McDonald's reported Q1 2026 revenue of $6.517 billion, up 9% year-over-year, according to SEC 8-K filing.
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$284.10 ▼ -0.38%
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Q1 Highlights
Global same-store sales rose 3.8%, with balanced growth across major regions. Value menu strategy and loyalty program expansion drove customer traffic to restaurants.
- Revenue: $6.517 billion, +9% YoY
- Diluted EPS: $2.78, +7% vs. $2.60 prior year; adjusted EPS excluding one-time items: $2.83
- Operating Income (GAAP): $2.953 billion, +12% YoY
- Net Income: $1.983 billion, +6% YoY
- Global systemwide revenue: $34+ billion, +11% YoY
- Systemwide sales from loyalty program members (trailing 12 months): $38+ billion
Market Reaction
Stock closed at $284.10 (down 0.38%) on May 7, 2026. Quartz reported that value menu offerings and the new Big Arch Burger drove results. The Wall Street Journal highlighted the strength of the value-focused strategy. MSN noted overall results beat consensus expectations, though international developmental licensed markets (Middle East and select Asian regions) missed guidance.
Segment Performance
- U.S.: Same-store sales +3.9%, rebounding from -3.6% in prior year; higher average check per customer drove growth
- International Operated Markets: Same-store sales +3.9%, led by UK, Germany, and Australia
- International Developmental Licensed Markets: Same-store sales +3.4%, led by Japan with positive growth across all regions
CEO Chris Kempczinski stated: "McDonald's delivered results this quarter. Our competitive advantage lies in maintaining three pillars: value leadership, marketing execution, and menu innovation."
Q1 results included $47 million in one-time restructuring charges. Excluding these items, adjusted operating income grew 11% year-over-year.
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