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Mar 31, 2023

McDonald's Q1 2023 Earnings Report

McDonald's reported strong Q1 2023 results with comparable sales increasing by 12.6% and diluted earnings per share rising by 66%.

Key Takeaways

McDonald's Corporation announced strong first quarter 2023 results, with global comparable sales up 12.6% and consolidated revenues increasing by 4%. The company's performance reflects the success of its 'Accelerating the Arches' strategy and a focus on operational excellence.

Global comparable sales increased by 12.6%, driven by strategic menu price increases and positive traffic growth.

Consolidated revenues increased by 4% (8% in constant currencies).

Diluted earnings per share increased by 66% to $2.45.

Digital Systemwide sales in the top six markets reached nearly $7.5 billion, representing almost 40% of their Systemwide sales.

Total Revenue
$5.9B
Previous year: $5.67B
+4.1%
EPS
$2.63
Previous year: $2.28
+15.4%
Global Comp Sales Growth
12.6%
Previous year: 11.8%
+6.8%
Gross Profit
$3.31B
Previous year: $3.05B
+8.6%
Cash and Equivalents
$3.71B
Previous year: $2.34B
+58.8%
Free Cash Flow
$1.92B
Previous year: $1.73B
+10.7%
Total Assets
$52B
Previous year: $50.9B
+2.2%

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Forward Guidance

This release contains certain forward-looking statements, which reflect management's expectations regarding future events and operating performance and speak only as of the date hereof. These forward-looking statements involve a number of risks and uncertainties.

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