McDonald's to report first-quarter results with revenue and earnings expected to rise
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Updated · Barron's · May 6
McDonald's to report first-quarter results with revenue and earnings expected to rise
3 articles · Updated · Barron's · May 6
FactSet analysts forecast $6.47 billion in net revenue and adjusted earnings of $2.74 a share for the three months ended in March.
Investors are watching whether a value-led turnaround can continue after global comparable sales rose 5.7% in late 2025, including 6.8% U.S. same-store growth.
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