MCD vs. SBUX: Which Payout Will Still Be Growing in 20 Years?

Quick Read MCD yields 2.89% with rock-solid EPS coverage while SBUX's $2.13 EPS falls short of its $2.48 annualized payout, requiring a turnaround to close the gap. McDonald's 95% franchised model produces 46.9% operating margins versus Starbucks' 4.99% net margin from company-operated stores still mid-restructuring. MCD trades at a rare 18x forward PE with a 0.41 beta after a 15% year-to-date pullback, while SBUX commands a steep 31x forward multiple for turnaround optionality. Just released. Our analysts combed the entire stock market and named the ten best stocks to buy right now, and McDonald's didn't make the cut. Enter your email to see the names that beat MCD. The report is free. Enter your email and see if any of your stocks made the cut.