McDonald's Corporation (MCD)
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Overview
McDonald's Corporation (MCD) is a retail-eating places company that trades on the NYSE. It has a market value of about $178.70B and roughly 150,000 employees. The stock last closed at $252.53, -0.57% on the day, within a 52-week range of $252.15 to $341.75.
Where MCD sits in its 52-week range
Context for how far the stock has moved over the past year — not a signal about where it goes next.
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Latest news moving MCD
- Can MCD's Slower Expansion Pace Help Protect New-Restaurant Returns?Zacks Investment Research · 2026-09-08 read →
- Quick Service Restaurants (QSR) Market Surges to USD 2,462.71 Billion by 2035, at 8.75% CAGR – Report by SNS InsiderGlobeNewswire Inc. · 2026-09-07 read →
- McDonald's (MCD) Down 4.8% Since Last Earnings Report: Can It Rebound?Zacks Investment Research · 2026-09-03 read →
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What is McDonald's Corporation?
McDonald's is the world's largest restaurant brand, with nearly $139 billion in systemwide sales across more than 45,000 restaurants and over 100 markets. The quick-service chain built its early reputation on speed, consistency, and affordable hamburgers, and today its global menu spans burgers, chicken, breakfast, and beverages that have helped popularize American fast-food cuisine worldwide.
Company profile
Dividend
McDonald's Corporation pays a dividend quarterly. Its most recent was $1.86 per share (ex-date 2026-09-01). Recent payments:
- $1.86 per share · ex-date 2026-09-01
- $1.86 per share · ex-date 2026-06-02
- $1.86 per share · ex-date 2026-03-03
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MCD — frequently asked
What is the MCD stock price today?
McDonald's Corporation (MCD) last closed at $252.53, -0.57% on the day. Prices on this page are end-of-day and may be delayed.
What is McDonald's Corporation's market cap?
About $178.70B, based on its share price and shares outstanding.
Does McDonald's Corporation pay a dividend?
Yes — McDonald's Corporation pays a dividend quarterly; its most recent was $1.86 per share.
What exchange is MCD listed on?
McDonald's Corporation trades on the NYSE.
What is MCD's 52-week range?
Over the past year, MCD has traded between $252.15 and $341.75.
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