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McDonald's (MCD)

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$272.75 USD

272.75
1,370,766

+3.38 (1.26%)

Updated Aug 8, 2024 01:44 PM ET

Zacks Rank:

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Zacks Rank Definition Annualized Return
1Strong Buy24.03%
2Buy17.70%
3Hold9.37%
4Sell5.03%
5Strong Sell2.48%
S&P50011.19%

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5-Strong Sell of 5         5

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The scores are based on the trading styles of Value, Growth, and Momentum. There's also a VGM Score ('V' for Value, 'G' for Growth and 'M' for Momentum), which combines the weighted average of the individual style scores into one score.

Value Score A
Growth Score A
Momentum Score A
VGM Score A

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As an investor, you want to buy stocks with the highest probability of success. That means you want to buy stocks with a Zacks Rank #1 or #2, Strong Buy or Buy, which also has a Score of an A or a B in your personal trading style.

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F Value B Growth F Momentum F VGM

Industry Rank:

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An industry with a larger percentage of Zacks Rank #1's and #2's will have a better average Zacks Rank than one with a larger percentage of Zacks Rank #4's and #5's.

The industry with the best average Zacks Rank would be considered the top industry (1 out of 265), which would place it in the top 1% of Zacks Ranked Industries. The industry with the worst average Zacks Rank (265 out of 265) would place in the bottom 1%.

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Bottom 29% (178 out of 250)

Industry: Retail - Restaurants

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Zacks News

Cracker Barrel (CBRL) Q4 Earnings: Restaurant Sales Hold Key

by Zacks Equity Research

Cracker Barrel's (CBRL) top line in fourth-quarter fiscal 2018 is likely to be driven by robust performance of both the restaurant and retail divisions.

    Sonic's (SONC) Shares Gain on Solid Q4 Preliminary Results

    by Zacks Equity Research

    Various traffic-building efforts lead Sonic (SONC) to witness comps and earnings growth in the fiscal fourth quarter.

      El Pollo Loco Expands in Texas, Emphasizes on Vision Design

      by Zacks Equity Research

      As part of its relentless expansion and sales-building efforts, El Pollo Loco (LOCO) opens restaurant in Arlington, TX. It implements its vision design model and marks its entry into the region.

        Here's Why Investors Should Steer Clear of Red Robin (RRGB)

        by Zacks Equity Research

        Red Robin (RRGB) is plagued with high costs of operations and stiff competition from prominent restaurant chains. Also, lesser focus on franchising is adding to the woes.

          Dave & Buster's (PLAY) to Post Q2 Earnings: What's in Store?

          by Zacks Equity Research

          Dave & Buster's (PLAY) earnings in second-quarter fiscal 2018 are likely to be impacted by higher costs.

            Zacks Market Edge Highlights: Shake Shack, Habit Burger, Good Times Restaurants, Red Robin Gourmet Burger and McDonald's

            by Zacks Equity Research

            Zacks Market Edge Highlights: Shake Shack, Habit Burger, Good Times Restaurants, Red Robin Gourmet Burger and McDonald's

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              Burger Stocks: Tasty or Not?

              by Tracey Ryniec

              The burger restaurant stocks were all the rage a few years ago but are they still hot or are traders over the burger mania?

                Jack in the Box Gains From Franchising, Competition Hurts

                by Zacks Equity Research

                While several sales-building initiatives and an increased focus on franchising are aiding Jack in the Box's (JACK) revenues and earnings, intense competition and high costs of operations are concerns.

                  El Pollo Loco Introduces $5 Combo, Continues Menu Innovation

                  by Zacks Equity Research

                  Making menu innovation a key strategy to boost comps, El Pollo Loco (LOCO) introduces $5 Craveable Combos.

                    Dunkin' Brands Continues Beverage & Digital Innovations

                    by Zacks Equity Research

                    Dunkin' Donuts, under Dunkin' Brands (DNKN), continues to drive sales through innovations across the beverage portfolio and digital capabilities.

                      McDonald's (MCD) Strategic Efforts Bode Well, Margin Woes Linger

                      by Zacks Equity Research

                      McDonald's (MCD) re-franchising strategies and robust comparable sales are likely to continue boosting the company's performance.

