Forecast & Rating36 analysts currently cover McDonald's, with about 52.8% giving a positive rating — meaning they expect the stock to rise. The average price target is $312.84, about 25.9% upside from the current price of $248.56. Price targets range from $250.00 to $407.00 — a wide spread, showing clear disagreement over just how much McDonald's can rise. Historically, about 66.7% of past price targets were eventually met, which adds credibility. For you, this means institutional views on McDonald's are split — bulls and bears coexist, so you'll need to weigh it against your own judgment. Data as of Sep 16, 2026; for reference only and not investment advice.
Sep 16, 2026
Price forecast
$312.8425.86%
Forecast & RatingBuy
35analysts
Strong buy42.86%
Buy11.43%
Hold42.86%
Sell2.86%
Strong sell0.00%
Strong buy
15
Buy
4
Hold
15
Sell
1
Strong sell
0
Target price forecast
Forecast dateSep 14, 2026
Forecast met57.3%
Stock price$248.56
Avg. target$314.8
High target$407
Low target$250
Avg. target
$314.8
High target
$407
Low target
$250
Analyst ratings
Strong buy
Buy
Hold
Sell
Strong sell
Source: S&P Global
This information is for reference only and is not investment advice.