Sharemaestro company-news research for McDonald’s Corporation (MCD), showing current tone, evidence confidence, direct company coverage, sector and industry context, completed price response and the source headlines used on the page. Scores describe published news evidence. Confidence describes the amount, freshness, source breadth and direct company relevance of that evidence. Price context is shown separately.

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Company news sentiment

MCD news sentiment

McDonald’s Corporation

Company headlines compared by relevance, subject, source independence, tone and the market's completed price response.

Weighted tone64Neutral is 50
Constructive news tone 83/100 evidence confidence 100% direct company focus 25 current stories across 3 publishers
Latest weekly closeUSD 274.48week of 7 Aug 2026
Dominant catalystEarnings85/100 classification confidence
News data statusHealthy2 duplicate stories removed

Current company news

News confirmed by price

Constructive news tone is drawn from 25 fresh independent stories, including 25 company-specific items across 3 publishers.

Latest source headline 5 Insightful Analyst Questions From McDonald's’s Q2 Earnings Call finance.yahoo.com · 13 Aug 2026 05:01

What supports the read

Direct evidence

25 current stories are mapped specifically to MCD.

Source breadth

The read spans 3 publishers rather than depending on one outlet.

Narrative agreement

Cross-story agreement is 81/100, indicating a comparatively coherent tape.

Price response

Constructive news tone is being confirmed by positive weekly price action.

What tempers the read

No material evidence constraint is currently dominant.

64/100
Weighted toneConstructive news tone
83/100
Evidence confidencehigh confidence
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Company focus25 direct stories
81/100
Evidence agreement19/100 dispersion

News history

Tone and story flow over 21 days

Daily weighted evidence
08 Aug: 4 stories09 Aug: 1 stories10 Aug: 6 stories11 Aug: 7 stories12 Aug: 6 stories13 Aug: 1 stories 08 Aug: tone 62, 4 stories09 Aug: tone 76, 1 stories10 Aug: tone 54, 6 stories11 Aug: tone 69, 7 stories12 Aug: tone 72, 6 stories13 Aug: tone 82, 1 stories 95505
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Weighted toneStory volumeNeutral 50

Evidence confidence

What supports the score

Measured separately from tone

Confidence rises through sample depth, independent publishers, direct company relevance, freshness and agreement. A high or low tone score is not itself evidence of reliability.

Sample depth100
22.85 effective stories
Source breadth60
3 independent publishers
Direct relevance100
company-specific evidence share
Freshness73
recency-weighted evidence
Agreement81
cross-story consistency
Source independence29
lower publisher concentration

Price context

Sentiment against the 26-week price path

News confirmed by price

Constructive news tone is being confirmed by positive weekly price action.

