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McDonald's Financial Results (MCD)
Report publication dates, analyst consensus, and how McDonald's stock reacted to previous earnings — all in one place, in English.
When McDonald's Releases Earnings
The next McDonald's report is scheduled for November 4, 2026. The date is based on the company's announcement.
The expected earnings per share (EPS) is 3.38 USD. Analyst forecasts range from 3.23 to 3.50 USD. The market reacts not to the absolute earnings, but to the difference between the actual result and this forecast.
Expected revenue: 7.29 B USD.
Last McDonald's Report: What the Numbers Showed
The last McDonald's report covers the quarter ended June 30, 2026. Revenue was $7.10 billion, and net income was $2.36 billion. Earnings per share reached $3.38 compared to analysts' forecast of $3.32 — 1.77% above expectations. On the first trading day after the release, the stock price changed by +3.31%.
Insider Transactions: McDonald's
Who from the management board, supervisory board, US Congress, or government bought and sold shares of this company — based on official filings.
How the stock reacted to past earnings
The company beat analyst estimates in 75% of the last 4 quarters.
The average share price change on the day after earnings release is 2.10% — regardless of direction. The largest move was 3.31%. This number says more about the risk of holding a position through an earnings report than the earnings forecast itself.
| Quarter | Release date | EPS estimate | Actual EPS | Surprise | Share price reaction |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| June 30, 2026 | August 4, 2026 | 3.32 | 3.38 | +1.77% | +3.31% |
| March 31, 2026 | May 7, 2026 | 2.74 | 2.83 | +3.11% | -2.94% |
| December 31, 2025 | February 11, 2026 | 3.05 | 3.12 | +2.22% | +1.87% |
| September 30, 2025 | November 5, 2025 | 3.33 | 3.22 | -3.36% | -0.27% |
How much this company's stock moves after earnings
McDonald's share price changes by an average of 2.10% on the first trading day after earnings releases — based on the last 4 reports, regardless of direction. This ranks 162 out of 180 companies for which we calculated this statistic.
Analyst forecasts for upcoming periods
The consensus is the average of many analysts' forecasts. The more analysts behind a number, the less likely it is to be a single error—but forecast agreement is never a guarantee of the actual result.
| Period | EPS estimate | EPS a year ago | Change | Revenue forecast | Analysts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Current quarter | 3.38 | 3.22 | +5.09% | $7.29 bn | 27 |
| Next quarter | 3.29 | 3.12 | +5.58% | $7.25 bn | 27 |
| Current year | 12.89 | 12.20 | +5.63% | $28.15 bn | 32 |
| Next year | 13.77 | 12.89 | +6.82% | $28.96 bn | 32 |
Revenue and margins quarter by quarter
Margin shows how much of sales a company retains. Rising revenue with shrinking margins means growth is coming at the expense of profitability—and that's usually more interesting than sales growth alone.
| Quarter | Revenue | Gross margin | Operating margin | Net margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| June 30, 2026 | $7.10 bn | 58.01% | 46.51% | 33.27% |
| March 31, 2026 | $6.52 bn | 55.90% | 44.25% | 30.43% |
| December 31, 2025 | $7.01 bn | 57.51% | 45.05% | 30.88% |
| September 30, 2025 | $7.08 bn | 57.99% | 46.90% | 32.19% |
| June 30, 2025 | $6.84 bn | 57.90% | 47.65% | 32.92% |
McDonald's dividend
The next ex-dividend date for McDonald's is December 1, 2026. To receive this payment, shares must be held by the end of the trading day preceding this date — purchasing on the ex-dividend date itself is too late.
Who Reports in the Coming Weeks
Dates from the Portevo calendar — companies in the same industry are listed first, as their earnings often move the share prices of their peers even before their own reports.
About McDonald's
McDonald's Corporation is listed on the New York Stock Exchange under the ticker MCD, and its headquarters are in the United States. The company belongs to the Consumer Discretionary sector (industry: Restaurants).
- Ticker: MCD
- Exchange: New York Stock Exchange
- Trading Currency: USD
- Sector: Retail and Consumer Discretionary
- Number of Analysts Providing Estimates: 29
- 52-Week Range: 229.20 – 341.75
- Company website: https://www.mcdonalds.com
Frequently Asked Questions
When does McDonald's release earnings?
The next report is due on November 4, 2026.
What were McDonald's earnings last quarter?
For the quarter ended June 30, 2026: revenue 7.10 billion USD, net income 2.36 billion USD, EPS 3.38 USD. This was +1.77% above analyst forecasts.
What is McDonald's stock ticker?
MCD — on the New York Stock Exchange. You may also see MCD on quote services.
What is the EPS forecast for McDonald's?
The analyst consensus for the upcoming quarter is $3.38 per share. Individual forecasts range from $3.23 to $3.50.
How much does McDonald's stock usually move after earnings?
On average, 2.10% in the session after publication, counting both directions. The largest recorded movement was 3.31%.
Does McDonald's usually beat analyst forecasts?
In the last 4 quarters, results exceeded forecasts in 75% of cases. History does not predict the next report, but it shows how cautiously analysts approach this company.
Where can I find McDonald's financial results in English?
On Portevo — the earnings calendar, analyst forecasts, surprise history, and share price reactions are available for free and without an account.
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