MCD Mcdonalds PE ratio, current and historical analysis
The current PE ratio for Mcdonalds stock as of Apr 21, 2025 is 26.96. This is calculated based on the current EPS of $11.45 and the stock price of $308.72 per share. The P/E ratio marks an increase of 10% from the past four quarters average of 24.5.
MCD PE ratio history
The average historical PE ratio of Mcdonalds for the last ten years is 25.64. The current PE ratio of 26.96 is 5% above the historical average. Over the past ten years, MCD's PE ratio was at its highest in the Dec 2020 quarter at 33.79, when the stock price was $214.58 and the EPS was $6.35. The lowest value was in the Sep 2015 quarter, when it reached 21.23 with a price of $98.53 and an EPS of $4.64.
Mcdonalds PE ratio by year
Maximum annual increase: 35.92% in 2020
Maximum annual decrease: -21.52% in 2021
| Year | PE ratio | PE change | Price | EPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 25.32 | -0.71% | $289.89 | $11.45 |
| 2023 | 25.5 | -18.82% | $296.51 | $11.63 |
| 2022 | 31.41 | 18.44% | $263.53 | $8.39 |
| 2021 | 26.52 | -21.52% | $268.07 | $10.11 |
| 2020 | 33.79 | 35.92% | $214.58 | $6.35 |
| 2019 | 24.86 | 6.56% | $197.61 | $7.95 |
| 2018 | 23.33 | -12.85% | $177.57 | $7.61 |
| 2017 | 26.77 | 20.75% | $172.12 | $6.43 |
| 2016 | 22.17 | -9.55% | $121.72 | $5.49 |
| 2015 | 24.51 | 26.86% | $118.14 | $4.82 |
| 2014 | 19.32 | 11.29% | $93.7 | $4.85 |
| 2013 | 17.36 | 6.5% | $97.03 | $5.59 |
| 2012 | 16.3 | -13.39% | $88.21 | $5.41 |
| 2011 | 18.82 | 13.78% | $100.33 | $5.33 |
| 2010 | 16.54 | 10.49% | $76.76 | $4.64 |
Mcdonalds PE ratio by quarter (TTM)
| Year | PE ratio | PE change | Price | EPS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 2024 | 25.32 | -4.88% | $289.89 | $11.45 |
| Sep 2024 | 26.62 | 19.91% | $304.51 | $11.44 |
| Jun 2024 | 22.2 | -6.76% | $254.84 | $11.48 |
| Mar 2024 | 23.81 | -6.63% | $281.95 | $11.84 |
| Dec 2023 | 25.5 | 10.63% | $296.51 | $11.63 |
| Sep 2023 | 23.05 | -15.51% | $263.44 | $11.43 |
| Jun 2023 | 27.28 | -8.49% | $298.41 | $10.94 |
| Mar 2023 | 29.81 | -5.09% | $279.61 | $9.38 |
| Dec 2022 | 31.41 | 8.91% | $263.53 | $8.39 |
| Sep 2022 | 28.84 | -4.44% | $230.74 | $8 |
| Jun 2022 | 30.18 | 16.44% | $246.88 | $8.18 |
| Mar 2022 | 25.92 | -2.26% | $247.28 | $9.54 |
| Dec 2021 | 26.52 | 7.37% | $268.07 | $10.11 |
| Sep 2021 | 24.7 | -1.08% | $241.11 | $9.76 |
| Jun 2021 | 24.97 | -22.79% | $230.99 | $9.25 |
MCD average PE ratio chart
MCD's current P/E ratio is above the 3 and 10-year historical averages, but it is below the 5-year average.
MCD PE vs peers
Compared to its peers CMG and CBRL, MCD's PE ratio stands lower, however it is higher than SBUX's and YUM's. Mcdonalds's PE ratio is trading above the peer group average of 22.29.
| Stock name | PE ratio | Market cap |
|---|---|---|
| GTIM Good Times Restaurants Inc | 8.3 | $20.32M |
| ARCO Arcos Dorados Holdings Inc | 10.52 | $1.59B |
| WEN Wendy's Co | 13.22 | $2.52B |
| DRI Darden Restaurants Inc | 22.72 | $23.71B |
| EAT Brinker International Inc | 26.62 | $6.99B |
| SBUX Starbucks Corp | 26.68 | $94.26B |
| YUM Yum Brands Inc | 27.38 | $40.34B |
| CBRL Cracker Barrel Old Country Store Inc | 27.4 | $988.28M |
| MCD Mcdonalds Corp | 27.8 | $227.38B |
| CMG Chipotle Mexican Grill Inc | 42.04 | $63.82B |
| JACK Jack In The Box Inc | N/A | $475.23M |
Frequently asked questions
What is Mcdonalds's PE ratio?
As of Apr 21, 2025, MCD stock has a price to earnings ratio of 26.96.
What is the 3-year average PE ratio for Mcdonalds (MCD)?
The average PE ratio for MCD stock over the past 3 years is 26.73.
What is the 5-year average PE ratio for Mcdonalds (MCD)?
The average PE ratio for MCD stock over the past 5 years is 27.6.
What is the highest PE ratio for MCD?
In the last ten years, the Dec 2020 quarter recorded the highest quarterly PE ratio at 33.79.
How does the current PE ratio for MCD compare to its historical average?
The current price to earnings ratio of MCD is 5% higher than the 10-year historical average.
How is MCD's PE ratio calculated (Mcdonalds PE ratio formula)?
The PE ratio is calculated by dividing the most recent price of a stock by its trailing twelve months EPS. As of today (Apr 21, 2025), Mcdonalds's stock price is $308.72. The earnings per share for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ending Dec 2024 is $11.45. Therefore, Mcdonalds's P/E ratio for today is 26.96. PE RATIO(26.96) = STOCK PRICE($308.72) / TTM EPS($11.45)
All PE ratio stats are based on quarterly TTM periods, unless otherwise specified. Data from 
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