Pullen Investment Management LLC bought a new position in shares of McDonald’s Corporation (NYSE:MCD – Free Report) in the 3rd quarter, according to its most recent Form 13F filing with the SEC. The fund bought 3,120 shares of the fast-food giant’s stock, valued at approximately $721,000.
Other institutional investors and hedge funds have also recently bought and sold shares of the company. GKV Capital Management Co. Inc. acquired a new stake in McDonald’s in the 1st quarter valued at about $33,000. Burkett Financial Services LLC boosted its stake in shares of McDonald’s by 2,312.5% in the 3rd quarter. Burkett Financial Services LLC now owns 193 shares of the fast-food giant’s stock valued at $45,000 after buying an additional 185 shares during the period. POM Investment Strategies LLC grew its position in shares of McDonald’s by 46.2% during the second quarter. POM Investment Strategies LLC now owns 174 shares of the fast-food giant’s stock worth $47,000 after buying an additional 55 shares in the last quarter. Westfuller Advisors LLC grew its position in shares of McDonald’s by 140.0% during the second quarter. Westfuller Advisors LLC now owns 180 shares of the fast-food giant’s stock worth $49,000 after buying an additional 105 shares in the last quarter. Finally, Financial Life Planners acquired a new position in shares of McDonald’s during the first quarter worth about $51,000. 70.29% of the stock is owned by institutional investors and hedge funds.
McDonald’s Stock Up 0.0%
Shares of McDonald’s stock opened at $248.49 on Monday. The firm has a market capitalization of $175.84 billion, a P/E ratio of 20.19, a P/E/G ratio of 2.83 and a beta of 0.44. McDonald’s Corporation has a 52 week low of $229.20 and a 52 week high of $341.75. The firm’s 50 day moving average is $249.43 and its two-hundred day moving average is $269.68.
McDonald’s (NYSE:MCD – Get Free Report) last issued its quarterly earnings data on Tuesday, August 4th. The fast-food giant reported $3.38 earnings per share for the quarter, topping the consensus estimate of $3.32 by $0.06. The business had revenue of $7.10 billion during the quarter, compared to the consensus estimate of $7.13 billion. McDonald’s had a net margin of 31.72% and a negative return on equity of 572.06%. The company’s revenue was up 3.7% compared to the same quarter last year. During the same quarter in the previous year, the firm earned $3.19 EPS. As a group, research analysts expect that McDonald’s Corporation will post 12.84 earnings per share for the current fiscal year.
McDonald’s Increases Dividend
The company also recently declared a quarterly dividend, which will be paid on Tuesday, December 15th. Investors of record on Tuesday, December 1st will be paid a dividend of $1.93 per share. The ex-dividend date is Tuesday, December 1st. This represents a $7.72 dividend on an annualized basis and a yield of 3.1%. This is a boost from McDonald’s’s previous quarterly dividend of $1.86. McDonald’s’s dividend payout ratio (DPR) is 60.44%.
Wall Street Analyst Weigh In
A number of research firms recently weighed in on MCD. Gordon Haskett cut their target price on shares of McDonald’s from $315.00 to $285.00 and set a “buy” rating on the stock in a research note on Thursday, September 24th. BMO Capital Markets decreased their price target on shares of McDonald’s from $335.00 to $310.00 and set an “outperform” rating for the company in a research note on Thursday, September 24th. UBS Group reiterated a “buy” rating on shares of McDonald’s in a report on Monday, October 19th. JPMorgan Chase & Co. dropped their price objective on shares of McDonald’s from $280.00 to $260.00 and set an “overweight” rating on the stock in a research report on Thursday, September 24th. Finally, DZ Bank reissued a “buy” rating on shares of McDonald’s in a research report on Thursday, September 24th. One analyst has rated the stock with a Strong Buy rating, twenty-two have issued a Buy rating, thirteen have issued a Hold rating and one has given a Sell rating to the company’s stock. According to MarketBeat.com, the company currently has an average rating of “Moderate Buy” and a consensus target price of $295.64.
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Key Stories Impacting McDonald’s
Here are the key news stories impacting McDonald’s this week:
- Positive Sentiment: McDonald’s is bringing back popular limited-time offerings, including the McRib and a cult-favorite BBQ sandwich. The promotions could help improve traffic and comparable sales, although their impact is likely temporary. McDonald’s Is Bringing Back a Hugely Popular Menu Item Next Week
- Positive Sentiment: The stock’s sell-off has lifted its dividend yield to roughly 3%–3.2%, while McDonald’s has continued raising its payout and has earned “Dividend King” status. The higher yield may attract income-focused investors and provide valuation support. McDonald’s Is Crowned a Dividend King
- Positive Sentiment: Analysts expect a single-digit increase in third-quarter earnings, and management is relying on chicken launches and limited-time menu items to counter weaker U.S. traffic. McDonald’s Q3 2026 Earnings: What to Expect
- Neutral Sentiment: McDonald’s is challenging tokenized trading of its shares on the OKX-ICE venue, citing investor-protection and regulatory-oversight concerns. The dispute is unlikely to materially affect restaurant operations or near-term earnings. Why Is McDonald’s Challenging Tokenized Trading of Its Shares?
- Negative Sentiment: Competitive pricing is a concern as Taco Bell promotes a $2 item while McDonald’s works to balance affordability with margins. Slower traffic and economic pressure could weigh on comparable-store sales. Taco Bell Rolls Out $2 Item as McDonald’s Wrestles With Pricing
- Negative Sentiment: A federal lawsuit accuses McDonald’s of AI-fueled price fixing; the company says the allegations contain inaccuracies. Even if ultimately dismissed, the litigation creates reputational and regulatory overhang. McDonald’s Accused of AI-Fueled Price Fixing
- Negative Sentiment: Erste Group trimmed its FY2027 EPS forecast slightly to $13.78 from $13.80. Although the reduction is minor, it reinforces concerns that growth may remain subdued. McDonald’s Analyst Estimates
McDonald’s Company Profile
McDonald’s Corporation is a global quick-service restaurant company that operates and franchises restaurants under the McDonald’s brand. Its restaurants serve a menu that includes hamburgers, cheeseburgers, chicken sandwiches, French fries, breakfast items, desserts, salads, beverages and coffee. Offerings vary by market, and many locations provide drive-thru service, delivery and digital ordering through the McDonald’s mobile app.
The company operates through a heavily franchised business model, with restaurants owned and operated by independent franchisees, affiliates and the company itself.
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