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McDonald's to Report First-Quarter 2026 Earnings
McDonald's is scheduled to release its Q1 2026 earnings before the market opens on Thursday. Wall Street analysts expect earnings per share of $2.74 and revenue of $6.47 billion, along with same-store sales growth of 3.7 percent. The company's shares have declined 10 percent over the past year while the S&P 500 has risen 31 percent.
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McDonald's is scheduled to report its first-quarter 2026 earnings before the market opens on Thursday. Analysts surveyed by LSEG expect the company to report earnings per share of $2.74 and revenue of $6.47 billion. The company is also projected to post same-store sales growth of 3.7 percent for the quarter, according to StreetAccount estimates.
Investors will examine the results for any indications that higher gas prices are affecting customer traffic or spending. Average fuel prices have increased since the U.S. war with Iran began at the end of February. The rise has contributed to higher prices at the pump and reduced disposable income for some consumers.
McDonald's shares have fallen 10 percent over the last year amid concerns about the broader economy. Over the same period the S&P 500 has risen about 31 percent. The company currently holds a market capitalization of roughly $201.5 billion.
March the company and its chief executive went viral for a taste test video of its new Arch Burger. Viewers and rivals described the executive's reaction as unenthusiastic.
