McDonald's Corp.
Industry Group: Consumer Services
Country/Region: United States of America
Identifier: NYS:MCD
McDonald’s is the largest restaurant owner-operator in the world, with 2022 system sales of $116 billion (by our estimates) across more than 40,000 stores and 115 markets. McDonald’s pioneered the franchise model, building its footprint through partnerships with independent restaurant franchisees and master franchise partners around the globe. The firm earns nearly 60% of its revenue from franchise royalty fees and lease payments, with most of the remainder coming from company-operated stores across its three core segments: the United States, internationally operated markets, and international developmental/licensed markets.
ESG Risk Rating
Ranking
Industry Group (1st = lowest risk)
Consumer Services 237 out of 502
Universe
Global Universe 8049 out of 15620
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Industry Comparison
| Company | ESG Risk Rating | Industry Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Yum! Brands, Inc. |
20.1
Medium
|
160 out of 502 |
| Compass Group Plc |
20.1
Medium
|
161 out of 502 |
| Chipotle Mexican Grill, Inc. |
20.7
Medium
|
167 out of 502 |
| Starbucks Corp. |
24.7
Medium
|
222 out of 502 |
| McDonald's Corp. |
25.7
Medium
|
237 out of 502 |
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Controversy Rating
Highest Controversy level that has impacted McDonald's Corp.'s ESG Risk Rating in the last three years
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