MCD · 8-K · 20260804PR000067

Geographic Market Commentary

MCDONALDS CORP · 2026-08-04 · Importance 22 · Surprise 32

Most International Operated Markets posted positive comparable sales, led by Germany, Australia and the U.K. France partly offset performance in that segment. All geographic regions in International Developmental Licensed Markets recorded positive comparable sales, led by Japan, while China reported negative comparable sales. The U.S. delivered positive comparable sales but experienced negative comparable guest counts.

Key facts

• Most International Operated Markets reflected positive comparable sales, led by Germany, Australia and the U.K., partly offset by France. source
• International Developmental Licensed Markets' positive comparable sales were led by Japan, with all geographic regions reflecting positive comparable sales, partly offset by negative comparable sales in China. source
• McDonald’s has over 45,000 locations in over 100 countries. source
• Approximately 95% of McDonald’s restaurants worldwide are owned and operated by independent local business owners. source