# McDonald's Corporation (MCD): Dividend & Fundamentals

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- Sector: Consumer Cyclical · Industry: Restaurants
- Exchange: NYSE · Trading currency: USD

McDonald's Corporation operates and licenses its renowned fast-food chain worldwide, with a significant presence in both the United States and international markets. Their comprehensive menu offers classic items like hamburgers and cheeseburgers, a variety of chicken options including sandwiches and nuggets, alongside lighter choices such as wraps, french fries, and salads. For breakfast, patrons can select from offerings like biscuit and bagel sandwiches, breakfast burritos, and hotcakes. Additionally, the company provides oatmeal, an assortment of desserts including milkshakes, sundaes, a...

## Quote & Key Metrics

As of 2026-10-23:

| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Price | $248.46 USD |
| Market Cap | $175.82B |
| P/E (TTM) | 19.80 |
| EPS (TTM) | $12.55 |
| 52-Week Range | $229.20 – $341.75 |
| Dividend Yield (TTM) | 2.99% |

## Dividend

| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Yield (TTM) | 2.99% |
| Annual Dividend (TTM) | $7.44 /share |
| Annual Dividend (Forward) | $7.44 /share |
| Frequency | Quarterly |
| Consecutive Growth Streak | 50 years |
| Growth CAGR 1Y / 3Y / 5Y / 10Y | 3.8% / 4.9% / 6.9% / 7.5% |
| Payout Ratio (EPS, TTM) | 59.7% |
| Payout Ratio (FCF, TTM) | 67.2% |
| Payout Ratio (EPS, forward dividend) | 60.4% |
| Payout Ratio (FCF, forward dividend) | 68.0% |

### Recent Payments

| Ex-Date | Amount | Pay Date |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-12-01 | $1.9300 | 2026-12-15 |
| 2026-09-01 | $1.8600 | 2026-09-16 |
| 2026-06-02 | $1.8600 | 2026-06-16 |
| 2026-03-03 | $1.8600 | 2026-03-17 |
| 2025-12-01 | $1.8600 | 2025-12-15 |
| 2025-09-02 | $1.7700 | 2025-09-16 |
| 2025-06-02 | $1.7700 | 2025-06-16 |
| 2025-03-03 | $1.7700 | 2025-03-17 |
| 2024-12-02 | $1.7700 | 2024-12-16 |
| 2024-09-03 | $1.6700 | 2024-09-17 |
| 2024-06-03 | $1.6700 | 2024-06-17 |
| 2024-02-29 | $1.6700 | 2024-03-15 |

Full history: https://www.dividenddata.com/stocks/mcd/dividend

## Frequently Asked Questions

### What does McDonald's Corporation do?

McDonald's Corporation (MCD) operates in the Restaurants industry within the Consumer Cyclical sector. Full company description, peers, and segment breakdown are on the page above.

### What is MCD's market cap?

McDonald's Corporation (MCD) has a market capitalization of approximately $175.82 billion, as of October 23, 2026, based on the most recent share price and shares outstanding.

### Does MCD pay a dividend?

Yes, McDonald's Corporation (MCD) pays a dividend quarterly, with a trailing-twelve-month yield of 2.99%. Full distribution history, payout ratios, and growth rates are on the Dividend tab.

### How often does MCD pay dividends?

McDonald's Corporation pays dividends quarterly. The forward annual rate is $7.44 per share at the current declared cadence. Each ex-dividend date, record date, and payment date is listed in the dividend history table on this page.

### What is MCD's payout ratio?

McDonald's Corporation's payout ratio is the percentage of earnings (and free cash flow) returned to shareholders as dividends. Current EPS and FCF coverage are shown in the payout cards above, with green / amber / red coloring indicating sustainability.

### Is MCD a Dividend Aristocrat?

Yes, McDonald's Corporation (MCD) is an S&P 500 Dividend Aristocrat, meaning it has raised its dividend for at least 25 consecutive years. Its full dividend history and growth rates are on this page.

## More on Dividend Data

- Overview (HTML): https://www.dividenddata.com/stocks/mcd
- Dividend history & safety: https://www.dividenddata.com/stocks/mcd/dividend
- Earnings & EPS: https://www.dividenddata.com/stocks/mcd/earnings
- Financial statements: https://www.dividenddata.com/stocks/mcd/financials/income
- Valuation multiples: https://www.dividenddata.com/stocks/mcd/valuation
- Peer comparison: https://www.dividenddata.com/stocks/mcd/peers

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