McDonald's Stock Analyst Target Prices: Investor Expectations and Market Impact

McDonald's Corp (MCD) analyst target prices reflect optimism amid the company's Q2 2026 underperformance. The average target price among 35 analysts is $280, ranging from $250 to $300. 48% of analysts rate it 'Strong Buy', 5% 'Moderate Buy', and the rest 'Hold'. With a market cap of $195.1 billion and 40,000+ restaurants across 100+ countries, MCD remains a global powerhouse. However, Q2 2026 results showed global customer traffic rose just 1.3%, down sharply from 3.8% a year earlier. Management attributed this to price-sensitive customers and reduced digital promotions. Despite this, MCD shares rose 2.1%. The XLY ETF outperformed with a 7% increase. McDonald's expects $12.88 EPS for 2027, maintaining its consistency. Markets will closely watch how this plays out, especially with menu innovations and China market strategies.