir and a host of other companies.

Description: Arcos Dorados Holdings Inc. (NYSE:ARCO) is one of the stocks Jim Cramer spoke about recently. During the lightning round, a caller asked if the stock is a buy, and Cramer replied: “No, no, I mean you just own McDonald’s. That’s my key, that’s my, I happen to like McDonald’s by the way, the stock and […]

Description: Vertex, Corteva, and many more will also report earnings. On the economic front, The Supreme Court will hear arguments on the legality of Trump’s tariffs, and ADP will release October employment data.

Description: The fast-food chicken sandwich war did not begin in the new millennium, but, instead, had its roots dating back to 1979 with the launch of Burger King's Chicken Specialty Sandwich, which is now known as the Original Chicken Sandwich. Burger King even had a two-for-one offer of two sandwiches for ...

Description: The K-shaped economy is changing consumer spending, and Chipotle, Coca Cola and McDonalds are trying to adapt.

Description: Market Domination Overtime host Josh Lipton previews several of the biggest stories to come throughout next week, including: — The nearing expiration of SNAP benefits funding (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) as a federal judge orders the Trump administration to continue funding the program. — Earnings results from Berkshire Hathaway (BRK-A, BRK-B) this Saturday and quarterly results from companies like Palantir Technologies (PLTR), Advanced Micro Devices (AMD), Qualcomm (QCOM), and McDonald's (MCD) throughout the rest of the week — The beginning of open enrollment for health insurance coverage. — Economic commentary from a handful of Federal Reserve officials. — Tesla's (TSLA) shareholder meeting, where investors will vote on CEO Elon Musk's $1 trillion executive pay package. To watch more expert insights and analysis on the latest market action, check out more Market Domination Overtime.

Description: President Trump returned from Asia in time for markets to finish October on an upbeat note. Now, focus turns to whether an endgame is in sight for the monthlong government shutdown. Meanwhile, investors will dig into earnings from a range of companies including Berkshire Hathaway, McDonald’s and Palantir Technologies.

Description: Third quarter earnings season is ramping up, and analysts expect S&P 500 companies grew their profits by 8% during the quarter.

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Description: Key Insights Given the large stake in the stock by institutions, McDonald's' stock price might be vulnerable to their...

Description: Looking beyond Wall Street's top-and-bottom-line estimate forecasts for McDonald's (MCD), delve into some of its key metrics to gain a deeper insight into the company's potential performance for the quarter ended September 2025.

Description: McDonald's (MCD) has been one of the stocks most watched by Zacks.com users lately. So, it is worth exploring what lies ahead for the stock.

Description: For a logo with a trademark grin, Wendy’s has little to smile about nowadays.

Description: Economic activity is booming in the North Sea and the Middle East. Two small caps, MIND and PPIH, are participating.

Description: Burger King’s U.S. results are improving, and executives say they aren’t resorting to discounts like rivals to bring in Whopper fans. The burger chain’s U.S. same-store sales increased 3.2% in its three months ended Sept. 30, accelerating from the prior quarter, and executives said Burger King is now outpacing many burger rivals and U.S. fast food as a whole. “We've got a lot of innings to work through on Burger King, but we're very comfortable that we're seeing the results,” said Patrick Doyle, executive chairman of chain parent Restaurant Brands International.

Description: Papa John's (PZZA) doesn't possess the right combination of the two key ingredients for a likely earnings beat in its upcoming report. Get prepared with the key expectations.

Description: EMERYVILLE, Calif., October 30, 2025--Tanium, a leader in Autonomous Endpoint Management (AEM), has announced that Global AI Advisor and Former Head of GTM at OpenAI, Zack Kass, is a featured speaker at its milestone 10th annual Converge conference November 17-20 live in Orlando and virtual. This year’s event will showcase agentic AI innovation, expanded Tanium AEM platform capabilities and transformative customer success, all delivered through immersive sessions, exclusive product reveals and h

Description: U.S. stocks closed mixed on Wednesday, with the Dow ending lower and the S&P 500 finishing flat, after the Federal Reserve announced an interest rate cut but Fed Chair Jerome Powell cast uncertainty over another rate cut in December.

Description: Shake Shack (SHAK) delivered earnings and revenue surprises of +16.13% and +1.09%, respectively, for the quarter ended September 2025. Do the numbers hold clues to what lies ahead for the stock?

Description: McDonald's is just one year away from joining an elite group.

