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McDonald's (MCD) Stock Forecast & Price Target

McDonald's (MCD) Analyst Ratings

Based on 46 analyst ratings
Buy
Strong Buy 39%
Buy 35%
Hold 26%
Sell 0%
Strong Sell 0%

Bulls say

McDonald's Corporation, as the largest restaurant owner-operator globally, is projected to achieve impressive system sales of $131 billion in 2024 from over 43,000 locations across more than 115 markets. The company is expected to benefit from initiatives such as the January national value platform rollout and product innovations, which are likely to enhance same-store sales (SSS) growth across its core segments. Enhancement of margins and strategic recovery in key international markets suggest a positive trajectory in earnings, reinforcing McDonald's position in the competitive landscape.

Bears say

McDonald's reported a 4Q24 EPS of $2.83, which fell slightly below the consensus estimate of $2.85, primarily due to decreased company margins and higher operating expenses, overshadowing stronger franchise margins. The company's store-level margins contracted by 170 basis points due to food safety recovery efforts, driving a reduction in the 2025 operating margin estimate to 46.7% from 47.2%. With risks stemming from declining same-store sales, economic conditions, and limited visibility into comp recovery, the financial outlook for McDonald's appears concerning, suggesting potential challenges in meeting future earnings expectations.

McDonald's (MCD) has been analyzed by 46 analysts, with a consensus rating of Buy. 39% of analysts recommend a Strong Buy, 35% recommend Buy, 26% suggest Holding, 0% advise Selling, and 0% predict a Strong Sell.

This aggregate rating is based on analysts' research of McDonald's and is not a guaranteed prediction by Public.com or investment advice.

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Analysts have given McDonald's (MCD) a Buy based on their latest research and market trends.

According to 46 analysts, McDonald's (MCD) has a Buy consensus rating as of Aug 2, 2025. This rating is provided by third-party analysts and is not investment advice from Public.com.

Wall Street analysts have set a price target of $283.20, reflecting a 0.00% increase from the current stock price.

Financial analysts have set a price target of $283.20, indicating a 0.00% increase from the current stock price, but ratings and forecasts are frequently updated based on market conditions, earnings reports, and industry trends. This prediction is provided by third-party analysts and is not investment advice from Public.com.

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