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McDonald's Holdings Company (Japan) Q3 2026 earnings summary
Complete event summary combining all related documents: earnings call transcript, report, and slide presentation.Q3 2026 earnings summary10 Nov, 2026
Executive summary
9M System-wide Sales rose 8.2% to ¥714,744 million, up ¥54,180 million YoY; same-store sales increased 6.0%, extending the growth streak to 44 consecutive quarters.
Operating income grew despite lower reported net sales and continued pressure from rising ingredient and restaurant operating costs.
Financial highlights
9M net sales were ¥309,911 million, down 0.8% YoY; operating income was ¥47,608 million, up 11.0%, and ordinary income was ¥48,241 million, up 13.7%.
Net income attributable to owners of parent was ¥30,403 million, up 12.6% YoY; comprehensive income was ¥30,382 million, also up 12.6%.
Gross profit rose to ¥71,854 million from ¥67,106 million; SG&A was ¥24,245 million versus ¥24,204 million.
Reported net sales declined ¥2,413 million YoY, as company-operated restaurant sales fell ¥17,366 million and franchised restaurant revenue increased ¥14,952 million.
Outlook and guidance
Revised FY2026 forecast: System-wide Sales ¥960.0bn (+8.0% YoY; +1.3% vs. prior forecast), net sales ¥412.0bn (-1.1% YoY; +1.0% vs. prior forecast), and operating income ¥57.5bn (+8.0% YoY; +3.6% vs. prior forecast).
FY2026 ordinary income is forecast at ¥57.5bn (+10.5% YoY); net income at ¥36.5bn (+7.6% YoY; +4.3% vs. prior forecast).
FY2026 EPS forecast is ¥274.52; annual dividend forecast remains ¥64 per share.
Medium-term 2025–2027 targets include 4–6% average annual growth in System-wide Sales and operating income, a 13% operating income ratio, and ROE of at least 11%.
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Latest events from McDonald's Holdings Company (Japan)
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- H1 growth prompted higher full-year earnings and dividend forecasts.2702Q2 2025
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- Q1 2025 saw strong profit and sales growth, with digital and same-store sales momentum.2702Q1 2025
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McDonald's Holdings Company (Japan) Ltd. operates as a subsidiary of McDonald's Corporation, focusing on the management and operation of McDonald's restaurants throughout Japan. The company offers a range of fast food products, including hamburgers, chicken sandwiches, French fries, beverages, and desserts. It operates both company-owned and franchised locations. The company is headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, and its shares are listed on the Tokyo Stock Exchange.