Description: McDonald’s Corporation (NYSE:MCD) is included among the 13 Most Undervalued Dividend Stocks to Buy According to Wall Street Analysts. On October 27, Mizuho began coverag‌e of McDonald’s Corporation (NYSE:MCD) wi‌th a Neu‌tral ratin​g and a $300 price target. The firm mentioned that an “aggressive v‍a‌lue strategy” is being implemented to⁠ i‍mp​ro‍ve traf‌fic t​rends at McDona⁠ld’s, […]

Description: McDonald's (MCD) reached $302.35 at the closing of the latest trading day, reflecting a -1.32% change compared to its last close.

Description: McDonald's (MCD) doesn't possess the right combination of the two key ingredients for a likely earnings beat in its upcoming report. Get prepared with the key expectations.

Description: Cheesecake Factory (CAKE) delivered earnings and revenue surprises of +13.33% and -0.63%, respectively, for the quarter ended September 2025. Do the numbers hold clues to what lies ahead for the stock?

Description: Futures: The futures are trading higher on Tuesday after a strong start to the week on Wall Street. Traders were buoyed by positive news on the potential for a trade agreement with China and the potential resolution of the TikTok issue. With Wall Street ready for a deluge of earnings this week, the most important ... Tuesday’s Top 10 Wall Street Analyst Upgrades and Downgrades: Crowdstrike, Starbucks, Constellation Energy, McDonalds and More

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Description: Once only available through retail media networks, the new supply-side partnership delivers turnkey measurement of key metrics, including sales lift and incremental ROAS.NEW YORK, Oct. 28, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- OpenX Technologies, Inc., one of the world’s leading omnichannel supply-side platforms, and Attain, the most trusted and comprehensive source for live purchase data, today announced a groundbreaking supply-side in-flight sales optimization solution, delivering verified, sales-based out

Description: The United States Foodservice Market is projected to expand from US$ 846 Billion in 2024 to US$ 1.97 trillion by 2033, driven by a CAGR of 9.85% from 2025 to 2033. Key growth factors include rising consumer demand for convenience, online food ordering, and a surge in quick-service and upscale dining venues. Health-focused eating trends and digital innovations further propel market growth, amidst challenges like labor shortages and escalating costs. Notably, areas such as California, Texas, and N

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Description: McDonald's is one of the most popular restaurants in the world, but the company has been witnessing a troubling shift in customer behavior lately as the economy strains many of its customers, forcing them to reduce their visits. Customers can't be blamed, given that prices across the quick-service ...

Description: It’s not every day that a boring entity like McDonald’s gives you a legit opportunity for a 138% payout. Here’s the mispricing everyone is ignoring.

Description: The pizza restaurant industry is one of the most competitive dining sectors in the U.S., with two pizza giants ranking among the Top 8 of all fast-food chains based on locations in 2025. Domino's had the sixth-most number of locations with 7,014, behind Subway (19,502), Starbucks (16,935), ...

Description: When I’m shopping at Costco, I tend to want to get in and out of the store as quickly as possible. That’s because I have very little patience for large crowds, which Costco tends to attract. Thankfully, as an Executive member, I’m now able to enter the store an hour early on weekdays. And so far, ...

Description: McDonald's (MCD) just gave investors something to consider, announcing a 5% increase in its quarterly dividend. This move highlights management's steady confidence in the fast-food giant’s ability to deliver reliable profits. See our latest analysis for McDonald's. McDonald's share price showed steady momentum over the past year, with a 6.94% total shareholder return and resilient performance despite some volatility in the broader fast-food sector. The recent dividend hike comes after...

Description: McDonald's is on the cusp of "Dividend King" status.

Description: ARCO, CNI and KGEI have been added to the Zacks Rank #5 (Strong Sell) List on Oct. 24, 2025.

Description: A company that generates cash isn’t automatically a winner. Some businesses stockpile cash but fail to reinvest wisely, limiting their ability to expand.

Description: In the latest trading session, McDonald's (MCD) closed at $306.97, marking a -1.01% move from the previous day.

Description: The $1.86 payout lifts yield to 2.4%, showing management's confidence

Description: The company said Tuesday it was expanding its distribution at over 2,000 Walmart locations in the U.S., and on Thursday announced that upscale grocer Erewhon would carry the latest versions of its Beyond Burger and Beyond Beef products. Beyond Meat shares traded below a dollar for the first time on Oct. 13, then shot up to an intraday high of $7.69 earlier this week. Beyond Meat was the first pure-play maker of plant-based alternative meat to go public.

Description: McDonald's Board of Directors declared a quarterly cash dividend of $1.86 per share of common stock payable on December 15, 2025 to shareholders of record at the close of business on December 1, 2025. The 5% increase over the Company's previous quarterly dividend reflects continued confidence in the Accelerating the Arches growth strategy and our ability to drive long-term profitable growth for all stakeholders.

