McDonald's (MCD) shares rose more than 6% on Wednesday after the company's profit beat investor expectations. Global systemwide sales grew 4% to over $38 billion in the third quarter, driven by new store openings and higher sales at existing locations, while global comparable sales rose 1.5%, led by international markets, and U.S. comps fell slightly by 0.2%. CEO Chris Kempczinski said U.S. performance improved through the quarter, with comparable sales turning positive in September after slight declines in July and August, as the company revamps its value-priced offerings amid slowing restaurant traffic. Adjusted operating income rose 8%, and adjusted earnings per share climbed 11% to $3.57, above Wall Street's estimate of $3.38. The company also raised its quarterly dividend 4% to $1.93 per share, extending a run of 50 consecutive years of increases.
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