Arcos Dorados Holdings (STU:AD8) Long-Term Debt: €838 Mil (As of Mar. 2026)

Author: Vera Yuan Vera Yuan
Vera Yuan
Vera Yuan
Director of Data and Quant Analytics at GuruFocus
Focused on building reliable datasets, financial models, and research tools for value-minded investors. Committed to turning complex data into practical guidance for value-investing and long-term wealth.
Reviewed by: Charlie Tian Charlie Tian
Charlie Tian
Charlie Tian
Founder & CEO of GuruFocus
Dr. Charlie Tian is the founder and CEO of GuruFocus.com, a leading global investment research platform established in 2004. With a Ph.D. in physics, Dr. Tian transitioned from science to finance, applying a data-driven, disciplined approach to value investing.

STU:AD8 Arcos Dorados Holdings Inc STU:AD8
89 GF Score
Price €7.16
GF Value €8.32
Valuation Modestly Undervalued
! 6 Warning Signs
View Full Analysis

What is Arcos Dorados Holdings Long-Term Debt?

Arcos Dorados Holdings STU:AD8 -0.14% 89 Long-Term Debt is €838 Mil as of Mar. 2026. GuruFocus rates STU:AD8 with a GF Score™ of 89/100 and a GF Value™ of €8.32 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 6 warning signs investors should review.

Arcos Dorados Holdings's Long-Term Debt for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was €838 Mil.

Arcos Dorados Holdings's quarterly Long-Term Debt increased from Sep. 2025 (€841 Mil) to Dec. 2025 (€962 Mil) but then declined from Dec. 2025 (€962 Mil) to Mar. 2026 (€838 Mil).

Arcos Dorados Holdings's annual Long-Term Debt increased from Dec. 2023 (€654 Mil) to Dec. 2024 (€684 Mil) and increased from Dec. 2024 (€684 Mil) to Dec. 2025 (€962 Mil).

Arcos Dorados Holdings  (STU:AD8) Long-Term Debt Explanation

Long-Term Debt is the sum of the carrying values as of the balance sheet date of all long-term debt, which is debt initially having maturities due after one year or beyond the operating cycle, if longer, but excluding the portions thereof scheduled to be repaid within one year or the normal operating cycle, if longer. Long-Term Debt includes notes payable, bonds payable, mortgage loans, convertible debt, subordinated debt and other types of long term debt.

Arcos Dorados Holdings Long-Term Debt Related Terms

Arcos Dorados Holdings Long-Term Debt Historical Data

* Premium members only.

The historical data trend for Arcos Dorados Holdings's Long-Term Debt can be seen below:

* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD.
* For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.

Arcos Dorados Holdings Long-Term Debt Chart

Arcos Dorados Holdings Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
Long-Term Debt
Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only 654.21 671.82 653.86 683.76 961.51

Arcos Dorados Holdings Quarterly Data
Jun21 Sep21 Dec21 Mar22 Jun22 Sep22 Dec22 Mar23 Jun23 Sep23 Dec23 Mar24 Jun24 Sep24 Dec24 Mar25 Jun25 Sep25 Dec25 Mar26
Long-Term Debt Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only 861.10 819.62 840.81 961.51 838.44
STU:AD8
89GF Score
Arcos Dorados Holdings Inc STU:AD8
Long-Term Debt is just one metric. See GF Score™, valuation, warning signs, and more.
View Full Analysis
Frequently Asked Questions Learn more about Long-Term Debt →
What does a Long-Term Debt of €838 Mil mean?
Arcos Dorados Holdings (STU:AD8) has a Long-Term Debt of €838 Mil as of Mar. 2026.
Is Arcos Dorados Holdings' Long-Term Debt too high?
Arcos Dorados Holdings' current Long-Term Debt is €838 Mil. Overall, Arcos Dorados Holdings has a GF Score™ of 89/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Arcos Dorados Holdings' Long-Term Debt compare to WEN and BH?
Arcos Dorados Holdings' Long-Term Debt of €838 Mil can be compared against companies in the Restaurants industry. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good Long-Term Debt for a Restaurants company?
A good Long-Term Debt depends on the Restaurants industry context. However, Long-Term Debt should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. Use the industry distribution chart on this page to see where any company falls relative to its peers.
What does a high Long-Term Debt mean?
A high Long-Term Debt can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. Arcos Dorados Holdings's current Long-Term Debt is €838 Mil. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Arcos Dorados Holdings stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Arcos Dorados Holdings (STU:AD8) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is €8.32, compared to a current price of €7.16 — trading 14% below its estimated fair value. The current Long-Term Debt is €838 Mil. Arcos Dorados Holdings' overall GF Score™ is 89/100 with 6 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is Long-Term Debt calculated?
Long-Term Debt is calculated from a company's financial statements. For Arcos Dorados Holdings (STU:AD8), the current Long-Term Debt is €838 Mil as of Mar. 2026. GuruFocus calculates this using data sourced from SEC filings and annual reports. See the calculation section and 30-year financial data on this page for the full breakdown.

Is Arcos Dorados Holdings (STU:AD8) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Arcos Dorados Holdings stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of €7.16 is trading 14% below its estimated GF Value™ of €8.32. GuruFocus considers Arcos Dorados Holdings to be Modestly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for STU:AD8:

  • Long-Term Debt: €838 Mil
  • GF Value™: €8.32 vs. price of €7.16 (14% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 89/100 with 6 warning signs

No single metric tells the full story. See the STU:AD8 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.

Arcos Dorados Holdings Business Description

Address Rio Negro 1338, First Floor, Montevideo, URY, 11100
Arcos Dorados Holdings Inc operates McDonald's branded restaurants in various countries and territories in Latin America and the Caribbean. The Company manages its business as distinct geographic segments and its operations are divided into three geographic divisions, as follows: Brazil, the North Latin American division, or NOLAD, which is comprised of Costa Rica, Mexico, Panama, Puerto Rico, Martinique, Guadeloupe, French Guiana and the U.S. Virgin Islands of St. Croix and St. Thomas and the South Latin American division, or SLAD, which is comprised of Argentina, Chile, Ecuador, Peru, Uruguay, Colombia, Venezuela, Trinidad and Tobago, Aruba and Curacao. Its menu includes hamburgers, McNuggets, salad, sandwiches, French fries, and others. It generates maximum revenue from Brazil.
89GF Score

Get the complete analysis for STU:AD8

Long-Term Debt is just one metric. See GF Value™, 30-year financials, guru trades, warning signs, and more.

€7.16
Price
€8.32
GF Value