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McDonald's Corporation (MCD) EV/EBITDA Ratio: 17.18x

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Is McDonald's Corporation’s EV/EBITDA ratio high or low?

McDonald's Corporation's EV/EBITDA ratio of 17.18x is 13% below its 5-year average of 19.80x, near the low end of its 5-year range (16.24x–24.35x).

The EV/EBITDA ratio for McDonald's Corporation (MCD) is 17.18x as of Wednesday, June 10, 2026. It is below its 12-month average by 9.11% (18.90x).

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MCD EV/EBITDA Ratio Chart

MCD EV/EBITDA Ratio
17.18x-10.75% 1Y
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MCD Average EV/EBITDA Ratio Chart

MCD Current vs Average EV/EBITDA Ratio Chart

MCD EV/EBITDA Ratio Metrics

EV/EBITDA RATIO

17.18x

EV/EBITDA RATIO AVG TTM

18.90x

EV/EBITDA RATIO AVG 3Y

18.93x

EV/EBITDA RATIO AVG 5Y

19.80x

EV/EBITDA RATIO AVG 10Y

18.55x

EV/EBITDA RATIO AVG 15Y

16.15x

EV/EBITDA RATIO AVG 20Y

14.87x

CURRENT VS TTM AVG

-9.11%

CURRENT VS 3Y AVG

-9.26%

CURRENT VS 5Y AVG

-13.22%

CURRENT VS 10Y AVG

-7.39%

CURRENT VS 15Y AVG

+6.41%

CURRENT VS 20Y AVG

+15.53%

MCD Competitors' EV/EBITDA Ratio

NAMEMARKET CAPEV/EBITDA RATIOTTM3Y5Y
McDonald's Corporation (MCD)—17.18x18.90x18.93x19.80x
The TJX Companies, Inc. (TJX)$184.59B22.68x21.68x19.65x19.28x
Alibaba Group Holding Limited (BABA)$271.17B14.27x15.69x12.09x13.58x
Booking Holdings Inc. (BKNG)$124.69B13.73x18.04x17.75x25.33x
Lowe's Companies, Inc. (LOW)$120.69B14.11x14.24x13.62x13.16x
Starbucks Corporation (SBUX)$112.74B25.33x23.24x19.72x20.58x
Marriott International, Inc. (MAR)$101.90B26.14x21.67x20.00x29.46x
The Home Depot, Inc. (HD)$318.93B16.22x16.83x16.34x15.67x
MercadoLibre, Inc. (MELI)$81.30B26.85x32.87x34.87x56.34x
Hilton Worldwide Holdings Inc. (HLT)$76.74B30.17x29.37x26.87x40.49x

EV/EBITDA vs. its own history

At 17.2, EV/EBITDA is richer than usual — richer than 66% of its 20-year range.

20-year low

7.9

median

14.3

20-year high

24.7

cheaperricher

Understanding EV/EBITDA

Enterprise Value (EV) = Market Cap + Total Debt - Cash

EBITDA = Earnings Before Interest, Taxes, Depreciation & Amortization

EV/EBITDA is commonly used for comparing companies because:

  • It accounts for debt levels (capital structure neutral)
  • It removes effects of different depreciation policies
  • It can be compared across countries with different tax rates
  • It can remain available when net income is negative, if EBITDA is positive

McDonald's Corporation EV/EBITDA Ratio Formula & Definition

EV/EBITDA = Enterprise Value / EBITDA (TTM)

Enterprise value to EBITDA is a capital-structure-neutral valuation multiple, useful for comparing companies with different debt levels and tax rates.

Expanded definitions: Investopedia, Wikipedia, Corporate Finance Institute

McDonald's Corporation EV/EBITDA Ratio FAQ

What is the EV/EBITDA ratio for McDonald's Corporation (MCD)?
The EV/EBITDA ratio for MCD stock is 17.18x.
Is McDonald's Corporation's EV/EBITDA ratio high or low?
McDonald's Corporation's EV/EBITDA ratio of 17.18x is 13% below its 5-year average of 19.80x, near the low end of its 5-year range (16.24x–24.35x).
What is the TTM average EV/EBITDA ratio for McDonald's Corporation (MCD)?
The TTM average EV/EBITDA ratio for MCD stock is 18.90x.
What is the 3Y average EV/EBITDA ratio for McDonald's Corporation (MCD)?
The 3Y average EV/EBITDA ratio for MCD stock is 18.93x.
What is the 5Y average EV/EBITDA ratio for McDonald's Corporation (MCD)?
The 5Y average EV/EBITDA ratio for MCD stock is 19.80x.
What is the 10Y average EV/EBITDA ratio for McDonald's Corporation (MCD)?
The 10Y average EV/EBITDA ratio for MCD stock is 18.55x.
What is the 15Y average EV/EBITDA ratio for McDonald's Corporation (MCD)?
The 15Y average EV/EBITDA ratio for MCD stock is 16.15x.
What is the 20Y average EV/EBITDA ratio for McDonald's Corporation (MCD)?
The 20Y average EV/EBITDA ratio for MCD stock is 14.87x.

McDonald's Corporation EV/EBITDA Ratio History

DATEEV/EBITDA RATIO
2026-06-1017.18x
2026-06-0917.10x
2026-06-0816.88x
2026-06-0516.98x
2026-06-0416.64x
2026-06-0316.67x
2026-06-0216.82x
2026-06-0116.81x
2026-05-2916.95x
2026-05-2816.89x
2026-05-2717.04x
2026-05-2616.96x
2026-05-2217.10x
2026-05-2117.19x
2026-05-2017.00x
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2026-05-1817.11x
2026-05-1516.82x
2026-05-1416.75x
2026-05-1316.79x
2026-05-1216.74x
2026-05-1116.73x
2026-05-0816.79x
2026-05-0717.17x
2026-05-0617.55x
2026-05-0517.61x
2026-05-0417.55x
2026-05-0117.68x
2026-04-3018.02x
2026-04-2917.85x
2026-04-2817.96x
2026-04-2717.85x
2026-04-2418.30x
2026-04-2318.45x
2026-04-2218.33x
2026-04-2118.42x
2026-04-2018.67x
2026-04-1718.88x
2026-04-1618.67x
2026-04-1518.64x
2026-04-1418.49x
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2026-04-1018.61x
2026-04-0918.80x
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2026-04-0618.81x
2026-04-0218.68x
2026-04-0118.69x
2026-03-3118.86x
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2026-03-2618.77x
2026-03-2518.90x
2026-03-2418.71x
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2026-03-2018.76x
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About McDonald's Corporation

McDonald's Corporation operates and licenses its renowned fast-food chain worldwide, with a significant presence in both the United States and international markets. Their comprehensive menu offers classic items like hamburgers and cheeseburgers, a variety of chicken options including sandwiches and nuggets, alongside lighter choices such as wraps, french fries, and salads. For breakfast, patrons can select from offerings like biscuit and bagel sandwiches, breakfast burritos, and hotcakes. Additionally, the company provides oatmeal, an assortment of desserts including milkshakes, sundaes, and soft-serve ice cream, plus a selection of baked goods. A wide array of soft drinks, coffee, and other beverages completes their offering. By December 31, 2021, the corporation's global network encompassed 40,031 establishments. McDonald's Corporation, founded in 1940, has its main corporate office located in Chicago, Illinois.

Chicago, IL
150,000 employees
www.mcdonalds.com
Consumer Cyclical / Restaurants
Sector
Consumer Cyclical
Industry
Restaurants
CEO
Christopher J. Kempczinski
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