MCDONALDS CORP (MCD) Options Risk Score
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Data last updated: 2026-07-23
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Is it risky to sell options on MCDONALDS CORP (MCD) right now?
MCDONALDS CORP (MCD) currently scores 69 out of 100 for options catalyst risk (MEDIUM) over a 4-week expiry window. The contributing signals are an upcoming earnings report, 2 recent news items and 10 active legal filings within the 4-week window. A mid-range score (45–69) means MCD is neither clear nor obviously dangerous over this window — check which specific date is driving it before choosing a strike. The number reflects event exposure only.
MCD shows an IV Rank of 91 — implied volatility is near the top of its own one-year range, so MCD options are historically expensive, which favours premium-selling strategies, with a current implied volatility of about 27%. IV Rank is the most useful figure for deciding whether to sell or buy premium on MCD.
MCD reports on 2026-08-04. Any expiry beyond that date carries the gap, and the implied volatility priced in beforehand typically collapses the morning after.
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