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McDonald's Returns $81B to Shareholders Amid Market Risks

11/5/2025

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McDonald's (MCD) has returned $81 billion to shareholders over the past decade via dividends and buybacks, despite past declines including 47% during the Dot-Com crash and 36% during the COVID-19 pandemic.
The company reports 1.2% revenue growth and a 26.5% free cash flow margin.
Investors should note that McDonald's stock traded at a P/E of 25.5, while risks remain as stocks can fall even in favorable markets.

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Story summary

McDonald's (MCD) has returned $81 billion to shareholders over the past decade via dividends and buybacks, despite past declines including 47% during the Dot-Com crash and 36% during the COVID-19 pandemic.
The company reports 1.2% revenue growth and a 26.5% free cash flow margin.
Investors should note that McDonald's stock traded at a P/E of 25.5, while risks remain as stocks can fall even in favorable markets.