Updated December 2, 2025 As December trading gets underway, McDonald’s Corporation (NYSE: MCD) remains one of the market’s core defensive, dividend-paying blue chips — but not a screaming bargain. Shares recently closed at $300.72, down about 0.9% on the day, leaving the company with a market value a little above $210–220 billion. Investing.com At this level, investors are weighing a fresh dividend increase, holiday promotions such as the new “Grinch Meal,” steady (but not explosive) earnings growth and expanding AI investments against headwinds from squeezed low‑income consumers and a valuation many analysts describe as “full.” Convenience+3PR Newswire+3Reuters+3 Key takeaways for