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Investing.com -- McDonald’s stock fell premarket Thursday after it reported first-quarter 2025 results that fell short of analyst expectations. The fast-food giant faced challenges in its key U.S. market amid economic uncertainty.
MCD shares are down more than 2% premarket.
The company posted adjusted earnings per share of $2.60, missing the analyst consensus of $2.69. Revenue came in at $5.96 billion, below estimates of $6.15 billion and down 3% YoY. Global comparable sales decreased 1.0%, though the company noted sales were essentially flat when excluding the impact of Leap Day in the prior year.
U.S. comparable sales declined 3.6%, driven by negative guest counts. International Operated Markets saw a 1.0% decrease, while International Developmental Licensed Markets grew 3.5%.
"Consumers today are grappling with uncertainty, but they can always count on McDonald’s (NYSE:MCD) for both exciting new menu items and delicious favorites for exceptional value, from a brand they love," said Chairman and CEO Chris Kempczinski.
The company reported systemwide sales to loyalty members across 60 markets reached approximately $8 billion for the quarter and over $31 billion for the trailing twelve months.
McDonald’s results were impacted by $66 million in pre-tax charges, primarily related to restructuring efforts. Excluding these charges, adjusted EPS was $2.67.
Despite the earnings miss, McDonald’s emphasized its long-term strengths. "McDonald’s has a 70-year legacy of innovation, leadership, and proven agility, all of which give us confidence in our ability to navigate even the toughest of market conditions and gain market share," Kempczinski added.