McDonald's Corp (MCD) reported disappointing financial results for the third quarter of fiscal 2025, underscoring challenges within its operations. The company posted earnings per share (EPS) of $3.22, falling short of the Wall Street consensus estimate of $3.36 by $0.14. Revenue also missed expectations, coming in at $7.1 billion compared to the anticipated $7.2 billion.
The results highlight the difficulties McDonald's faces in a competitive market. The company operates a significant global presence, engaging in the franchising of restaurants across various segments, including the U.S., International Operated Markets, and International Developmental Licensed Markets & Corporate. The U.S. segment, which is 95% franchised, remains its largest market.
McDonald's will host an earnings conference call at 8:00 AM (BMO) to discuss these results and provide further insights into its business performance.
This earnings report offers a glimpse into McDonald's operational performance and financial health. Investors may wish to review the full earnings release and listen to management's commentary for a comprehensive understanding of the quarter's performance and future outlook.
With a market capitalization of $212.5 billion and a P/E ratio of 25.25, McDonald's continues to be a significant player in the Hotels, Restaurants & Leisure industry. The company is set to announce its next earnings on Monday, August 3, 2026, with an EPS estimate of $3.541 and revenue expectations of $7.3 billion.