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                        Starbucks (SBUX) Stock Sunk Wednesday: Should You Stay Away?

                        by Benjamin Rains

                        Starbucks (SBUX) saw its stock price sink roughly 2% through midday trading Wednesday after Piper Jaffray lowered its rating for the coffee powerhouse. Clearly, this news worried some investors, but should you stay away from Starbucks stock at the moment?

                          Tyson Foods Protein Production to Gain From Keystone Deal

                          by Zacks Equity Research

                          Tyson Foods (TSN) announces intentions to acquire Keystone Foods. This is expected to be a valuable addition to the company's rich protein-products portfolio.

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                            Are M&As the Secret Mantra Propelling US Markets' Bull-Run?

                            by Ritujay Ghosh

                            Given the bullish economic outlook, robust corporate earnings and interest rates still remaining low in the United States, companies are going for mergers for future growth.

                              What's in Store for Red Robin's (RRGB) This Earnings Season?

                              by Zacks Equity Research

                              Red Robin's (RRGB) dismal performance in second-quarter 2018 can be attributed to decline in guest count, higher food costs and other operating expenses.

                                YUM! Brands (YUM) Relies on Refranchising Amid High Expenses

                                by Zacks Equity Research

                                Amid a cost-laden operating environment, Yum! Brands (YUM) banks on refranchising and other efficiency initiatives to drive earnings.

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                                  McDonald's Targets Millennials, Trendy Eaters with Major Remodel Plan

                                  by Chloe Shin

                                  On Tuesday, McDonald's (MCD) announced its plan to invest $6 billion to renovate and update its U.S. restaurants. Although it has already announced its general plan earlier this year, the burger chain disclosed more intricate details today.

                                    Brinker's (EAT) Q4 Earnings Miss, Revenues Beat Estimates

                                    by Zacks Equity Research

                                    Brinker's (EAT) fourth-quarter fiscal 2018 earnings benefit from revenue growth at Maggiano's and Chili's.

                                      McDonald's (MCD) to Shell Out $6B to Revamp U.S. Outlets

                                      by Zacks Equity Research

                                      In a bid to drive sales by enhancing consumer satisfaction, McDonald's (MCD) and its franchises are investing roughly $6 billion to renovate most of its restaurants in the United States.

                                        Factors Setting the Tone for Brinker (EAT) in Q4 Earnings

                                        by Zacks Equity Research

                                        Brinker's (EAT) aggressive expansion strategies and sales building initiatives like streamlining of menu and loyalty program are likely to boost the company's fourth-quarter fiscal 2018 results.

                                          High Expenses to Hurt Zoe's Kitchen's (ZOES) Q2 Earnings

                                          by Zacks Equity Research

                                          While menu innovation and unit growth are likely to aid Zoe's Kitchen's (ZOES) second-quarter revenues, high expenses related to operations are likely to mar earnings.

                                            Jack in the Box (JACK) Stock Up on Q3 Earnings & Sales Beat

                                            by Zacks Equity Research

                                            Jack in the Box's (JACK) comps growth in third-quarter fiscal 2018 can be attributed to rise in average check growth.

                                              Papa John's (PZZA) Q2 Earnings Meet Estimates, Revenues Lag

                                              by Zacks Equity Research

                                              Papa John's (PZZA) dismal second-quarter results can be attributed to decrease in domestic company-owned restaurant sales and decline in North America commissary sales on weak volumes.

                                                Wendy's (WEN) Earnings Miss, Revenues Beat Estimates in Q2

                                                by Zacks Equity Research

                                                While the positive effect of lower tax rate related to share-based payments favors Wendy's (WEN) second-quarter earnings, lower company-operated restaurant margins are concerns.

                                                  Marriott (MAR) Q2 Earnings Top, Stock Down on Revenue Miss

                                                  by Zacks Equity Research

                                                  Marriott (MAR) has raised its 2018 earnings guidance. It anticipates earnings in the band of $5.81-$5.91 per share, up from the prior-guided range of $5.43-$5.55.