McDonald's Corp Dividend Yield
Data as of August 04, 2026
Dividend Yield
2.81%
Annual Dividend
$7.44
Stock Price
$265.23
Market Cap
$192.29B
How It's Calculated
2.81% = $7.44 ÷ $265.23 × 100
What This Means
McDonald's Corp's dividend yield of 2.81% is in the typical range for established companies. It provides a modest income stream alongside potential capital appreciation.
About McDonald's Corp
McDonald's Corp (MCD) operates in the Hotels, Restaurants & Leisure sector, specifically in Hotels, Restaurants & Leisure. With a market capitalization of about $192.29B, it ranks as a large-cap stock — a major established company.
Shares recently traded near $265.23, within a 52-week range of $260.96 to $341.75 (-22.4% from the high, +1.6% from the low). Beta of 0.42 indicates relatively lower volatility versus the market.
Trailing profit margin is about 31.6%, signaling a strong profit margin relative to many peers.
Understanding This Metric
Dividend yield measures annual cash distributions relative to share price. For McDonald's Corp, yield should be read alongside payout sustainability and free cash flow. In Hotels, Restaurants & Leisure, income investors often compare yield with peers, but a very high yield can sometimes signal payout stress rather than value.
Sector Comparison
Among Hotels, Restaurants & Leisure names on our S&P 100 coverage, McDonald's Corp's dividend yield of 2.81% can be compared with peers such as BKNG (0.87%), SBUX (2.40%). Sector context helps interpretation, but each company's growth profile and balance sheet differ — use multiple metrics before drawing conclusions. View all Hotels, Restaurants & Leisure stocks.
Key Takeaways
- MCD is grouped in the Hotels, Restaurants & Leisure sector for peer comparisons.
- Recent beta of 0.42 suggests lower-than-market price sensitivity.
- Trailing profit margin of 31.6% provides context for how much earnings support the headline multiple.
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$7.44
Sector
Hotels, Restaurants & Leisure
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Frequently Asked Questions
Does MCD pay a dividend?
Yes — McDonald's Corp currently shows an annual dividend rate of about $7.44 per share on this data snapshot.
How is dividend yield calculated for MCD?
Dividend yield = annual dividend per share ÷ stock price × 100. With price and dividend inputs here, MCD's yield is about 2.81%. Verify ex-dividend dates and payout changes on the issuer's investor relations site.
How does 2.81% compare to sector peers?
In Hotels, Restaurants & Leisure, peer yields such as SBUX (2.40%), BKNG (0.87%) help frame MCD's 2.81%. Very high yields can signal value or payout stress.
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