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Valued at a market cap of $217.2 billion, McDonald's Corporation (MCD) is a global leader in the quick-service restaurant industry. The company operates and franchises restaurants under the McDonald’s brand, offering a variety of food and beverages across the U.S. and international markets.
Shares of the Chicago, Illinois-based company have underperformed the broader market over the past 52 weeks. MCD stock has returned 13.6% over this time frame, while the broader S&P 500 Index ($SPX) has rallied 19.3%. Moreover, shares of McDonald's are up nearly 5% on a YTD basis, compared to SPX’s 8.4% gain.
