McDonald's reported first quarter 2026 results showing a 9% increase in consolidated revenues to $6.52 billion and a 7% rise in diluted EPS to $2.78, both slightly ahead of analyst expectations. Global comparable sales grew across all segments, demonstrating resilience despite a challenging consumer environment.
Key Highlights
- Global comparable sales increased 3.8%, with consistent growth across all segments.
- U.S. comparable sales grew 3.9%, coming in just below the 4.0% estimate, driven primarily by an increase in average check.
- International Operated Markets also saw comparable sales rise 3.9%, led by strong performance in the U.K., Germany, and Australia.
- Global systemwide sales increased 11% to over $34 billion, or 6% in constant currencies.