13 Feb 2026: close 323.58, indexed 100.020 Feb 2026: close 325.21, indexed 100.527 Feb 2026: close 336.89, indexed 104.106 Mar 2026: close 325.87, indexed 100.713 Mar 2026: close 324.28, indexed 100.220 Mar 2026: close 306.79, indexed 94.827 Mar 2026: close 303.85, indexed 93.903 Apr 2026: close 305.09, indexed 94.310 Apr 2026: close 303.64, indexed 93.817 Apr 2026: close 309.28, indexed 95.624 Apr 2026: close 297.36, indexed 91.901 May 2026: close 284.72, indexed 88.008 May 2026: close 273.91, indexed 84.615 May 2026: close 274.54, indexed 84.822 May 2026: close 280.38, indexed 86.729 May 2026: close 277.33, indexed 85.705 Jun 2026: close 279.84, indexed 86.512 Jun 2026: close 284.81, indexed 88.019 Jun 2026: close 278.61, indexed 86.126 Jun 2026: close 269.76, indexed 83.403 Jul 2026: close 280.63, indexed 86.710 Jul 2026: close 274.6, indexed 84.917 Jul 2026: close 267.71, indexed 82.724 Jul 2026: close 264.76, indexed 81.831 Jul 2026: close 270.64, indexed 83.607 Aug 2026: close 274.48, indexed 84.8 20 Jun 2026: sentiment 6420 Jun 2026: sentiment 6622 Jun 2026: sentiment 6422 Jun 2026: sentiment 6422 Jun 2026: sentiment 6423 Jun 2026: sentiment 6323 Jun 2026: sentiment 6124 Jun 2026: sentiment 5725 Jun 2026: sentiment 5725 Jun 2026: sentiment 5828 Jun 2026: sentiment 5528 Jun 2026: sentiment 5829 Jun 2026: sentiment 5829 Jun 2026: sentiment 5330 Jun 2026: sentiment 5330 Jun 2026: sentiment 5401 Jul 2026: sentiment 5102 Jul 2026: sentiment 5103 Jul 2026: sentiment 5003 Jul 2026: sentiment 5003 Jul 2026: sentiment 5004 Jul 2026: sentiment 5004 Jul 2026: sentiment 5506 Jul 2026: sentiment 5707 Jul 2026: sentiment 5407 Jul 2026: sentiment 5509 Jul 2026: sentiment 5010 Jul 2026: sentiment 5010 Jul 2026: sentiment 5012 Jul 2026: sentiment 5014 Jul 2026: sentiment 5015 Jul 2026: sentiment 5017 Jul 2026: sentiment 4917 Jul 2026: sentiment 5320 Jul 2026: sentiment 5421 Jul 2026: sentiment 5222 Jul 2026: sentiment 5023 Jul 2026: sentiment 5023 Jul 2026: sentiment 5024 Jul 2026: sentiment 5024 Jul 2026: sentiment 5025 Jul 2026: sentiment 5428 Jul 2026: sentiment 5231 Jul 2026: sentiment 4531 Jul 2026: sentiment 4202 Aug 2026: sentiment 4504 Aug 2026: sentiment 4306 Aug 2026: sentiment 5111 Aug 2026: sentiment 5412 Aug 2026: sentiment 57
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Weekly close, indexedSentiment score
26-week price-15.2%latest close 274.48
Sentiment change-7available snapshot window
One-week response+1.4%Price digesting
Fair-value position-2.8%Near fair-value range
Sentiment-trend disagreement

News subjects

What is shaping the score

Earnings
Earnings6518 stories · 72%
Macro sensitivity752 stories · 8%
Analyst action662 stories · 8%
Guidance821 stories · 4%
Capital return761 stories · 4%
Market update591 stories · 4%

Source mix

Where the evidence comes from

29/100 independence
finance.yahoo.com6520 stories · 80%
nasdaq.com753 stories · 12%
seekingalpha.com832 stories · 8%

Recurring subjects

Subjects appearing most often

Current evidence
Earnings18Fast Food10Dividends5Price Target3Markets3Earnings Growth3Retail2Marketing2Inflation2Free Cash Flow2

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How the score has changed

50 is the neutral baseline
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The news behind the score

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Every row shows the public evidence used to understand the read. Direct company stories carry more weight than industry or sector context; duplicate coverage is consolidated before scoring.

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5 Insightful Analyst Questions From McDonald's’s Q2 Earnings Call

5 Insightful Analyst Questions From McDonald's's Q2 Earnings Call McDonald's second quarter results landed in line with Wall Street's revenue expectations, with earnings slightly above consensus. Management attributed the quarter's muted U.S. performance to inconsistent execution of value menus and operational complexity at the restaurant level. CEO Chris Kempczinski stated, "We simply didn't execute at the level we needed to in the second quarter," highlighting that U.S. restaurant teams struggled with too many simultaneous deployments and underwhelming marketing programs. Internationally, me

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McDonald's (MCD) Stock Gets Fair Value Trim As Analysts Split On US Execution

Track your investments for FREE with Simply Wall St, the portfolio command center trusted by over 7 million individual investors worldwide. Recent price target moves for McDonald's span from the high US$280s to the mid US$300s, reflecting a wide range of views on where the stock should trade. Analysts lifting targets toward the mid US$300s point to potential upside from U.S. same store sales catalysts, while those trimming targets into the high US$280s to low US$300s flag softer U.S. execution, mixed quarters, and questions around the new McDonald's NEXT strategy. As you read on, you will see

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Brinker Issues Upbeat Outlook Amid Chili's Growth Momentum; Shares Surge

Brinker International (EAT) shares jumped Wednesday after the company provided an upbeat fiscal 2027 PREMIUM Upgrade to read this MT Newswires article and get so much more. A Silver or Gold subscription plan is required to access premium news articles. Upgrade Already have a subscription? Sign in

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LW Stock Gains 13.1% in a Month as Volume Growth Supports Momentum

