11 Best Consumer Cyclical Stocks to Buy According to Hedge Funds

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5. McDonald’s Corporation (NYSE:MCD)

Number of Hedge Fund Holders: 78

McDonald’s Corporation (NYSE:MCD) is one of the Best Consumer Cyclical Stocks to Buy According to Hedge Funds. On August 22, Stifel analyst Chris O’Cull lifted the price target on the company’s stock to $315 from $300, while keeping a “Hold” rating. As per the analyst, assessing the impact of McDonald’s Corporation (NYSE:MCD) reportedly agreeing with franchisees to reduce the prices on several combo meals remains complex as a result of regional price differences as well as varying consumer perceptions. That being said, the company needs to drive awareness with its promising second-half promotional lineup, added the firm’s analyst.

McDonald’s Corporation (NYSE:MCD)’s 6% global systemwide sales growth in Q2 2025 highlights the power of compelling value, healthy marketing, as well as menu innovation. The global comparable sales rose 3.8%, with broad-based growth throughout segments. McDonald’s Corporation (NYSE:MCD)’s systemwide sales to loyalty members across 60 loyalty markets came in at ~$33 billion for the trailing twelve-month period and ~$9 billion for Q2 2025.

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