MCD monthly performance report
Explore MCD's monthly returns, drawdown, and seasonality trends — updated every month.
MCD monthly report
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Key takeaways
- McDonald's (MCD) closed September 2026 at $248.24, down 5.81% for the month and −17.57% over the trailing 12 months.
- Year-to-date, MCD is −18.78%, underperforming the S&P 500 which has returned +11.70% YTD.
- The stock is trading −15.67% versus its 200-day moving average ($294.37), a cautious technical signal.
- Over the past three years, MCD has underperformed the S&P 500 by −82.31%, with a relative strength index reading of 52.1.
- Win rate over the trailing 39 months stands at 38.5% — 15 positive months versus 24 negative months.
McDonald's ended September 2026 at $248.24, posting a monthly return of −5.81%. The S&P 500 returned −0.70% over the same window, leaving relative performance at −5.11%.
The current quarter stands at −8.16% (Q3 2026 (QTD)), while medium-term trend remains soft: price is −15.67% versus the 200-day moving average ($294.37).
Year-to-date, MCD is −18.78% against SPY +11.70%, a gap of −30.48%. The stock is currently −27.36% below its 52-week high, with maximum 3-year drawdown at −27.22%.
| Period | MCD | S&P 500 (SPY) | Excess return |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Day | −0.10% | −0.12% | +0.02% |
| 1 Week | −1.70% | −0.34% | −1.36% |
| 1 Month | −5.81% | −0.70% | −5.11% |
| 3 Months | −13.78% | +2.80% | −16.58% |
| 6 Months | −23.96% | +13.85% | −37.81% |
| YTD | −18.78% | +11.70% | −30.48% |
| 12 Months | −17.57% | +15.01% | −32.58% |
| 3 Years | −10.62% | +71.69% | −82.31% |
| Rank | Month | Return |
|---|---|---|
| #1 | Aug 2024 | +8.76% |
| #2 | Feb 2026 | +8.27% |
| #3 | Nov 2023 | +7.50% |
| #4 | Feb 2025 | +6.80% |
| #5 | Sep 2024 | +5.49% |
| Rank | Month | Return |
|---|---|---|
| #1 | Mar 2026 | −8.88% |
| #2 | Jun 2025 | −6.91% |
| #3 | Sep 2023 | −6.30% |
| #4 | Sep 2026 | −5.81% |
| #5 | Apr 2026 | −5.53% |
| Quarter | Return |
|---|---|
| Q2 2025 | −6.47% |
| Q3 2025 | +4.01% |
| Q4 2025 | +0.57% |
| Q1 2026 | +1.69% |
| Q2 2026 | −13.02% |
| Q3 2026 (QTD) | −8.16% |
| Year | Return |
|---|---|
| 2023 | +12.51% |
| 2024 | −2.23% |
| 2025 | +5.43% |
| 2026 | −18.78% |
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| 52-Week High | $341.75 (2026-03-02) |
| 52-Week Low | $247.65 (2026-09-18) |
| Current Price | $248.24 |
| 200-Day Moving Average | $294.37 |
| Price vs 200DMA | −15.67% |
| 3-Year Maximum Drawdown | −27.22% (2026-09-18) |
| Current Drawdown from 52W High | −27.36% |
| RS metric | Value |
|---|---|
| RS Index (3-year, rebased to 100) | 52.1 |
| 3-Year Excess Return vs S&P 500 | −82.31% |
| RS Peak | 101 (Sep 2023) |
| RS Trough | 52 (Sep 2026) |
| Status | Underperforming Benchmark |
Frequently asked questions
What was MCD's return for this report period?
MCD returned −5.81% in the latest monthly window ending 2026-09-18.
Has MCD outperformed SPY year to date?
YTD MCD: −18.78% vs SPY: +11.70%.
What is MCD's 12-month return?
−17.57% over the trailing 12 months.
Is MCD above or below its 200-day moving average?
Price is −15.67% versus 200DMA ($294.37).
What is the maximum drawdown in the 3-year window?
−27.22% on 2026-09-18.