MCD stock forecast: what analysts expect
Wall Street analysts covering McDonald's Corporation currently rate the stock a Buy on average, with a mean 12-month price target of $316.06 — +14.6% versus the last price of $275.70. Targets reflect analyst opinion, not a guarantee.
MCD historical returns
Based on monthly dividend-adjusted prices. See the full breakdown on what if you had invested in MCD.
MCD annual returns by year
Congress trading in MCD
34 members of Congress have disclosed trading MCD — 33 purchases and 33 sales worth an estimated $1.8M. Most recent disclosure: Dec 18, 2025.
See who in Congress traded MCD →Insider activity in MCD
MCD's own executives and directors have made 0 open-market purchases ($0) and 3 sales ($2.4M) in the last 90 days, per SEC Form 4 filings. Most recent: Jun 10, 2026.
| Jun 10, 2026 | Erlinger Joseph M. | President, McDonald's USA | Sell | $1.5M |
| May 28, 2026 | Ralls-Morrison Desiree | EVP, Chief Legal Officer | Sell | $769,109 |
| May 26, 2026 | Erlinger Joseph M. | President, McDonald's USA | Sell | $93,277 |
About McDonald's Corporation
McDonald's Corporation owns, operates, and franchises restaurants under the McDonald's brand in the United States and internationally. It offers food and beverages, including hamburgers and cheeseburgers, various chicken sandwiches, fries, shakes, frozen desserts, sundaes, soft serve cones, cookies, pies, soft drinks, coffee, and other beverages; and full or limited breakfast, as well as sells various other products during limited-time promotions. The company owns and operates franchised restaurants under various structures, including conventional franchise, developmental license, or affiliate. McDonald's Corporation was founded in 1940 and is based in Chicago, Illinois.
MCD Key Statistics
MCD in plain English
- P/E ratio (22.3) — how many dollars you pay for each $1 of MCD's yearly profit. That's a fairly normal range.
- Profit margin (31.72%) — of every $1 in sales, this is what's left as profit after all costs.
- Dividend yield (2.70%) — the cash payout you'd earn per year as a % of the share price, on top of any price gains.
MCD stock: frequently asked questions
What is McDonald's Corporation's stock price today?
McDonald's Corporation (MCD) last traded at $275.70 on the NYSE. Over the past 52 weeks the stock has traded between $260.96 and $341.75.
Is MCD stock a buy or a sell?
Wall Street analysts' consensus rating on MCD is "Buy", with an average 12-month price target of $316.06 — about +14.6% versus the current price of $275.70. Analyst targets are opinions, not guarantees; always do your own research.
How much would $1,000 invested in MCD 10 years ago be worth today?
A $1,000 investment in McDonald's Corporation made 10 years ago would be worth about $3,010 today (dividends reinvested) — a total return of 201%, or 11.7% per year.
Does MCD pay a dividend?
Yes. McDonald's Corporation currently pays a dividend yielding about 2.70% per year at today's share price.
What is MCD's P/E ratio?
MCD trades at a trailing price-to-earnings ratio of 22.3, and 19.7 times expected forward earnings. The P/E ratio tells you how many dollars investors pay for each $1 of the company's annual profit.
Do members of Congress trade MCD stock?
Yes — 34 members of Congress have disclosed trades in MCD under the STOCK Act, totaling 33 purchases and 33 sales worth an estimated $1.8M.
What is McDonald's Corporation's ticker symbol?
McDonald's Corporation trades under the ticker symbol MCD on the NYSE.
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