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McDonald's (MCD)

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$312.95 USD

312.95
1,622,178

+3.11 (1.00%)

Updated Oct 15, 2024 02:07 PM ET

Zacks Rank:

This is our short term rating system that serves as a timeliness indicator for stocks over the next 1 to 3 months. How good is it? See rankings and related performance below.

Zacks Rank Definition Annualized Return
1Strong Buy23.68%
2Buy17.55%
3Hold9.21%
4Sell4.93%
5Strong Sell2.36%
S&P50010.96%

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3-Hold of 5     3    

Style Scores:

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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

Within each Score, stocks are graded into five groups: A, B, C, D and F. As you might remember from your school days, an A, is better than a B; a B is better than a C; a C is better than a D; and a D is better than an F.

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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D Value F Growth C Momentum F VGM

Industry Rank:

The Zacks Industry Rank assigns a rating to each of the 265 X (Expanded) Industries based on their average Zacks Rank.

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 41% (147 out of 250)

Industry: Retail - Restaurants

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Zacks News

McDonald's (MCD) Gains But Lags Market: What You Should Know

by Zacks Equity Research

McDonald's (MCD) closed at $164.07 in the latest trading session, marking a +0.24% move from the prior day.

McDonald's (MCD) Q3 Earnings Preview: How Are Events Shaping Up?

by Zacks Equity Research

McDonald's (MCD) doesn't possess the right combination of the two key ingredients for a likely earnings beat in its upcoming report. Get prepared with the key expectations.

Factors Setting the Tone for McDonald's (MCD) Q3 Earnings

by Zacks Equity Research

McDonald's (MCD) reports comparable sales growth for 12 straight quarters. This momentum is likely to continue in third-quarter 2018 courtesy of increasing guest traffic.

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McDonald's & Citigroup: Stocks to Consider Amid Selloff, Earnings Season

by Ryan McQueeney

After a huge market-wide selloff on Wednesday, Ryan McQueeney is putting two dividend-paying stocks in the spotlight: McDonald's (MCD) and Citigroup (C). Could a major restaurant stock and a big bank be the best way to rebound from this week's selling?

McDonald's (MCD) Stock Moves -0.86%: What You Should Know

by Zacks Equity Research

McDonald's (MCD) closed at $168.37 in the latest trading session, marking a -0.86% move from the prior day.

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Activist Fund Eyes Papa John's Takeover, Restaurant Stocks Gain

by Ryan McQueeney

One of the morning's strongest groups was retail restaurants, which saw several notable gainers amid technical strength and takeover chatter.

YUM! Brands Stock Up 21% in a Year: More Room to Run?

by Zacks Equity Research

YUM! Brands (YUM) efforts to drive growth in its three iconic global brands bode well for the company.

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    Dow 30 Stock Roundup: NIKE's Earnings Impress, Boeing Clinches $376M MH-139 Deal

    by Swarup Gupta

    The Dow suffered a tough week, weighed down by trade tensions and the Fed's third rate hike for the year.

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      Is It Time to Buy McDonald's (MCD) Stock?

      by Benjamin Rains

      McDonald's (MCD) shares popped over 2.2% Tuesday to help the fast-food firm extend its recent climb. Now, on the back of some executive-level changes and positive analyst sentiment, should investors consider buying MCD stock?

        Darden (DRI) Rides On Cheddar's Acquisition, High Costs Hurt

        by Zacks Equity Research

        While major sales-building initiatives and synergies from Cheddar's acquisition are likely to boost Darden's (DRI) top-line growth, high costs may dent margins.

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          Why Did McDonald's (MCD) & Starbucks (SBUX) Stock Jump Friday?

          by Benjamin Rains

          Shares of both McDonald's (MCD) and Starbucks (SBUX) surged Friday. MCD stock jumped on the back of a dividend hike, while SBUX climbed for less obvious reasons.

            McDonald's (MCD) Rewards Shareholders With 15% Dividend Hike

            by Zacks Equity Research

            McDonald's (MCD) extensively focuses on driving shareholders' value and attract investors.

              Cracker Barrel (CBRL) Q4 Earnings & Revenues Miss Estimates

              by Zacks Equity Research

              Cracker Barrel (CBRL) gains from increased comparable store retail sales in the fourth quarter of fiscal 2018, whereas earnings have been affected by increased labor expenses.

                Dave & Buster's Gains From Unit Expansion Amid Competition

                by Zacks Equity Research

                While continual unit growth and robust entertainment business are driving Dave & Buster's (PLAY) top line, high costs and competition in the domestic market are headwinds.

                  Dave & Buster's (PLAY) Stock Rallies on Q2 Earnings Beat

                  by Zacks Equity Research

                  Dave & Buster's (PLAY) witnesses earnings growth in the second quarter of fiscal 2018 on higher revenue growth.

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                    5 Restaurant Stocks to Stand Out Despite Choppy Industry Trend

                    by Rajashree Bhattacharyya

                    Five restaurant stocks that are likely to be lucrative additions to investors' portfolio for the remaining of 2018 amid a troubled industry space.

                      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.