MCDONALDS CORP
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McDonald’s reported Q2 2026 results, with revenue of $7.1B (up from $6.84B) and diluted EPS of $3.32 (up from $3.14), according to its SEC 10-Q. Net income rose to $2.362B. The company cited higher systemwide sales and franchise activity, plus growth in digital, delivery, drive-thru and loyalty, and expects about 2,100 net unit additions in 2026.
State Street Corporation filed a Schedule 13G for McDonald's common stock. As of 06/30/2026, it reported beneficial ownership of 36,120,258 shares, or 5.1% of the class. The filing shows shared voting power of 18,168,831 shares and shared dispositive power of 36,080,505 shares, with no sole voting or dispositive power.
McDonald’s (MCD) reported quarterly EPS of $3.38, above the $3.32 consensus, but revenue of $7.10B missed the $7.13B expected. Sales rose 4% YoY. U.S. same-store sales grew 0.8% YoY, while international same-store sales rose 1.5%. McDonald’s named Skye Anderson president of its U.S. business and outlined a U.S. growth push.
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Results show modest top and bottom-line growth supported by systemwide sales and franchise activity, plus a new menu/tech initiative.
New 5.1% passive stake disclosure can modestly affect positioning and perceived shareholder base, but it is not an activist control signal.
Mixed earnings with a specific demand signal from U.S. same-store sales and a management/strategy update for U.S. growth.
Historical precedent suggests outbreaks can cause short-lived operational changes, but this text does not report a new 2026 event for McDonald’s.
Cash-flow strength and modest global growth are offset by U.S. execution issues, keeping near-term sentiment mixed despite a +2.1% session.
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McDonald’s reported Q2 2026 results, with revenue of $7.1B (up from $6.84B) and diluted EPS of $3.32 (up from $3.14), according to its SEC 10-Q. Net income rose to $2.362B. The company cited higher systemwide sales and franchise activity, plus growth in digital, delivery, drive-thru and loyalty, and expects about 2,100 net unit additions in 2026.
1 min readState Street Corporation filed a Schedule 13G for McDonald's common stock. As of 06/30/2026, it reported beneficial ownership of 36,120,258 shares, or 5.1% of the class. The filing shows shared voting power of 18,168,831 shares and shared dispositive power of 36,080,505 shares, with no sole voting or dispositive power.
4 min readMcDonald’s (MCD) reported quarterly EPS of $3.38, above the $3.32 consensus, but revenue of $7.10B missed the $7.13B expected. Sales rose 4% YoY. U.S. same-store sales grew 0.8% YoY, while international same-store sales rose 1.5%. McDonald’s named Skye Anderson president of its U.S. business and outlined a U.S. growth push.
4 min readReuters factbox says U.S. restaurant chains have faced foodborne illness outbreaks, leading to recalls, lawsuits, and regulatory scrutiny. Chipotle Mexican Grill said Aug 4 it removed jalapenos in Minnesota and other locations after a salmonella probe. The article cites cyclosporiasis tied to Taco Bell’s iceberg lettuce, and notes past impacts on McDonald’s and Wendy’s, plus historical sales drops at Chipotle and Jack in the Box.
7 min readMcDonald’s (MCD) shares rose 2.1% after Q2 results. Basic EPS was $3.32 versus $3.15 a year earlier, revenue was $7.1B versus $6.843B, and net income rose to $2.362B. Global same-restaurant sales grew 1.3% (down from 3.8%), with U.S. same-store sales up 0.8% amid value execution issues, according to the company.
4 min readMcDonald’s shares rose 2.1% to $274 after Q2 results. U.S. same-store sales increased 0.8%, below LSEG’s 1.06% forecast, while adjusted earnings beat by six cents and revenue was slightly under estimates. The company said about 70% of revenue growth came from franchised revenue. Analysts’ median price target is $312.
6 min readStocks rose for a second day as hopes for a deal to open the Strait of Hormuz grew, after Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said a deal could come today or tomorrow. Goldman said Persian Gulf oil flows are at 36% of prewar levels. Palantir (PLTR) reported Q2 revenue up 93% and beat EPS by $0.06; McDonald's (MCD) saw slower same-store sales; Caterpillar (CAT) reported Q2 revenue up 24% and order backlogs up 92%.
6 min readMcDonald’s (NYSE:MCD) reported Q2 2026 adjusted EPS of $3.38, above the $3.34 consensus, up from $3.19 a year earlier. Revenue rose 4% to $7.1B but missed the $7.14B forecast. Comparable sales grew 1.3% globally. Operating income rose to $3.34B. Stock was up 2.6% premarket; McDonald’s USA President Skye Anderson replaces Joe Erlinger.
4 min readU.S. economic releases showed the ISM manufacturing index rose to 55.6 in July and the S&P Global PMI was revised to 53.9, while construction spending fell 0.1% m/m. Nasdaq futures rose as tech stocks gained on Palantir’s results and guidance. Investors also awaited JOLTS, factory orders, and SpaceX earnings, with rate futures pricing a 63.6% chance of a 25 bp hike in September.
7 min readMcDonald’s CEO Chris Kempczinski said elevated gas prices and inflation are disproportionately hurting low-income consumers, contributing to disappointing quarterly results. The company also cited too many promotions affecting customer confusion and service. McDonald’s replaced the CEO of its McDonald’s USA unit. Wendy’s, Chipotle, and Burger King reported similar same-store sales drag from lower-income pullback.
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