McDonald's (MCD) Q2 EPS Jumps 12%
McDonald's (NYSE:MCD), the global fast-food chain with over 44,000 restaurants in more than 100 countries, reported its second quarter earnings on August 6, 2025. The company posted $3.14 in earnings per share (GAAP) on $6.84 billion in revenue (GAAP). While EPS (non-GAAP) beat analyst expectations, GAAP revenue surpassed estimates by $145 million, or 2.2%. These results marked an improvement after a soft start to the year and signaled a turnaround from negative comparable sales in Q2 2024. The quarter showed broad-based gains in global same-store sales, but management also cited continuing pressures on some consumer groups and ongoing margin risks. Overall, the period demonstrated a clear recovery, driven by promotions, menu innovation, and digital engagement, even as cost challenges continued to surface.
Source: Analyst estimates for the quarter provided by FactSet.
McDonald's operates a system of franchised and company-owned restaurants that primarily serve burgers, fries, chicken, and breakfast items under its globally recognized Golden Arches brand. About 95 % of its restaurants are franchise-operated. Franchisees pay ongoing fees and royalties, which adds to the company’s steady revenue and profit streams.
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