McDonald’s Stock (MCD): What to Know Before the Market Opens on Monday, Dec. 15, 2025
McDonald’s Corporation (NYSE: MCD) heads into the Monday, Dec. 15, 2025 U.S. market open with shares near the top of their 52‑week range, a dividend payment landing the same day, and fresh headlines about how the company plans to tighten “value” expectations across its global franchise system starting in 2026. MarketWatch+2PR Newswire+2 Below is what investors and traders are watching before the bell. MCD stock snapshot heading into 12/15 As of Friday’s close (Dec. 12), McDonald’s stock finished at $316.72, up 2.26% on the day, with trading volume around 3.8 million shares—above its recent average pace. MarketWatch Key reference points