McDonald's (WAR:MCDL) Volatility: N/A% (As of Jul. 17, 2026)

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WAR:MCDL McDonald's Corp WAR:MCDL
26 GF Score
Price zł1,010.00
GF Value zł2,558.82
Valuation Significantly Undervalued
! 2 Warning Signs
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What is McDonald's Volatility?

McDonald's WAR:MCDL 26 Volatility is N/A% as of Jul. 17, 2026. GuruFocus rates WAR:MCDL with a GF Score™ of 26/100 and a GF Value™ of zł2,558.82 (Significantly Undervalued). The stock has 2 warning signs investors should review.

Volatility is a statistical measure of the dispersion of returns for a given security or market index, it shows how the price swings around its mean. The volatility here is measured as the annualized standard deviation between monthly returns from the security over the past year. In most cases, the higher the volatility, the riskier the security.

McDonald's does not have enough data to calculate Volatility.

McDonald's  (WAR:MCDL) Volatility Explanation

Volatility is a statistical measure of the dispersion of returns for a given security or market index. It’s often measured as standard deviation or variance of historical returns over a certain period. The volatility here is measured as the annualized standard deviation between monthly returns from the security over the past year.

Volatility reflects the uncertainty or risk of a security’s value. Generally speaking, a higher volatility suggests a higher risk, because it implies a wider fluctuation around average price. This means the price of the security can change dramatically in either direction within a short period. Conversely, a lower volatility means that the security's price is more steady, which suggests a lower risk.

Another measurement of relative volatility is Beta. Beta is a measure of systematic risk of a security or a portfolio in comparison to the market as a whole. Beta is usually compared to 1. A beta of greater than 1 indicates that the security's price will be more volatile than the market.

McDonald's Volatility Related Terms

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McDonald's  (WAR:MCDL) Volatility Calculation

The annualized volatility is calculated as following:

σA=σM * √12
=√ 1/(n-1) ∑(Ri - R')^2 * √12

Where: σM is the monthly volatility, n is the number of months in the period, Ri is the security's historical monthly returns and R' is the arithmetic mean of monthly returns.

* 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.

Frequently Asked Questions Learn more about Volatility →
What does a Volatility of N/A% mean?
McDonald's (WAR:MCDL) has a Volatility of N/A% as of Jul. 17, 2026. Volatility is measured as the annualized standard deviation between monthly returns from the security over the past year. View historical data on McDonald's and its competitors.
Is McDonald's' Volatility too high?
McDonald's' current Volatility is N/A%. Overall, McDonald's has a GF Score™ of 26/100 and is considered Significantly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does McDonald's' Volatility compare to ?
McDonald's' Volatility of N/A% 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 Volatility for a Restaurants company?
A good Volatility depends on the Restaurants industry context. However, Volatility 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 Volatility mean?
A high Volatility can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. Volatility is measured as the annualized standard deviation between monthly returns from the security over the past year. View historical data on McDonald's and its competitors. McDonald's's current Volatility is N/A%. 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?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, McDonald's (WAR:MCDL) is currently considered Significantly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is zł2,558.82, compared to a current price of zł1,010.00 — trading 60.5% below its estimated fair value. The current Volatility is N/A%. McDonald's' overall GF Score™ is 26/100 with 2 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is Volatility calculated?
Volatility is calculated from a company's financial statements. For McDonald's (WAR:MCDL), the current Volatility is N/A% as of Jul. 17, 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 (WAR:MCDL) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, McDonald's stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of zł1,010.00 is trading 60.5% below its estimated GF Value™ of zł2,558.82. GuruFocus considers McDonald's to be Significantly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for WAR:MCDL:

  • Volatility: N/A%
  • GF Value™: zł2,558.82 vs. price of zł1,010.00 (60.5% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 26/100 with 2 warning signs

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

McDonald's Business Description

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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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zł1,010.00
Price
zł2,558.82
GF Value