Better Buy: McDonald's Corp. vs. Starbucks

Which of these two fast-serve chain giants deserves more of your attention?

The restaurant world changes constantly, and companies have to adapt to changing times.McDonald's (NYSE:MCD) has led the fast-food industry for decades, and it still has a worldwide presence in representing American culture in locations scattered across the globe.Starbucks (NASDAQ:SBUX) has had a shorter history, but its coffeehouse chain has grown quickly to have a similar network footprint and loyal customer base. Investors looking at the two companies are curious which stock is the better buy right now. 

Let's look at how McDonald's and Starbucks compare on some key metrics to see which one might be a smarter pick for investors...


Source: The Motley Fool