McDonald's: Buy For Long-Term Investors As Shares Could Re-Rate Due To Accelerating Store Growth

McDonald's remains a buy despite recent double-digit declines and margin pressures from consumer affordability and tariffs. MCD trades below its five-year average at ~20x earnings, with long-term upside potential as growth accelerates and store openings target 50,000 by next year. Recent earnings delivered a double-beat, with global systemwide sales up 6%, EPS at $2.83, and management leaning into affordability initiatives.