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Pokémon Partnership Could Lift McDonald's Q4 Traffic and Earnings

Nov 3, 2026, 2:29 PM EST1 sourcesAI-analyzed

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Prominent Pokémon tie-in can lift foot traffic, order size, and repeat visits during holidays; similar high-profile launches historically boost fast-food comps and investor sentiment short-term.

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McDonald’s reports Q3 results soon as a Pokémon Happy Meal collaboration launches November 10. The promotion could boost traffic and average order size during the holiday quarter, potentially supporting a Q4 beat even if Q3 is mixed. The key question is whether the promo’s demand carries beyond December and sustains momentum into 2025.

McDonald's Q3 results due before market open; revenue seen at about $7.28B.
US Pokémon Happy Meal promo starts Nov 10; 3 designs, 15 cards, 15 keychains.
Stock up ~12% in a month but still below February highs; Q4 may benefit from promo.
Promotion runs through Dec 14; potential traffic, order size lift into holiday season.

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