McDonald's — Third Quarter 2026 Earnings Summary

McDonald's Corporation reported third-quarter 2026 results with global systemwide sales increasing 4% to over $38 billion and consolidated operating income rising 7%. Global comparable sales grew 1.5%, driven by a 4.2% increase in International Developmental Licensed Markets, while U.S. comparable sales declined slightly by 0.2%. Diluted earnings per share reached $3.51, representing a 10% increase from the prior year, and the company declared a 4% dividend increase to $1.93 per share. The financial performance included pre-tax restructuring charges of $56 million related to the 'Accelerating the Organization' initiative.