Lamb Weston Holdings, Inc. LW shares have gained 13.1% in the past four weeks, bringing the durability of that advance into focus. The move comes as operating trends improve, especially in North America. Investors still have to weigh better volume, customer execution and cost savings against persistent price/mix pressure, subdued restaurant traffic and weakness in the International segment. LW's 13.1% Gain Puts Operating Progress in Focus The advance follows six consecutive quarters of sales-volume growth. Consolidated volume increased 7% in fiscal fourth-quarter 2026, while North America volu

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Yuno Raises $45 Million Series B to Scale the AI-Native Operating System of Global Payments and Financial Services

Yuno Yuno Series BYuno Raises $45 Million Series B to Scale the AI-Native Operating System of Global Payments and Financial Services The round, led by Global PayTech Ventures, with participation from Andreessen Horowitz, Tiger Global, QuantumLight Capital, Monashees, Kaszek, Rasmal Ventures, GrowthX Capital, and Further Ventures, is funding Yuno's path to profitability. The raise answers growing customer demand and funds continued product expansion, from agentic commerce to accelerating momentum in the banking sector. The Colombia-founded company is on a trajectory to process $100 billion in a

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Why fast food chains like McDonald's and Starbucks are going all in on energy drinks

Fast food chains in search of a sales pick-me-up are back to rolling out energy drinks. The research New research from Citi restaurant analyst Jon Tower on Wednesday easily explains the energy drink push by fast food giants. Here are a few key findings from his survey of 2,400 US consumers: 60% of energy beverage consumption at restaurants/coffee shops is incremental. 49% of respondents suggested an energy drink purchased at a restaurant would replace one purchased elsewhere. 74% of total respondents are very or somewhat interested in purchasing energy drinks from a restaurant or coffeeshop, i

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12 Aug 2026 14:04
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Scott Bessent Tells Robert Reich 'McDonald's Problem Is Called Burger King, Professor' Amid Clash Over the 'K-Shaped' Economy: 'No Wonder Bill Clinton...'

Benzinga and Yahoo Finance LLC may earn commission or revenue on some items through the links below. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent criticized Economist Robert Reich's analysis, arguing that McDonald's Corporation issues are not due to structural inequality but rather competition from rivals like Burger King, whose parent company is Restaurant Brands International Inc.. Bessent's post on X on Monday was a response to Reich highlighting the existence of a two-tier economy and widening income inequality in the U.S. Bessent also took a swipe at Reich, claiming that former President Bill Clinton

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Burger King is back because of the Whopper — but its next big opportunity isn't food-related

Restaurant Brands International-owned (QSR) Burger King has come alive this year because of a revamp to how it makes its iconic Whopper. But the next big sales opportunity for Burger King may not have anything to do with crispier fries or more indulgent breakfast items. It stems from making the restaurants look more visually appealing and less like dilapidated eyesores along a main road. In turn, people are more likely to come in and place an order or submit a mobile order. "As much as we've made progress on image, we still have a lot of restaurants out there that aren't [in our] modern image,

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11 Aug 2026 16:51
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Krispy Kreme’s Turnaround Sees Many Wins

This story was originally published on QSR. To receive daily news and insights, subscribe to our free daily QSR AM Jolt.Krispy Kreme has opened 450 fresh doors year-to-date. Krispy Kreme is beginning to show what its business is capable of. The doughnut chain spent much of 2025 unwinding costly expansion, closing thousands of underperforming fresh-delivery points, and ending its nationwide McDonald's partnership. Now, CEO Josh Charlesworth sees evidence that the work is producing a healthier growth engine. Krispy Kreme's second-quarter net revenue fell 13 percent to $331 million, a decline tie

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11 Aug 2026 16:08
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McDonald's Pushes 50,000-Store Goal to 2028: Is It Slowing Growth?

McDonald's Corporation MCD is taking a slightly more measured approach to restaurant expansion, pushing its goal of reaching 50,000 locations globally to 2028 from the end of 2027. The shift may raise concerns that growth is losing momentum, but management characterized the move as a disciplined adjustment rather than a change in its long-term expansion strategy. Management said cumulative inflation in development costs and a more pressured consumer environment prompted a review of the restaurant pipeline. The company is prioritizing attractive returns and quality of new locations over simply

BeveragesFast FoodInflationRestaurant ExpansionUS Sales
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11 Aug 2026 14:41
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McDonald's (MCD) Faces Fresh US Growth Questions As Valuation Debate Heats Up

Get insights on thousands of stocks from the global community of over 7 million individual investors at Simply Wall St. McDonald's (MCD) just reported second quarter results that kept revenue and earnings growing, while also revealing slower US comparable sales and rising competitive pressure from Burger King. At the same time, management is reshaping leadership and execution. See our latest analysis for McDonald's. Against that backdrop, McDonald's share price has softened, with the year to date share price return down 9.7% even though the stock has seen a 27.4% total shareholder return over

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The Dow Is Outperforming the S&P 500 and Nasdaq in 2026. 3 Unstoppable Dow Stocks to Buy in August.

