Form 10-Q · Quarterly report
McDonald's 10-Q, filed Aug 7, 2026
- Filed
- CIK
- 0000063908
- Accession no.
- 0000063908-26-000073
Summary
McDonald's reported second-quarter and first-half 2026 results, with global comparable sales up 1.3% for the quarter and 2.5% for six months, consolidated revenues up 4% for the quarter, and systemwide sales up 5%, while noting U.S. comparable sales rose 0.8% on positive check growth offset by lower guest counts. The company also described McDonald's > NEXT, a strategy introduced in June 2026 to follow its Accelerating the Arches plan, built on Menu, Consumer, Restaurant and People pillars, including AI-enabled restaurant operating systems.
Key points
- Global comparable sales increased 1.3% in the quarter and 2.5% over six months; U.S. comparable sales rose 0.8% and 2.3% respectively, driven by check growth partly offset by negative guest counts.
- Consolidated revenues increased 4% (2% in constant currencies) for the quarter and 6% (3% in constant currencies) for six months; systemwide sales rose 5% (4% in constant currencies) for the quarter.
- International Operated Markets comparable sales rose 1.5% in the quarter, led by Germany, Australia and the U.K. and partly offset by France; International Developmental Licensed Markets rose 1.9%, led by Japan and partly offset by negative comparable sales in China.
- Of 46,028 McDonald's restaurants at June 30, 2026, approximately 95% were franchised; the company introduced the McDonald's > NEXT strategy in June 2026.
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From the filing
Item 2. Management’s Discussion Overview The Company franchises and owns and operates McDonald's restaurants, which serve a locally relevant menu of quality food and beverages in communities across more than 100 countries. Of the 46,028 McDonald's restaurants at June 30, 2026, approximately 95% were franchised. The Company's reporting segments are aligned with its strategic priorities and reflect how management reviews and evaluates operating performance. Significant reportable segments include the United States ("U.S.") and International Operated Markets. …
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