Stock Analysis on Net

McDonald’s Corp. (NYSE:MCD)

$24.99

Total Asset Turnover
since 2005

Microsoft Excel

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McDonald’s Corp., total asset turnover, long-term trends, calculation

Microsoft Excel

Based on: 10-K (reporting date: 2025-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2024-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2023-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2022-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2021-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2020-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2019-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2018-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2017-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2016-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2015-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2014-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2013-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2012-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2011-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2010-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2009-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2008-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2007-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2006-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2005-12-31).

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The total asset turnover ratio for the period examined demonstrates fluctuations over time. Initially, an increasing trend is observed, followed by periods of relative stability and then a significant decline. This analysis details these patterns and potential implications.

Initial Increasing Trend (2005-2008)
From 2005 to 2008, the total asset turnover ratio exhibited a consistent upward trend, increasing from 0.68 to 0.83. This suggests that the company was becoming increasingly efficient in utilizing its assets to generate revenue during this period. Each dollar of assets was generating a greater amount of sales.
Period of Fluctuations (2009-2014)
Following 2008, the ratio experienced more volatility. It decreased to 0.75 in 2009, remained relatively stable at 0.75 in 2010, then increased to 0.82 in 2011 before declining to 0.77 and 0.78 in 2012 and 2013 respectively. A slight increase to 0.80 was noted in 2014. This period indicates a less consistent pattern of asset utilization compared to the prior three years.
Decline and Low Points (2015-2019)
A notable downward trend began in 2015, with the ratio falling to 0.67. This decline continued through 2019, reaching a low of 0.44. This indicates a significant decrease in the efficiency of asset utilization. The company was generating less revenue for each dollar of assets held. The substantial increase in total assets in 2019, without a corresponding increase in revenue, contributed to this decline.
Recent Performance (2020-2025)
From 2020 to 2025, the ratio remained relatively low, fluctuating between 0.36 and 0.47. While there was a slight improvement from 0.36 in 2020 to 0.47 in 2023, the levels remained considerably below those observed in the earlier part of the analyzed period. The ratio concluded the period at 0.45 in 2025, indicating continued, though relatively stable, lower asset utilization efficiency.

Overall, the trend suggests a deterioration in the company’s ability to generate sales from its asset base, particularly after 2014. The significant decline in the ratio from 2015 onwards warrants further investigation to understand the underlying causes, such as changes in business strategy, asset composition, or industry dynamics.


Comparison to Competitors

McDonald’s Corp., total asset turnover, long-term trends, comparison to competitors

Microsoft Excel

Based on: 10-K (reporting date: 2025-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2024-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2023-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2022-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2021-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2020-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2019-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2018-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2017-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2016-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2015-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2014-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2013-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2012-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2011-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2010-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2009-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2008-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2007-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2006-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2005-12-31).


Comparison to Sector (Consumer Services)


Comparison to Industry (Consumer Discretionary)

McDonald’s Corp., total asset turnover, long-term trends, comparison to industry (consumer discretionary)

Microsoft Excel

Based on: 10-K (reporting date: 2025-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2024-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2023-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2022-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2021-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2020-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2019-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2018-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2017-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2016-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2015-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2014-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2013-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2012-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2011-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2010-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2009-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2008-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2007-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2006-12-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2005-12-31).