When the Dow is quietly beating the S&P and Nasdaq over stretches of 2026, it's usually not because of some obscure industrial stock. It's because a handful of large, consumer‑facing companies keep grinding out earnings and dividends in a way that looks unstoppable, even when tech gets choppy. Three of those names still look compelling to me in August: Procter & Gamble (NYSE: PG), McDonald's (NYSE: MCD), and Home Depot (NYSE: HD). Missed Nvidia in 2009? This Rare Signal Is Flashing Again. In 2009, a "Double Down" signal flashed for a little-known chipmaker called Nvidia. For the first time in

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Business Chief Opens Speaker Applications for CXO Summit 2026

BizClik Media Limited London, 11 August 2026 - Business Chief, a BizClik Media brand, has opened speaker applications for the CXO Summit 2026, inviting Chief HR Officers, People & Culture Leaders, Chief Marketing Officers, Chief Finance Officers and CEOs to join its flagship executive event. The summit, which brings together C-suite leaders to address critical challenges facing modern enterprises, from AI disruption to economic uncertainty. The event has already secured an impressive lineup of speakers from global organisations including McDonald's, Radisson Hotel Group, Wise, Siemens, WPP and

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Scott Bessent Says America's 'K-Shaped' Economy Is Dead, But Robert Reich Fires Back With a McDonald's Warning: 'Very Much Alive, Even CEOs are Admitting It's a Problem'

Benzinga and Yahoo Finance LLC may earn commission or revenue on some items through the links below. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent says the U.S. economy is moving beyond the K-shaped divide, but economists and corporate leaders continue to offer mixed views on the health of American consumers. Bessent said in a CNBC "Squawk Box" interview last week that the "K-shaped" economy is over and that a "C-economy" is emerging, with lower-income workers beginning to regain ground. Bessent Makes His Case The K-shaped economy refers to a widening gap between higher- and lower-income Americans, with th

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10 Aug 2026 23:31
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Wendy's has a massive problem: It's closing restaurants left and right

Wendy's (WEN) nearly two years of struggles competing with the likes of behemoths McDonald's (MCD) and Yum! Brands' (YUM) Taco Bell, plus upstarts such as Shake Shack, are creating one big problem. Franchisees are closing their locations and heading for the hills. The reality Buried inside Wendy's brutal second quarter earnings call last week was a mention that 289 locations closed in the US during the first half of the year. There are about 5,700 Wendy's in the US. It doesn't sound like US closures will be abating. "Understand that the health of franchisees certainly is pressured right now be

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Stronger Burger King Goes After McDonald’s

For years, Wendy's (NASDAQ: WEN) was the No. 2 fast-food hamburger chain in the US. Burger King was No. 3. Recent earnings show that those positions have reversed, and the leader, McDonald's (NYSE: MCD), has a rival that is growing faster than it is. Earnings show that Wendy's same-store sales have dropped six quarters in a row. At the same time, Burger King's sales have risen for five quarters. (Burger King is part of Restaurant Brands International (NYSE: QSR).)icosha / Shutterstock.com Burger King's increase in same-store sales in the second quarter was 8.3%. Wendy's dropped 7% for the peri

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Is McDonald's Still a Good Stock to Buy in 2026?

Key Points McDonald's reported comparable sales growth of just 1.3% in Q2. The business has grown modestly in recent years. It continues to offer an attractive dividend, which pays more than double the S&P 500 average.10 stocks we like better than McDonald's › McDonald's(NYSE: MCD) is a leader in the fast-food industry, and it's an iconic brand all over the world. The challenge, however, is that when a business reaches a massive size, it becomes much harder for it to grow quickly. And the company's recent results highlight that, as they were fairly modest. Can McDonald's still be a top stock t

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Looking to Generate Passive Income From Stocks? 3 Unstoppable Dividend Stocks to Buy Now.

