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Wall Street Analysts Think McDonald's (MCD) Is a Good Investment: Is It?
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According to the average brokerage recommendation (ABR), one should invest in McDonald's (MCD). It is debatable whether this highly sought-after metric is effective because Wall Street analysts' recommendations tend to be overly optimistic. Would it be worth investing in the stock?
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Menu innovation, strong loyalty program and increased digitalization drive Yum China's (YUMC) growth.
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Starbucks (SBUX) benefits from robust North America comps growth, expansion efforts and menu innovation.
BJ's Restaurants (BJRI) Banks on Digital Efforts, Hurt by Costs
by Zacks Equity Research
BJ's Restaurants' (BJRI) emphasizes on the expansion of the remodel program to drive growth. However, higher inflationary costs are a headwind.
Analysts Estimate Brinker International (EAT) to Report a Decline in Earnings: What to Look Out for
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Brinker International (EAT) doesn't possess the right combination of the two key ingredients for a likely earnings beat in its upcoming report. Get prepared with the key expectations.
McDonald's (MCD) to Post Q4 Earnings: What's in the Offing?
by Zacks Equity Research
McDonald's (MCD) fourth-quarter 2022 top line is likely to have negatively impacted by decline in international operated markets revenues.
Inflation is Cooling: 3 Stocks to Buy for Disinflation
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Following periods of high inflation, disinflation is the result of normalizing inflationary pressures
McDonald's (MCD) Reports Next Week: Wall Street Expects Earnings Growth
by Zacks Equity Research
McDonald's (MCD) doesn't possess the right combination of the two key ingredients for a likely earnings beat in its upcoming report. Get prepared with the key expectations.
McDonald's (MCD) Gains But Lags Market: What You Should Know
by Zacks Equity Research
McDonald's (MCD) closed at $269.29 in the latest trading session, marking a +0.26% move from the prior day.
Here's Why You Should Retain Restaurant Brands (QSR) Stock
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Restaurant Brands (QSR) focuses on strategic investments to increase its media firepower, grow traffic and amplify fundamental improvements. However, inflationary pressures are a concern.
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Fastenal (FAST) Shares Down Despite Q4 Earnings & Revenue Beat
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Fastenal (FAST) reports higher Q4 earnings and revenues on the back of strong demand in markets tied to industrial capital goods and commodities amid inflationary woes.
Fastenal (FAST) Hikes Dividend by 13% to Reward Investors
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Fastenal (FAST) keeps impressing investors with regular dividend increases.
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Darden Restaurants (DRI) benefits from robust off-premise sales, efforts to attract guests at LongHorn and other units as well as other sales-building efforts.
McDonald's (MCD) Gains From Innovation & Expansion Efforts
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Menu innovation, digitalization, loyalty program and expansion efforts aid McDonald's (MCD).
Starbucks (SBUX) Expands U.S. Delivery With DoorDash Tie-up
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Starbucks (SBUX) and DoorDash anticipate nationwide store coverage in 50 states by March 2023.
McDonald's (MCD) Gains As Market Dips: What You Should Know
by Zacks Equity Research
McDonald's (MCD) closed the most recent trading day at $274.11, moving +1.94% from the previous trading session.
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McDonald's (MCD) Is Considered a Good Investment by Brokers: Is That True?
by Zacks Equity Research
The average brokerage recommendation (ABR) for McDonald's (MCD) is equivalent to a Buy. The overly optimistic recommendations of Wall Street analysts make the effectiveness of this highly sought-after metric questionable. So, is it worth buying the stock?
Time to Buy These Popular Retail Restaurant Stocks?
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With these popular retail restaurants already providing a hedge against inflation over the last year, a stronger consumer could help their stocks rally.