Pasadena Star News

Q3 Earnings Highs And Lows: McDonald's (NYSE:MCD) Vs The Rest Of The Traditional Fast Food Stocks

Topics Stocks

January 21, 2026

As the craze of earnings season draws to a close, here’s a look back at some of the most exciting (and some less so) results from Q3. Today, we are looking at traditional fast food stocks, starting...

They haven't performed well in recent years, but don't let that scare you away.

2 Fintech Stocks to Buy Hand Over Fist in 2026 and Hold for 10 Years ↗

January 20, 2026

Jack In The Box Is Shrinking To Survive: Store Closures, A Del Taco Exit And A High-Stakes Reset ↗

McDonald’s Defies A Brutal Restaurant Cycle — But 2026 Won’t Be Easy ↗

January 13, 2026

Via Stocktwits

December 26, 2025

Via Stocktwits

2 Dow Jones Stocks Worth Investigating and 1 We Question

January 19, 2026

The Dow Jones (^DJI) is made up of 30 of the most established and influential companies in the market. But even blue-chip stocks can struggle - some are dealing with slowing growth, outdated business...

Analysts are continuing to raise their price targets for McDonald's stock ahead of the company's earnings announcement. In addition, shorting out-of-the-money (OTM) puts is a great way to set a lower...

Topics Stocks

McDonald's Is Worth Even More, Say Analysts - MCD Stock Looks Cheap Ahead of Earnings

January 16, 2026

Via Barchart.com

The Ultimate Growth Stock to Buy With $1,000 Right Now ↗

January 16, 2026

It's a coffee name, but not the one you might expect to be recommended.

The stocks have been raising their payouts for years and have solid underlying businesses.

These 3 Blue Chip Dividend Stocks Are Trading Near Their 52-Week Lows ↗

January 15, 2026

Warren Buffett Stepped Down, but His Timeless Investment Advice Can Help You Build Wealth for Years to Come ↗

January 14, 2026

Warren Buffett used a simple long-term investment strategy to turn Berkshire Hathaway into a trillion-dollar conglomerate.

McDonald's shares lagged in 2025, but the company could be months away from a milestone that barely 1 in 1,000 companies hit.

Topics ETFs

McDonald's Was Left Behind in 2025's Rally: Are Shares a Buy? ↗

January 13, 2026

Since July 2025, McDonald's has been in a holding pattern, posting a small return of 1.5% while floating around $306.50. The stock also fell short of the S&P 500’s 11.1% gain during that period.

Topics ETFs Earnings

McDonald's (MCD): Buy, Sell, or Hold Post Q3 Earnings?

January 12, 2026

WASHINGTON D.C. — The global financial order was pushed to the brink this morning, January 12, 2026, as the U.S. dollar plummeted following an unprecedented legal assault by the Department of Justice...

Topics Stocks

US Dollar Plummets as DOJ Inquiry into Federal Reserve Sparks Constitutional Crisis

January 12, 2026

Consolidation in the Skies and Storms in the Shack: A Tale of Two Consumer Discretionary Giants

Topics Bonds Economy Government

January 12, 2026

The consumer discretionary sector witnessed a dramatic start to the week as two industry stalwarts, Sun Country Airlines and Shake Shack, moved in sharply opposite directions. On January 12, 2026, the...

A company that generates cash isn’t automatically a winner. Some businesses stockpile cash but fail to reinvest wisely, limiting their ability to expand.

Topics Immigration World Trade

2 Cash-Producing Stocks with Exciting Potential and 1 We Ignore

January 11, 2026

Stability is great, but low-volatility stocks may struggle to deliver market-beating returns over time as they sometimes underperform during bull markets.

1 Safe-and-Steady Stock with Exciting Potential and 2 Facing Challenges

January 08, 2026

All It Takes Is $40,000 Invested in This Dow Dividend Stock to Help Generate $1,000 in Passive Income in 2026 ↗

January 07, 2026

Dividend-paying value stocks can add diversification to a growth-oriented stock portfolio.