Description: Amazon started off the week racing to fix a massive cloud outage that drove errors for users of apps from McDonald's to Robinhood Markets. Despite the AWS meltdown, Amazon stock is poised to end the week with a modest gain. The gains Monday came even as the extent of its Amazon Web Services outage became clear early that morning and set off cascading problems across the broader internet throughout the day.

Description: Shares in fake meat business Beyond Meat have soared almost 1,300pc in under a week as so-called “meme stock” investors plough into the unloved US business.

Description: Krispy Kreme is the latest meme stock to see its share price suddenly surge. Shares have slid more than 51%, thanks to slumping revenue and a much-anticipated deal with McDonald’s that failed to pan out. While the company withdrew its outlook following the McDonald’s debacle this spring, analysts expect sales to tumble about 8% this year, according to FactSet.

Description: Roaring Kitty and meme stock traders pushed GameStop (GME) to unprecedented highs in 2021. Can history repeat with Beyond Meat (BYND)?

Description: How to use the Consumer Discretionary Select SPDR ETF to place a bet on the underappreciated strength of consumers.

Description: We came across a bullish thesis on The Middleby Corporation on Iceman Capital’s Substack. In this article, we will summarize the bulls’ thesis on MIDD. The Middleby Corporation’s share was trading at $133.52 as of September 29th. MIDD’s trailing and forward P/E were 16.92 and 14.14 respectively according to Yahoo Finance. Middleby Corporation (MIDD) is a global […]

Description: On Monday, Sen. Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.) called to break up Big Tech after a massive Amazon.com, Inc. (NASDAQ:AMZN) Web Services outage disrupted access to dozens of major platforms, including Amazon delivery services, Walt Disney Co. (NYSE:DIS) ...

Description: The incident, which some analysts are calling Amazon’s worst outage since 2021, reminded the world of the perils of depending on a handful of cloud companies to deliver crucial computing and internet services. Outages like Monday’s strike at a core premise of the cloud: that a centralized operation full of sharp engineers will keep servers running better and more efficiently than individual companies’ own staff. The breakdown occurred at a challenging moment for the Amazon Web Services cloud unit, which has long touted reliability and accountability as a core piece of its pitch to customers.

Description: Everything from apps and website hosting to even your child's schoolwork portal were affected by Amazon's (AMZN) AWS outage on Monday. The company has since announced that the Amazon Web Services' cloud outage has been resolved. Yahoo Finance tech editor Dan Howley comes on the Morning Brief to highlight an assortment of companies and platforms most affected by the outage. To watch more expert insights and analysis on the latest market action, check out more Morning Brief.

Description: Not all profitable companies are built to last - some rely on outdated models or unsustainable advantages. Just because a business is in the green today doesn’t mean it will thrive tomorrow.

Description: If you have been watching McDonald's stock and wondering whether it is the right time to make a move, you are not alone. There is always lively debate about what is truly "baked in" to a share price, and McDonald's has given investors plenty to talk about lately. Over the past three years, the stock has climbed an impressive 29.2%, and over the last five years it is up almost 54%. While the stock experienced solid momentum in the past week with a 2.6% gain, the return for the past year has...

Description: A major Amazon Web Services outage threw much of the internet into disarray on Monday as popular websites and social-media platforms struggled to recover. The world’s largest cloud provider said in an update at 1:38 p.m. Eastern time that it was seeing “early signs of recovering” across a few availability zones in the Eastern U.S., adding that it was in the process of “applying mitigations…at which point we expect launch errors and network connectivity issues to subside.” AWS said in an earlier update that it had narrowed down the source of the network connectivity issues.

Description: Amazon Shares Rebound As AWS Restores Services Following Major Outage

Description: Amazon.com's (AMZN) cloud platform, Amazon Web Services, reported a major outage early Monday, disru

Description: If you believe in better ingredients and better pizza and have the capital to back it up, opening a location for this chain could be a legitimate career move.

Description: "Sometimes it might be a breakfast. Sometimes it might be a lunch. But hey, one of the perks of the job—you get to eat at McDonald's a lot."

Description: This digital advertising leader just crashed 65% from its peak. Here's why it may be time to buy the dip.

Description: McDonald's could become a Dividend King by late next year.

Description: Key Insights The projected fair value for McDonald's is US$250 based on 2 Stage Free Cash Flow to Equity McDonald's...

Description: McDonald's is scheduled to report its third-quarter results next month, and analysts expect a single-digit earnings rise.