McDonald's reported stronger-than-expected revenue and improved profit margins in its second quarter of 2025, with total revenue reaching $6.84 billion, up 5.4% year-over-year. Net income increased to $2.25 billion, a 11% rise from the previous quarter, driven by higher revenue and a profit margin that expanded to 33% from 31% in the prior year. Earnings per share (EPS) rose to $3.15, slightly above the previous quarter's $2.81. Revenue exceeded analyst expectations by 2.1%, while EPS was largely in line. The company forecasts average annual revenue growth of 5.3% over the next three years, compared to a 10% industry-wide growth projection for U.S. hospitality. The share price remained stable from the previous week.

McDonald's reported stronger-than-expected revenue and improved profit margins in its second quarter of 2025, with total revenue reaching $6.84 billion, up 5.4% year-over-year. Net income increased to $2.25 billion, a 11% rise from the previous quarter, driven by higher revenue and a profit margin that expanded to 33% from 31% in the prior year quarter. Earnings per share (EPS) rose to $3.15, slightly above the previous quarter's $2.81. Revenue outperformed analyst expectations by 2.1%, while EPS was largely in line. The company forecasts average annual revenue growth of 5.3% over the next three years, compared to a 10% industry-wide growth projection for U.S. hospitality. The share price remained stable from the previous week.

McDonald's has submitted plans for a new restaurant and drive-thru in Nuneaton, UK, seeking community support for the proposal. The new location is situated off Weddington Road, between Buildbase and the former ATS Euromaster site. The company argues that the restaurant will provide economic benefits, create jobs, and serve communities to the north of Nuneaton, including residents of the new Sustainable Urban Extension at Top Farm. It also expects to attract customers from nearby Aldi and commercial users in the area. However, local residents have strongly opposed the plan, citing the presence of existing McDonald's locations and questioning whether the land could be better used. The planning application is currently under review by local planning officers, with a target decision date of August 19, 2025.

McDonald's Corporation reported strong Q2 2025 results, with adjusted EPS of $3.19 and revenue of $6.8 billion, driving a 3% increase in shares. Global same-store sales grew 3.8%, fueled by demand in the U.S. and international markets, and a 5.6% rise in its developmental licensed segment. The company introduced affordable meal bundles and new menu items like McCrispy Chicken Strips to attract budget-conscious customers. Analysts project a 5.2% year-over-year EPS growth to $12.33, with a consensus rating of 'Moderate Buy' based on 14 'Strong Buy' ratings, one 'Moderate Buy,' 17 'Holds,' and one 'Strong Sell.' Piper Sandler raised its price target to $325 with a 'Neutral' rating on Aug. 7, citing solid performance and a positive outlook for U.S. sales growth in the second half of the year. The stock is currently trading below the mean price target of $337.07, with a potential upside of 22.6% to the Street-high price target of $373.

McDonald’s is launching a new menu item, the Chicken Big Mac, in the United States, set to debut on October 10. The fast-food chain has partnered with Twitch superstar Kai Cenat as the official taste tester, leveraging his popular streaming presence to provide unfiltered reactions and promote the poultry-forward version of the classic Big Mac. Cenat, a prominent figure on Twitch and a Bronx native, has previously collaborated with brands like T-Mobile and Snoop Dogg, and this partnership marks his latest corporate endorsement with McDonald’s.