McDonald's (MCD) Comp Sales Rose; Sees Q3 EPS Above Consensus

McDonald's Corporation (NYSE: MCD) said Systemwide sales for McDonald's restaurants worldwide increased 9.8% in September, or 8.7% in constant currencies. For the quarter, Systemwide sales rose 8.4%, or 6.9% in constant currencies. Comparable sales at McDonald's Restaurants rose 7.7% (7.1% in US, 9% in Europe, 6.6% in APMEA).

Preliminary third quarter 2006 earnings per share are expected to be $0.68, including $0.01 of expense relating to impairment and other charges primarily in Asia/Pacific, Middle East and Africa. Foreign currency translation is expected to have a positive impact of $0.01 per share. The consensus is $0.63.

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