McDonald's (MCD) Q4 Income Advances 6.2% to $2.9B

McDonald's Corporation (MCD) reported fourth-quarter net income of $2.9 billion, up 6.2% from $2.73 billion in the same period of 2025, driven by higher sales and improved pricing. The stock closed at $242.13 on February 11, 2026, reflecting positive earnings sentiment. Revenue for the quarter reached $14.6 billion, a 3.1% increase year-over-year. CEO Chris Koch attributed the gains to operational efficiencies and a strong global rollout of new menu items, with no significant changes to the board or management during the quarter.