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 November 2026 at $271.97, up 5.37% for the month and −11.58% over the trailing 12 months.
- Year-to-date, MCD is −11.01%, underperforming the S&P 500 which has returned +10.62% YTD.
- The stock is trading −3.43% versus its 200-day moving average ($281.63), a cautious technical signal.
- Over the past three years, MCD has underperformed the S&P 500 by −70.34%, with a relative strength index reading of 59.
- Win rate over the trailing 39 months stands at 43.6% — 17 positive months versus 22 negative months.
McDonald's ended November 2026 at $271.97, posting a monthly return of +5.37%. The S&P 500 returned −0.18% over the same window, leaving relative performance at +5.54%.
The current quarter stands at +17.77% (Q4 2026 (QTD)), while medium-term trend remains soft: price is −3.43% versus the 200-day moving average ($281.63).
Year-to-date, MCD is −11.01% against SPY +10.62%, a gap of −21.64%. The stock is currently −20.42% below its 52-week high, with maximum 3-year drawdown at −32.31%.
| Period | MCD | S&P 500 (SPY) | Excess return |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Day | −0.61% | −0.36% | −0.24% |
| 1 Week | −1.65% | +2.59% | −4.24% |
| 1 Month | +5.37% | −0.18% | +5.54% |
| 3 Months | +2.43% | −2.37% | +4.79% |
| 6 Months | −1.09% | +0.83% | −1.92% |
| YTD | −11.01% | +10.62% | −21.64% |
| 12 Months | −11.58% | +12.25% | −23.83% |
| 3 Years | +1.03% | +71.37% | −70.34% |
| Rank | Month | Return |
|---|---|---|
| #1 | Oct 2026 | +11.77% |
| #2 | Aug 2024 | +8.76% |
| #3 | Feb 2026 | +8.27% |
| #4 | Nov 2023 | +7.50% |
| #5 | Feb 2025 | +6.80% |
| Rank | Month | Return |
|---|---|---|
| #1 | Sep 2026 | −12.37% |
| #2 | Mar 2026 | −8.88% |
| #3 | Jun 2025 | −6.91% |
| #4 | Sep 2023 | −6.30% |
| #5 | Apr 2026 | −5.53% |
| Quarter | Return |
|---|---|
| Q3 2025 | +4.01% |
| Q4 2025 | +0.57% |
| Q1 2026 | +1.69% |
| Q2 2026 | −13.02% |
| Q3 2026 | −14.56% |
| Q4 2026 (QTD) | +17.77% |
| Year | Return |
|---|---|
| 2023 | +12.51% |
| 2024 | −2.23% |
| 2025 | +5.43% |
| 2026 | −11.01% |
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| 52-Week High | $341.75 (2026-03-02) |
| 52-Week Low | $229.20 (2026-10-05) |
| Current Price | $271.97 |
| 200-Day Moving Average | $281.63 |
| Price vs 200DMA | −3.43% |
| 3-Year Maximum Drawdown | −32.31% (2026-10-07) |
| Current Drawdown from 52W High | −20.42% |
| RS metric | Value |
|---|---|
| RS Index (3-year, rebased to 100) | 59 |
| 3-Year Excess Return vs S&P 500 | −70.34% |
| RS Peak | 103.1 (Dec 2023) |
| RS Trough | 48.6 (Oct 2026) |
| Status | Underperforming Benchmark |
Frequently asked questions
What was MCD's return for this report period?
MCD returned +5.37% in the latest monthly window ending 2026-11-13.
Has MCD outperformed SPY year to date?
YTD MCD: −11.01% vs SPY: +10.62%.
What is MCD's 12-month return?
−11.58% over the trailing 12 months.
Is MCD above or below its 200-day moving average?
Price is −3.43% versus 200DMA ($281.63).
What is the maximum drawdown in the 3-year window?
−32.31% on 2026-10-07.