Key Points Consistency beats chasing yield when building long-term passive income. These three companies prove that. All three are consumer brands that generate the cash flow needed to keep dividends growing. Dividend growth and resilient businesses can be more powerful than a high starting yield.10 stocks we like better than Coca-Cola › If you want passive income from stocks, you don't need to chase the highest yields. You need businesses that keep finding ways to grow, protect their brands, and raise payouts without stressing the balance sheet. To me, three consumer-facing companies stand ou

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Airbnb vs. McDonald's: Which Consumer Stock Is a Better Buy in 2026?

Key Points Airbnb maintains an asset-light marketplace model with over 9 million active listings across 220 countries and regions. McDonald's leverages a global franchise network that generates high net margins and consistent free cash flow. Which of these consumer discretionary giants is the better fit for your investment portfolio in 2026?10 stocks we like better than Airbnb › As global travel trends evolve and consumer spending remains in focus, choosing between a high-growth disruptor like Airbnb(NASDAQ:ABNB) and a defensive staple like McDonald's(NYSE:MCD) is a difficult decision. Airbnb

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Does McDonald's (MCD) Have A US Menu Problem After Weak Same Store Sales?

Never miss an important update on your stock portfolio and cut through the noise. Over 7 million investors trust Simply Wall St to stay informed where it matters for FREE. McDonald's (NYSE:MCD) is facing fresh questions in its core US market after Burger King's US business significantly outpaced it in same-store sales growth. Burger King's focus on quality and marketing produced much stronger US sales growth than McDonald's recent value menus and specialty items. McDonald's newer menu efforts did not produce the traffic lift many investors expected, in contrast to Burger King's US results. The

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McDonald's says it alienated its most loyal customers

Earlier this year, I reported on McDonald's launch of a $3 or less meal deal in an effort to win back its value status, targeting budget-conscious customers. McDonald's new "McValue 2.0" meals included: The $4 meal deal: Consumers can order breakfast options with a McMuffin, hash browns and coffee. The $3 and less: Customers will also find cheaper menus with items like a sausage biscuit or a 4-piece chicken McNuggets. This replaces the buy-one-add-one-for-a-dollar menu launched in 2025. After years of price increases, last year the fast food giant started pushing on new value deals as a means

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Earnings Scoreboard: 86% of S&P 500 reporting firms top EPS estimates as 79% post Y/Y profit growth

[Rolled newspaper with the headline Quarterly Results] Zerbor S&P 500 earnings activity accelerated this week, with more than 130 index members reporting quarterly results that provided key insights into corporate margin health, spending trends, and overall macroeconomic strength. EARNINGS ROUNDUP: * BOTTOM LINE (EPS): Out of 133 reporting companies, 114 topped consensus estimates, 15 fell short, and 4 met expectations, with 105 firms posting year-over-year earnings growth. * TOP LINE (REVENUE): Sales performance remained robust, with 97 companies beating revenue projections and 36 missing, wh

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08 Aug 2026 13:30
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One Whopper of a win: Burger King takes market share from McDonald's

[Logo of Burger King, BK, an American fast food chain headquartered in Miami, Florida, founded by James McLamore and David Edgerton.] Manuel Milan One of the biggest rivalries in the fast food sector just had a decisive round based on recent earnings reports and industry data. Restaurant Brand International's (QSR [https://seekingalpha.com/symbol/QSR]) Burger King stunned with a comparable sales gain of 8.5% in the U.S. during its second quarter to easily outdistance the +0.8% mark for a roughly overlapping period for McDonald's (MCD [https://seekingalpha.com/symbol/MCD]). While the chain also

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08 Aug 2026 11:00
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Bear of the Day: Krispy Kreme (DNUT)

Krispy Kreme (DNUT), the iconic doughnut chain, has been a major disappointment since returning to the public markets in 2021. Shares have lost the vast majority of their value as weak unit economics, slowing US growth and an increasingly burdensome debt load overwhelmed what initially looked like an attractive expansion story. The failed McDonald's rollout only added to those problems. Krispy Kreme had hoped its hub-and-spoke distribution network could dramatically expand product availability, but the strategy proved costly to operate and many delivery locations failed to generate sufficient

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Aug 06 2026
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McDonald’s (NYSE:MCD) Shares Gain as Franchise Earnings Offset Declining U.S. Visits

