MCD Mcdonalds PEG ratio, current and historical analysis

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Relative Growth: Rel. Growth: 67
Relative Strength: Rel. Strength: 28
Relative Valuation: Rel. Valuation: 43
Relative Profitability: Rel. Profitability: 57

Based on the most recent data from Jun 12, 2026, MCD's PEG ratio comes in at 3.39. This metric factors in a PE of 23.38 with an earnings growth rate of 6.9%. Relative to the 7.23 average from the previous four quarters, the PEG ratio has plunged by 53%.

MCD PEG ratio history

How has MCD's PEG ratio performed in the past

Looking at the last ten years, MCD's PEG ratio has has been around 12.03 on average. At 3.39, today's PE to growth ratio sits 72% below its historical average. Within the last ten years, the Sep 2024 quarter recorded the highest PEG value at 266.2. At 0.45, the Dec 2021 quarter showed the minimum PEG ratio in this period.

Today
3.39
Average
12.03
Median
1.57
Minimum
0.45
Maximum
266.2

Mcdonalds PEG ratio by year

Year PEG ratio PE ratio Growth YoY
2025 5.31 25.47 4.8%
2024 N/A 25.32 -1.5%
2023 0.66 25.5 38.6%
2022 N/A 31.41 -17%
2021 0.45 26.52 59.2%
2020 N/A 33.79 -20.1%
2019 5.52 24.86 4.5%
2018 1.27 23.33 18.4%
2017 1.57 26.77 17.1%
2016 1.59 22.17 13.9%
2015 N/A 24.51 -0.6%
2014 N/A 19.32 -13.2%
2013 5.26 17.36 3.3%
2012 10.87 16.3 1.5%
2011 1.26 18.82 14.9%

Mcdonalds PEG ratio by quarter (TTM)

Year PEG ratio PE ratio Growth YoY
Mar 2026 3.7 25.52 6.9%
Dec 2025 5.31 25.47 4.8%
Sep 2025 8.6 25.8 3%
Jun 2025 11.32 24.91 2.2%
Mar 2025 N/A 27.42 -3.8%
Dec 2024 N/A 25.32 -1.5%
Sep 2024 266.2 26.62 0.1%
Jun 2024 4.53 22.2 4.9%
Mar 2024 0.91 23.81 26.2%
Dec 2023 0.66 25.5 38.6%
Sep 2023 0.54 23.05 42.9%
Jun 2023 0.81 27.28 33.7%
Mar 2023 N/A 29.81 -1.7%
Dec 2022 N/A 31.41 -17%
Sep 2022 N/A 28.84 -18%

MCD average PEG ratio chart

What is the average PEG ratio of MCD for the past years

MCD's PEG ratio today is below the 3, 5 and 10-year averages.

3-year avg
30.26
5-year avg
21.77
10-year avg
12.03
15-year avg
10.87

PEG comparison

Mcdonalds's PEG of 3.39 is above the Consumer Cyclical sector, the industry and its peers average. Compared to its Consumer Cyclical sector average of 0.73, Mcdonalds's PEG is 364% higher.

MCD EPS growth

Earnings per share growth rates over time chart

MCD Price vs fair value

How does MCD's price compare to its estimated fair value based on its growth

MCD PEG vs peers

What is MCD's PEG ratio compared to its peers

Compared to its peer stocks YUM and DRI, MCD's PEG ratio comes in higher. Mcdonalds's PEG ratio of 3.39 is above the peer average of 0.85.

Stock name PEG ratio Market cap
JACK Jack In The Box Inc 0.06 $255.01M
ARCO Arcos Dorados Holdings Inc 0.11 $1.88B
GTIM Good Times Restaurants Inc 0.14 $13.51M
EAT Brinker International Inc 0.37 $6.83B
YUM Yum Brands Inc 1.08 $42.53B
DRI Darden Restaurants Inc 3.31 $24.22B
MCD Mcdonalds Corp 3.39 $202.36B
WEN Wendy's Co N/A $1.29B
SBUX Starbucks Corp N/A $117.43B
CMG Chipotle Mexican Grill Inc N/A $41.34B
CBRL Cracker Barrel Old Country Store Inc N/A $1.04B

Frequently asked questions

What is Mcdonalds's PEG ratio?

MCD shows a PEG ratio of 3.39, per Jun 12, 2026 data.

What is the 3-year average PEG ratio for Mcdonalds (MCD)?

Historical data over a 3-year period places MCD's average PEG ratio at 30.26.

What is the 5-year average PEG ratio for Mcdonalds (MCD)?

Historical data over a 5-year period places MCD's average PEG ratio at 21.77.

What is the highest PEG ratio for MCD?

The Sep 2024 quarter marked the ten years high at 266.2 for MCD's PEG ratio.

How does the current PEG ratio for MCD compare to its historical average?

MCD currently has a PEG ratio 72% below its 10-year average.

Why is Mcdonalds's PEG ratio so high?

The elevated PEG ratio of 3.39 indicates that MCD may be overvalued relative to its earnings growth potential.

How is MCD's PEG ratio calculated (Mcdonalds PEG ratio formula)?

The PEG ratio comes from taking PE and dividing by the rate at which earnings are growing (YoY TTM). As of Jun 12, 2026, Mcdonalds has a P/E ratio of 23.38. Earnings grew at 6.9% over the TTM period ending Mar 2026. Applying the formula, this produces a price to earnings growth ratio of 3.39. PEG RATIO(3.39) = PE RATIO(23.38) / EPS GROWTH(6.9%)

All PEG ratio stats are based on quarterly TTM periods, unless otherwise specified.