McDonald's (XSWX:MCD) GF Value Rank: 10 (As of Jul. 02, 2026) — 100% Above Median


XSWX:MCD McDonald's Corp XSWX:MCD
74 GF Score
Price CHF217.85
GF Value CHF263.84
! 2 Warning Signs
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What is McDonald's GF Value Rank?

McDonald's XSWX:MCD +0.56% 74 GF Value Rank is 10 as of Jul. 02, 2026, which is 100% above its 10-year median of 5.00. GuruFocus rates XSWX:MCD with a GF Score™ of 74/100 and a GF Value™ of CHF263.84. The stock has 2 warning signs investors should review.

McDonald's has the GF Value Rank of 10.

GF Value Rank evaluates the exclusive GuruFocus valuation and performance of a stock, rated on a scale from 1 to 10. It is determined by the price-to-GF-Value (P/GF Value) ratio, a proprietary metric calculated based on historical multiples along with an adjustment factor based on a company's past returns and growth and future estimates of the business' performance.

GuruFocus found that for valuation, we cannot simply give stocks a better GF Value rank simply because they have a lower P/GF Value ratio. Backtesting shows that over the long term, the two worst-performing groups are the most expensive group (with the highest P/GF Value ratio) and the least expensive group (with the lowest P/GF Value ratio).

We can understand why the most expensive group underperforms. We were initially puzzled by the underperformance of the least expensive group, but we realized there is a reason why some stocks are super cheap. If they look too undervalued, it is often because the businesses behind them are poor quality. The market realized this and gave them low valuations. In a way, the market is efficient.

After multiple backtesting analyses, we granted the stocks in third-cheapest percentile the highest GF Value rank, as they have performed the best over a full market cycle. Stock performance is actually not as sensitive to valuation as it is to growth and profitability. On average, the companies in the 20%-50% valuation groups have similar performances. Therefore, we should avoid the most expensive and the least expensive stocks. We can be more tolerant of valuation.

A higher score indicates a stock with a relatively low valuation and substantial potential for outperformance. Conversely, a lower score often reflects stocks that are either highly overvalued or deeply undervalued, both of which tend to underperform.

Please click GF Score to see more details on the GF Score's 5 Key Aspects of Analysis.

XSWX:MCD vs SBUX, YUM, CMG: GF Value Rank Comparison

For the Restaurants subindustry, McDonald's's GF Value Rank, along with its competitors' market caps and GF Value Rank data, can be viewed below:

* Competitive companies are chosen from companies within the same industry, with headquarter located in same country, with closest market capitalization; x-axis shows the market cap, and y-axis shows the term value; the bigger the dot, the larger the market cap. Note that "N/A" values will not show up in the chart.

McDonald's GF Value Rank vs Restaurants Industry

For the Restaurants industry and Consumer Cyclical sector, McDonald's's GF Value Rank distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where McDonald's's GF Value Rank falls into.


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What does a GF Value Rank of 10 mean?
McDonald's (XSWX:MCD) has a GF Value Rank of 10 as of Jul. 02, 2026. GF Value Rank is given based on historical multiples along with past returns, growth and future estimates of the business' performance. View historical data on McDonald's and its competitors. This is 100% above median its historical median of 5.00. Over the past decade, McDonald's' GF Value Rank has ranged from 1.00 to 10.00.
Is McDonald's' GF Value Rank too high?
McDonald's' current GF Value Rank of 10 is 100% above median its 10-year median of 5.00. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 1.00 to a high of 10.00. Overall, McDonald's has a GF Score™ of 74/100, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does McDonald's' GF Value Rank compare to SBUX and YUM?
McDonald's' GF Value Rank of 10 can be compared against companies in the Restaurants industry. Historically, McDonald's' own GF Value Rank has ranged from 1.00 to 10.00 over the past decade. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good GF Value Rank for a Restaurants company?
A good GF Value Rank depends on the Restaurants industry context. However, GF Value Rank 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 GF Value Rank mean?
A high GF Value Rank can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. GF Value Rank is given based on historical multiples along with past returns, growth and future estimates of the business' performance. View historical data on McDonald's and its competitors. McDonald's's current GF Value Rank is 10, which is 100% above median its own 10-year median of 5.00. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is McDonald's stock overvalued right now?
McDonald's (XSWX:MCD) has a current GF Value Rank of 10. The stock's GF Value™ is CHF263.84, compared to a current price of CHF217.85 — trading 17.4% below its estimated fair value. The current GF Value Rank is 10, which is 100% above median its 10-year median of 5.00. McDonald's' overall GF Score™ is 74/100 with 2 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is GF Value Rank calculated?
GF Value Rank is calculated from a company's financial statements. For McDonald's (XSWX:MCD), the current GF Value Rank is 10 as of Jul. 02, 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 McDonald's (XSWX:MCD) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, McDonald's stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of CHF217.85 is trading 17.4% below its estimated GF Value™ of CHF263.84.

Key valuation signals for XSWX:MCD:

  • GF Value Rank: 10 (100% above median its 10-year median of 5.00)
  • GF Value™: CHF263.84 vs. price of CHF217.85 (17.4% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 74/100 with 2 warning signs

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

McDonald's Business Description

Address 110 North Carpenter Street, Chicago, IL, USA, 60607
McDonald's is the world's largest restaurant brand, with nearly $139 billion in systemwide sales across more than 45,000 restaurants and over 100 markets. The quick-service chain built its early reputation on speed, consistency, and affordable hamburgers, and today its global menu spans burgers, chicken, breakfast, and beverages that have helped popularize American fast-food cuisine worldwide. The firm derives the bulk of its revenue from franchise royalties and rent (about 62%), with the remainder stemming from company-operated restaurants across three segments: the United States (39% of systemwide sales), international operated markets (35%), and international developmental/licensed markets (26%).
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