It's not too late to reshape and optimize your portfolio for what could be a very different market environment than last year's.

Topics Artificial Intelligence Stocks

The Smartest Dividend Stocks to Buy With $3,000 Right Now ↗

January 07, 2026

Chili’s Bet It Could Do ‘Value Meals’ Better Than McD & Wendy’s — Its Stock Shows It Was Right ↗

January 02, 2026

A revamp at Chili’s has helped Brinker outpace the broader slowdown in the restaurant industry and drive traffic up.

Via Stocktwits

Dow Dips 250 Points in Year-End Sell-Off as AI Fatigue and Commodity Volatility Rattle Markets

December 29, 2025

On Monday, December 29, 2025, the Dow Jones Industrial Average (DJIA) retreated from its recent record-high territory, sliding nearly 250 points in a session defined by thin holiday volume and a sudden...

The Wingstop Pivot: Why Wall Street Sees an Inflection Point in the "Flavor Brand" After a Volatile 2025

Topics Artificial Intelligence Economy Stocks

December 29, 2025

As the final trading days of 2025 wind down, Wingstop Inc. (NASDAQ: WING) finds itself at a critical crossroads that many analysts are calling a definitive "inflection point." After a year defined by...

As the final week of 2025 unfolds, the floor of the New York Stock Exchange and the digital order books of the Nasdaq are characterized by an eerie, holiday-shortened quiet. While the "Santa Claus...

Topics Artificial Intelligence Economy

Holiday Hush: Low Volume and High Volatility Grip Markets in Final 2025 Push

December 29, 2025

Disney agreed to let its characters be used in OpenAI's Sora videos. Is this a visionary move, or is Disney giving away its IP to AI?

Topics Artificial Intelligence Economy Stocks

Did Disney Win or Lose the OpenAI Deal? ↗

December 29, 2025

Today’s Date: December 26, 2025 Introduction As 2025 draws to a close, Shake Shack Inc. (NYSE: SHAK) stands at a pivotal crossroads in its corporate evolution. Once a cult-favorite hot dog cart in...

Topics Artificial Intelligence

Fine Casual at Scale: The 2025 Strategic Outlook for Shake Shack (SHAK)

December 26, 2025

Via PredictStreet

Topics Artificial Intelligence Economy Initial Public Offering

McDonald's Corp (NYSE:MCD): A Dividend Dependability Screen's Prime Example ↗

December 25, 2025

McDonald's offers a reliable and growing dividend, backed by strong profitability, a global brand, and a stable franchise model for long-term income investors.

Via Chartmill

The Rancher’s Paradox: U.S. Cattle Producers Squeezed as Market Volatility and Import Surges End the Golden Era

December 24, 2025

As the winter of 2025 settles across the American Heartland, the U.S. cattle industry finds itself in the grip of a jarring economic disconnect. Despite consumers paying record-high prices at the...

The 2026 Profit Gauntlet: Why Starbucks, Chipotle, and Dollar Tree Face a High-Stakes Year

Topics Economy Emissions World Trade

December 23, 2025

As 2025 draws to a close, the American consumer landscape is defined by a paradox of resilient spending and extreme selectivity. While the broader economy has dodged a hard landing, the "inflation...

While strong cash flow is a key indicator of stability, it doesn’t always translate to superior returns. Some cash-heavy businesses struggle with inefficient spending, slowing demand, or weak...

Topics Artificial Intelligence Economy World Trade

3 Emerging Market Stocks to Buy and Hold for 2026 ↗

December 23, 2025

Via MarketBeat

1 Cash-Producing Stock with Competitive Advantages and 2 Facing Challenges

December 22, 2025

The Great Divergence: Wall Street Hits Record Highs as Main Street Grapples with 2025’s Affordability Crisis

Topics Artificial Intelligence

December 22, 2025

As the clock winds down on 2025, the United States economy presents a jarring paradox that has left economists and everyday citizens at odds. On one hand, the "soft landing" long promised by the...