Why Krispy Kreme Broke Up With McDonald's
A match made in fast-food heaven ended this week, after high hopes and promising early results from Krispy Kreme's deal to sell doughnuts in McDonald's restaurants.
Fiscal Year: January - December
McDonald's Corporation (MCD), listed on the NYSE, has a market capitalization of $. As of Jul 05, 2025, the stock is trading at $294.08 per share, offering investors a clear view of its current market value. McDonald's Corporation is a prominent player in the industry sector, attracting both institutional and retail investors due to its performance and potential.
With a P/E ratio of 25.95, investors can assess the stock's valuation in comparison to its earnings. A P/E ratio is a crucial indicator for value investors, showing whether the stock is over or undervalued relative to its current earnings. McDonald's Corporation also offers a dividend yield of 2.41%, making it an attractive option for income-focused investors who seek regular dividends.
Our Discounted Cash Flow (DCF) analysis reveals that McDonald's Corporation (MCD) may be overvalued compared to its intrinsic worth. However, to see the exact DCF fair value, please Login or Upgrade for access.
The proprietary SS Score for McDonald's Corporation is a unique metric that analyzes the company's financial health and growth potential. The score takes into account critical factors such as revenue growth, net income, free cash flow (FCF) compound annual growth rate (CAGR), the trend of shares outstanding, and the debt-to-FCF ratio. This helps investors to make a more informed decision, as an undervalued stock might still have poor financial fundamentals.
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The Price to Free Cash Flow (P/FCF) ratio for McDonald's Corporation is 31.36, offering insights into how much investors are paying for the company's free cash flow. A lower P/FCF ratio typically suggests that the stock is undervalued, while a higher ratio may indicate overvaluation.
In summary, McDonald's Corporation (MCD) has shown consistent financial performance, as illustrated by the financial charts above, which track its revenue growth, net income, free cash flow, and shares outstanding over the past several years. These metrics provide investors with key insights into the company's past and projected future performance. Investors should use the SS Score alongside the DCF Fair Value to make better-informed decisions about whether to buy or hold the stock.
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Whether McDonald's Corporation (MCD) is a good stock to buy depends on various factors, including its financial health, market conditions, and your investment strategy. Our analysis indicates that the stock may be overvalued compared to its intrinsic value. However, it is important to assess the SS Score and review the company's fundamentals before making any investment decisions.
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McDonald's Corporation is a significant player in the industry sector, with a market capitalization of $ and a competitive P/E ratio of 25.95. Investors should compare these metrics with industry peers to gauge whether McDonald's Corporation is outperforming or underperforming within its sector.
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Below estimates were sourced from SimplyWallSt and are intended for educational purposes only as a baseline for the analysis.
Year | FCF Estimate | % | # Analysts |
---|---|---|---|
2025 | 7.64B | 14.47% | Est @14.5% |
2026 | 8.60B | 12.64% | Analyst x6 |
2027 | 11.29B | 31.20% | Analyst x2 |
2028 | 12.41B | 9.91% | Est @9.9% |
2029 | 13.36B | 7.65% | Est @7.6% |
2030 | 14.11B | 5.68% | Est @5.7% |
2031 | 14.77B | 4.63% | Est @4.6% |
2032 | 15.34B | 3.91% | Est @3.9% |
2033 | 15.87B | 3.40% | Est @3.4% |
2034 | 16.32B | 2.84% | Est @2.8% |
Below are the FCF estimates with the discount factor and the calculated present value with the terminal value that led the results above.
Year | FCF | Discount Factor | PV of Future FCF |
---|---|---|---|
2023A | 7.26B | 1.00 | 7.26B |
2024A | 6.67B | 1.00 | 6.67B |
2025E | 7.64B | 1.08 | 7.07B |
2026E | 8.60B | 1.17 | 7.38B |
2027E | 11.29B | 1.26 | 8.97B |
2028E | 12.41B | 1.36 | 9.13B |
2029E | 13.36B | 1.47 | 9.10B |
2030E | 14.11B | 1.58 | 8.90B |
2031E | 14.77B | 1.71 | 8.63B |
2032E | 15.34B | 1.85 | 8.30B |
2033E | 15.87B | 2.00 | 7.95B |
2034E | 16.32B | 2.15 | 7.57B |
Terminal | 305.25B | 2.15 | 141.67B |
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