McDonald's comparable sales will be aided by continued investments and menu innovation. Alongside above mentioned factors, its international presence with a softer USD will aid overall margins.
However, with rising wage growth and soft quarterly restaurant spending globally, I expect profits to be under pressure. Guidance should underwhelm with the aforementioned factors.
I am starting McDonald's with a $150 PT for the post-earnings move. A tight stop well over ATH at $170 is advised.