McDonald’s Corporation - Asset Resilience Ratio
McDonald’s Corporation (MCD) has an Asset Resilience Ratio of 1.30% as of December 2025. The Asset Resilience Ratio measures the percentage of a company's total assets that are held in liquid form (cash and short-term investments). This metric indicates how well-positioned the company is to handle unexpected financial challenges, economic downturns, or strategic opportunities without requiring external financing. Check McDonald’s Corporation (MCD) strategic investment index to assess the company's strategic physical and investment asset allocation.
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Asset Resilience Ratio Trend (2009–2025)
This chart shows how McDonald’s Corporation's Asset Resilience Ratio has changed over time. See MCD equity to assets ratio to measure how much of total assets are equity-financed.
Liquid Assets Composition Over Time
This chart breaks down McDonald’s Corporation's liquid assets into cash & equivalents and short-term investments, showing how the composition has evolved over time. For market capitalisation and broader financial context, see McDonald’s Corporation (MCD) total market value.
Current Liquid Assets Breakdown
| Component | Amount | % of Total Assets |
|---|---|---|
| Cash & Equivalents | $774.00 Million | 1.3% |
| Short-term Investments | $0.00 | 0% |
| Total Liquid Assets | $774.00 Million | 1.30% |
Asset Resilience Insights
- Limited Liquidity: McDonald’s Corporation maintains only 1.30% of assets in liquid form.
- This low level may indicate efficient asset utilization but could pose risks during economic downturns.
- The company primarily holds liquidity in cash and equivalents rather than short-term investments.
McDonald’s Corporation Industry Peers by Asset Resilience Ratio
Compare McDonald’s Corporation's asset resilience ratio with other companies in the same industry.
| Company | Industry | Asset Resilience Ratio |
|---|---|---|
|
Elior SCA
PA:ELIOR |
Restaurants | 5.16% |
|
Kura Sushi Asia Co Ltd
TWO:2754 |
Restaurants | 0.18% |
|
Restaurant Brands Asia Limited
NSE:RBA |
Restaurants | 4.08% |
|
Young & Co.'s Brewery P.L.C
LSE:YNGN |
Restaurants | 0.86% |
|
Rave Restaurant Group Inc
NASDAQ:RAVE |
Restaurants | 58.42% |
|
SSP Group PLC
LSE:SSPG |
Restaurants | -3.62% |
|
Xinjiang Baihuacun Co Ltd
SHG:600721 |
Restaurants | 21.23% |
|
Young & Co’S Brewery A
LSE:YNGA |
Restaurants | 0.86% |
Annual Asset Resilience Ratio for McDonald’s Corporation (2009–2025)
The table below shows the annual Asset Resilience Ratio data for McDonald’s Corporation.
| Year | Asset Resilience Ratio (%) | Liquid Assets | Total Assets | Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-12-31 | 1.30% | $774.00 Million | $59.52 Billion | -0.67pp |
| 2024-12-31 | 1.97% | $1.08 Billion | $55.18 Billion | -6.20pp |
| 2023-12-31 | 8.16% | $4.58 Billion | $56.15 Billion | +3.04pp |
| 2022-12-31 | 5.12% | $2.58 Billion | $50.44 Billion | -3.62pp |
| 2021-12-31 | 8.74% | $4.71 Billion | $53.85 Billion | -0.27pp |
| 2020-12-31 | 9.02% | $4.75 Billion | $52.63 Billion | +7.10pp |
| 2019-12-31 | 1.92% | $912.50 Million | $47.51 Billion | -1.24pp |
| 2018-12-31 | 3.16% | $1.04 Billion | $32.81 Billion | -4.13pp |
| 2017-12-31 | 7.29% | $2.46 Billion | $33.80 Billion | +2.88pp |
| 2016-12-31 | 4.41% | $1.37 Billion | $31.02 Billion | -- |
| 2015-12-31 | 0.00% | $0.00 | $37.94 Billion | -- |
| 2014-12-31 | 0.00% | $0.00 | $34.28 Billion | -- |
| 2013-12-31 | 0.00% | $0.00 | $36.63 Billion | -- |
| 2012-12-31 | 0.00% | $0.00 | $35.39 Billion | -- |
| 2011-12-31 | 0.00% | $0.00 | $32.99 Billion | -- |
| 2010-12-31 | 0.00% | $0.00 | $31.98 Billion | -- |
| 2009-12-31 | 0.00% | $0.00 | $30.22 Billion | -- |
About McDonald’s Corporation
McDonald's Corporation owns, operates, and franchises restaurants under the McDonald's brand in the United States and internationally. It offers food and beverages, including hamburgers and cheeseburgers, various chicken sandwiches, fries, shakes, frozen desserts, sundaes, soft serve cones, cookies, pies, soft drinks, coffee, and other beverages; and full or limited breakfast, as well as sells va… Read more