McDonald's, the world's largest quick-service restaurant chain, has increased its dividend for 51 consecutive years, earning it the status of Dividend Aristocrat and Dividend King. The company has a solid financial position with an interest coverage ratio of about 8, despite a negative common equity affecting its debt/equity ratio. Currently, McDonald's stock trades at a P/E ratio of 19.4, which is significantly below its five-year average of 26.3, suggesting the stock may be undervalued. With a market cap of $176 billion and over 45,000 restaurants worldwide, McDonald's remains a dominant player in the fast-food industry.
McDonald's reputation as a Dividend King adds context to its current trading status on Pluang, where the stock is priced at USD 235.50 as of Sep 28, 2026, 20:41 WIB. The share has seen a slight dip of 0.42% in one day and holds a dividend yield of 3.26%. Its market cap on Pluang stands at $167.36 billion, reflecting its significant presence in the consumer cyclical sector.
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McDonald's recently increased its quarterly dividend to $1.93 amid a 21.1% year-to-date stock decline and weak U.S. foot traffic. The dividend boost is supported more by its franchising model and real estate income than by direct restaurant sales. Ab...
McDonald's stock has fallen about 20% in 2026 due to softer U.S. traffic and tighter franchisee margins, despite its franchise model continuing to produce billions in free cash flow. The company operates over 46,000 restaurants globally, with 90% of ...
At McDonald's investor day, CEO Chris Kempczinski stated that the challenging consumer environment and elevated inflation are now the new normal and will persist for many years. This admission comes just days after the Federal Reserve raised interest...
McDonald's shares dropped to a new 52-week low after CEO Chris Kempczinski stated that the company does not expect conditions to improve soon due to persistent inflation and flat customer traffic. Despite pledging billions in new spending to support ...
