McDonald’s Stock Growth Prospects Questioned Amid Modest Revenue Gains
McDonald's (MCD -0.85%), the global fast-food behemoth with 44,000 locations across 100+ countries, faces skepticism about achieving a fivefold stock appreciation by 2030. A $10,000 investment five years ago WOULD now be worth under $16,400 including dividends—far short of the $50,000 target.
The franchise-heavy model—95% of locations pay 4-5% royalties on sales—provides recession resilience but limited growth catalysts. H1 2025 revenue crept up just 1% to $12.8 billion, underscoring the challenge of exponential returns in a saturated market.