McDonald's is the largest restaurant owner-operator in the world, with 2024 system sales of $131 billion across more than 43,000 stores and 115 markets. McDonald's pioneered the franchise model, building its footprint through partnerships with independent restaurant franchisees and master franchise partners around the globe. The firm earns roughly 60% of its revenue from franchise royalty fees and lease payments, with most of the remainder coming from company-operated stores across its three core segments: the United States, internationally operated markets, and international developmental/licensed markets.
Quick Stats
Jan 30, 202663.9
AI Score
BUY1.13
Volume Ratio
Feb 11, 2026
Next Earnings
14
+ve Days (30d)
16
-ve Days (30d)
MCD Stock Summary
Last updated Jan 30, 2026
MCD is currently trading at $315, positioned above its 200-day moving average of $306.36, indicating a long-term uptrend. The stock has a 52-week range of $283.47 to $326.32.
Technical Analysis: The 50-day moving average stands at $309.36, which is below the current price, signaling bullish near-term momentum. The RSI (Relative Strength Index) reads 59.269, suggesting the stock is neutral with balanced momentum.
Money Flow Indicators: The Chaikin Money Flow (20-day) is 0.218, which is positive, indicating accumulation by institutional investors. Our AI-powered investment score rates MCD at 63.9/100 with a BUY recommendation.
MCD (McDonald's Corporation) Indicators
Last updated Jan 30, 2026
| Indicator | Value |
|---|---|
| RSI(14) | 59.269 |
| CMF (20) | 0.218 |
| ROC (10) | 2.066 |
| ADX (14) | 14.886 |
| Indicator | Value |
|---|---|
| MACD (12,26,9) | 1.412 |
| AROONOSC (14) | 50.0 |
| WILLAMS %R (14) | -16.087 |
| MFI (14) | 73.112 |
MCD Technical Chart
- Candlesticks: Green = price up, Red = price down. Body shows open/close, wicks show high/low.
- SMAs: Moving averages help identify trends. Price above SMA = bullish, below = bearish.
- Options OI: Shows max open interest strikes. High OI = significant price levels.
- Volume Profile: Shows price levels with most trading activity. POC = Point of Control (highest volume).
- Earnings: Vertical lines mark earnings dates. Watch for volatility around these dates.
- Gamma Walls: Key support/resistance from options gamma exposure. Orange = resistance above, Purple = support below.
- Fibonacci Retracement: Auto-calculated support/resistance levels based on recent high/low. Key levels: 23.6%, 38.2%, 50%, 61.8%, 78.6%.
- Unusual Activity: Highlights days with abnormal volume (2x+ average) or large price moves (5%+). Red marker = unusual activity detected.
Technical Indicators
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Indicators will appear below the price chart with perfectly aligned datesVolume Profile Analysis
Horizontal histogram showing volume distribution at each price level with buying/selling pressure
MCD Price vs Max Options Open Interest
MCD Max Change In Options Open Interest
MCD Options - Sort by Max open Interest (near term)
30th January 2026 (Data is delayed in normal mkt. hours)
| Type | Expiration | Strike | OI | Change in OI |
Volume | Ask | PC | Delta | Vega | Volatility | % change | Track |
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MCD Daily Out of Money Options - Sort by Max open Interest (near term)
30th January 2026 (Data is delayed in normal mkt. hours)
| Type | Expiration | Strike | OI | Change in OI |
Volume | Ask | PC | Delta | Vega | Volatility | % change | Track |
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MCD Daily In the Money Options - Sort by Max open Interest (near term)
30th January 2026 (Data is delayed in normal mkt. hours)
| Type | Expiration | Strike | OI | Change in OI |
Volume | Ask | PC | Delta | Vega | Volatility | % change | Track |
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MCD Most Active Options by Volume(near term)
30th January 2026 (Data is delayed in normal mkt. hours)
| Type | Expiration | Strike | Volume | OI | Change in OI |
Ask | PC | Delta | Vega | Volatility | % change | Track |
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McDonald's Corporation is above both 50 Day and 200 Day SMA which is considered Bullish.
MCD Moving Averages Analysis
McDonald's Corporation has been above 50 day sma 1 times in last 30 days. Last time it was above 50 day sma was on Jan 30, 2026
McDonald's Corporation has been above 200 day sma 1 times in last 30 days. Last time it was above 200 day sma was on Jan 30, 2026
MCD (McDonald's Corporation) Simple Moving Averages
Moving Averages are last updated Jan 30, 2026
| Days | MA |
|---|---|
| 10 | 310.22 |
| 20 | 308.07 |
| 30 | 309.63 |
| 50 | 309.36 |
| 100 | 306.31 |
| 200 | 306.36 |
MCD Fundamental Analysis
| P/E (Forward) | 23.6967 |
| P/E (Trailing) | 26.6894 |
| Market Cap ($) | 223.2 billion |
| Earnings/Share ($) | 11.72 |
| Net Proft Margin (%) | 0.3204 |
| Dividend/Share ($) | 7.08 |
| EPS Estimate Current Year ($) | 12.1335 |
| EPS Estimate Next Year ($) | 13.2563 |
| WallStreet Target Price ($) | 333.5484 |
| Most Recent Quarter |