MCD: Stock Quote & Summary Data

 Company Description (as filed with the SEC)

McDonald’s Corporation, the registrant, together with its subsidiaries, is referred to herein as the “Company.” a. General development of business During 2011, there have been no material changes to the Company’s corporate structure or in its method of conducting business. In 2011, the Company has continued the process it began in 2005 to realign certain subsidiaries to develop a corporate structure within its geographic segments that better reflects the operation of the McDonald’s worldwide business. b. Financial information about segments Segment data for the years ended December 31, 2011, 2010, and 2009 are included in Part II, Item 8, page 40 of this Form 10-K. c. Narrative description of business • General The Company franchises and operates McDonald’s restaurants in the global restaurant industry. These restaurants serve a broad menu (see Products) at various price points providing value in 119 countries around the world.  ... More ...