McDonalds Trading Volume Surges 113.54% to $12.83 Billion, Ranks 79th in Market

On May 12, 2025, McDonald's (MCD) saw a trading volume of $12.83 billion, marking an 113.54% increase from the previous day. This surge placed McDonald's at the 79th position in the day's stock market rankings. However, the stock price of McDonald's fell by 0.56%.

McDonald's has announced its intention to hire up to 375,000 U.S. restaurant employees this summer, marking one of its most significant hiring initiatives in recent years. This move is aimed at preparing for the busy summer season, which typically sees a surge in customer demand. The hiring push was announced at a news conference that included U.S. Labor Secretary Lori Chavez-DeRemer, highlighting the company's commitment to creating job opportunities and supporting the economy.