McDonald's Jumps 21.4% in a Month, but Can MCD Keep Climbing Higher?

McDonald's shares surged 21.4% over four weeks, driven by stronger third-quarter earnings (adjusted EPS up 11% to $3.57) and international sales growth of 1.5%. However, the rally faces headwinds from weak U.S. comparable sales (-0.2%), negative guest traffic, and persistent inflation pressures. The stock carries a Zacks Rank #4 (Sell) rating, suggesting the recent momentum may not be sustainable without improved U.S. traffic recovery.