McDonald's Corporation (MCD) — Stock Score Summary

McDonald's Corporation (MCD) has a MoatMap StockRank of 61/100 based on Quality (59/100), Value (41/100), and Momentum (46/100) factor scores. The current signal is HOLD. McDonald's is a legendary compounder, but it currently faces global consumer pushback on pricing and lacks any direct tailwinds from our 18-month macro themes.

McDonald's Corporation is the world's largest quick-service restaurant chain, operating and franchising restaurants globally. Its formidable brand recognition, expansive global footprint, and efficient supply chain create a powerful competitive moat. McDonald's continuously innovates its menu and digital experience, reinforcing its market leadership in the fast-food industry.

Key Financial Metrics

Price$272.72
Market Cap$197.5B
P/E (TTM)22.46
P/E (Forward)19.18
Price/Book-150.67
Return on Invested Capital22.6%
Gross Margin57.3%
Operating Margin44.3%
Revenue Growth9.4%
Dividend Yield2.7%
Free Cash Flow$6.0B

McDonald's Corporation operates in the Restaurants industry, part of the Consumer Cyclical sector (United States).

Frequently Asked Questions

What is McDonald's Corporation’s (MCD) StockRank?
MoatMap’s StockRank for McDonald's Corporation (MCD) is 61/100, with a Hold signal. It is a composite of Quality (59), Value (41), and Momentum (46) factor ranks across MoatMap’s 19,000+ stock universe.
Does McDonald's Corporation have an economic moat?
McDonald's Corporation (MCD) has a Quality factor score of 59/100. The Quality factor combines ROIC, Piotroski F-Score, and leverage — the financial fingerprints of a durable competitive advantage. A Quality score above 70 typically indicates a company with the characteristics of a moated business.
Is McDonald's Corporation a buy, hold, or sell?
MoatMap’s current signal for McDonald's Corporation (MCD) is Hold, based on a StockRank of 61/100. Signals are derived mechanically from the StockRank composite and should be one input among many — combine with your own thesis on management, competitive position, and valuation.
What sector is McDonald's Corporation in?
McDonald's Corporation (MCD) operates in the Consumer Cyclical sector, specifically the Restaurants industry (United States).
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