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McDonaldsinvestorshavent been lovin it in recent months.
The company missed analyst estimates on the top and bottom lines.
Sales growth was flat, underperforming inflation, and profits were flat as well.
An E. coli outbreak affecting the companys U.S. onions certainly didnt help its domestic numbers.
In fact, U.S. sales slumped in the fourth quarter of 2024.
As for the management teams explanation, it noted downward consumer spending and growing financial pressure among lower-income families.
Plus, according toYahoo Finance, McDonalds stock underperformed in 2024.
Along similar lines, the company will bring back Snack Wraps to its U.S. menu.
Its also doubling down on chicken in general and addingnew chicken stripsto the menu.
It celebrates the 50th anniversary of its breakfast menu in 2025.
McDonalds expects to recover from the E. coli outbreak by the second quarter, Bowman said.
None urge selling the stock currently.
Its actually one of my favorite long-term stocks.
Lucas Barcelo, investor and founder ofThrivin, also sees reasons to like McDonalds long term.
Honestly, Im cautiously optimistic about Mickey Ds bouncing back.
They somehow always manage to overcome adversity.
Bowman is abstaining from new share purchases as well.
At that price, I find the stock uncompelling for 2025.
Its too expensive given the lack of momentum and thechallenging macroeconomic environment, he explained.
Id also like evidence that the McValue strategy is paying off before buying into it.
Investors hoping for a Happy Meal from their stock picks should look elsewhere instead.
Will McDonalds right the ship in 2025?
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