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Aug 04 2026
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McDonald’s (NYSE:MCD) shares advance ahead of earnings as profit forecasts ease

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Jul 31 2026
Seeking AlphaArchivedNegative tone

McDonald's stays below 200-week moving average for longest stretch since 2003, Barchart says (MCD:NYSE)

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Jul 31 2026
Investing.comArchivedNeutral tone

McDonald’s stock may move 3.2% on upcoming earnings report

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Jul 28 2026
Investing.comArchivedNeutral tone

UBS cuts McDonald’s stock price target on macro pressures

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Jul 25 2026
MarketBeatArchivedNeutral tone

McDonald's (NYSE:MCD) Hits New 1-Year Low - Time to Sell?

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Jul 21 2026
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Andra AP fonden Grows Stake in McDonald's Corporation $MCD

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Jul 20 2026
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McDonald's Sell-Off Is Your Opportunity (NYSE:MCD)

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Jul 17 2026
MarketBeatArchivedNeutral tone

Tigress Financial Issues Positive Forecast for McDonald's (NYSE:MCD) Stock Price

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Jul 17 2026
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McDonald's snaps six-session losing streak (MCD:NYSE)

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Jul 15 2026
MarketBeatArchivedNeutral tone

McDonald's Corporation $MCD Stake Raised by AMF Tjanstepension AB

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Jul 12 2026
MarketBeatArchivedNeutral tone

AlpenGlobal Capital LLC Invests $4.35 Million in McDonald's Corporation $MCD

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Jul 11 2026
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Is McDonald’s Corporation (MCD) Stock a Long-Term Opportunity After Near-Term Sales Challenges?

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Jul 07 2026
Seeking AlphaArchivedNeutral tone

McDonald's: The Technological Advantages Are Hiding In Plain Sight (NYSE:MCD)

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Jul 06 2026
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McDonald's Corporation (NYSE:MCD) Given Consensus Rating of "Moderate Buy" by Analysts

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6 Jul 2026 02:02
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Jul 05 2026
BenzingaArchivedNeutral tone

$100 Invested In McDonald's 20 Years Ago Would Be Worth This Much Today

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5 Jul 2026 00:22
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Jul 04 2026
Stock TitanArchivedNeutral tone

McDonald's (NYSE: MCD) director granted cash-settled phantom stock units

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4 Jul 2026 03:36
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Jul 02 2026
MarketBeatArchivedNeutral tone

McDonald's (NYSE:MCD) Price Target Lowered to $315.00 at KeyCorp

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2 Jul 2026 07:29
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Jun 29 2026
MarketBeatArchivedPositive tone

McDonald's Corporation $MCD Shares Bought by Fort Washington Investment Advisors Inc. OH

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29 Jun 2026 05:57
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Jun 28 2026
Seeking AlphaArchivedNeutral tone

Overcooked? McDonald’s technicals weaken as stock trades near two-year lows (MCD:NYSE)

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28 Jun 2026 03:30
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Jun 25 2026
MarketBeatArchivedPositive tone

McDonald's Corporation $MCD Shares Acquired by Assenagon Asset Management S.A.

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25 Jun 2026 19:59
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Jun 25 2026
Investing.comArchivedPositive tone

RBC Capital reiterates McDonald’s stock rating at Sector Perform

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25 Jun 2026 11:05
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Jun 23 2026
MarketBeatArchivedPositive tone

McDonald's (NYSE:MCD) Sets New 52-Week Low - Time to Sell?

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23 Jun 2026 07:38
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Jun 22 2026
Investing.com CanadaArchivedPositive tone

Bernstein SocGen reiterates McDonald’s stock rating on innovation push By Investing.com

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22 Jun 2026 16:07
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Jun 22 2026
MarketBeatArchivedPositive tone

BI Asset Management Fondsmaeglerselskab A S Acquires 20,427 Shares of McDonald's Corporation $MCD

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22 Jun 2026 14:46
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Jun 22 2026
ChartMillArchivedPositive tone

MCDONALD'S CORP (NYSE:MCD) Screens as a Top Dividend Stock with Strong Profitability and Financial Health

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22 Jun 2026 06:56
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Jun 20 2026
MarketBeatArchivedPositive tone

Investment Insight Wealth Management LLC Buys New Stake in McDonald's Corporation $MCD

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20 Jun 2026 18:47
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