McDonald’s Corporation (MCD)

Financial leverage ratio

		Dec 31, 2024	Dec 31, 2023	Dec 31, 2022	Dec 31, 2021	Dec 31, 2020
Total assets	US$ in thousands	55,182,000	56,147,000	50,435,600	53,854,300	52,626,800
Total stockholders’ equity	US$ in thousands	-3,797,000	-4,707,000	-6,003,000	-4,601,000	-7,824,900
Financial leverage ratio		—	—	—	—	—

December 31, 2024 calculation

Financial leverage ratio = Total assets ÷ Total stockholders’ equity
= $55,182,000K ÷ $-3,797,000K
= —

Based on the provided data for McDonald’s Corporation, the financial leverage ratio for the years 2020 through 2024 is not available ("\u2014"). The financial leverage ratio is a measure of the company’s use of debt to finance its operations and investments. Without the specific ratio values for these years, it is challenging to assess the extent to which McDonald’s has utilized debt in its capital structure and the potential impact on its overall financial risk and stability.

To conduct a thorough analysis of McDonald’s financial leverage, it would be necessary to calculate the ratio using the relevant financial data such as total debt, total assets, and equity from the company's financial statements. This ratio would provide insights into the proportion of debt financing compared to equity financing, indicating the company's level of financial leverage and its ability to meet financial obligations.

Without the specific financial leverage ratio values, it is advisable for investors and stakeholders to delve deeper into McDonald’s financial statements and disclosures to gain a better understanding of the company’s leverage position and its implications on financial performance and risk management.