ARCOConsumer Cyclical · RestaurantsThe 9 Wall Street analysts covering Arcos Dorados Holdings, Inc. hold a median 12-month price target of $12 — +46.3% from the last close. Ticker Nerd's systematic factor model, run across ~4,600 US stocks, ranks it 74 of 100 as at 15 Aug 2026 — in the upper half. Here, the model and the Street point the same way.
Consensus tells you what everyone already believes. The model scores Arcos Dorados Holdings, Inc. on its factor families — the same systematic rank behind the Ticker Nerd portfolio.
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Growth (93): Sales and profits are climbing, and climbing faster than before.
Accruals (25): A large share of reported profit has not shown up as cash, or the balance sheet is expanding quickly — both tend to unwind.
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Price targets and ratings are third-party analyst estimates, reported here as data. They are not Ticker Nerd forecasts, and they are frequently wrong.
The green dot is the last close — the median target sits +46.3% from it.
| Date | Firm | Action | Rating | Target |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 17 July 2026 | JP Morgan | Upgrade | Overweight | $9.00 → $11 |
| 11 Nov 2025 | JP Morgan | Maintains | Neutral | $8.80 → $8.70 |
| 11 Nov 2025 | JP Morgan | Maintains | Neutral | — |
| 3 Nov 2025 | Banco Bradesco BBI S.A | Downgrade | Neutral | — |
| 2 July 2025 | JP Morgan | Downgrade | Neutral | — |
| 13 Sept 2024 | JP Morgan | Maintains | Overweight | — |
| 1 Dec 2023 | Jefferies | Initiates | Buy | — |
| 10 Aug 2023 | JP Morgan | Maintains | Overweight | — |
| 7 Aug 2023 | Barclays | Maintains | Overweight | — |
| 18 May 2023 | B of A Securities | Maintains | Buy | — |
| 6 Feb 2023 | Barclays | Maintains | Overweight | — |
| 27 Sept 2022 | Barclays | Initiates | Overweight | — |
| 17 Aug 2022 | Goldman Sachs | Maintains | Buy | — |
| 15 June 2022 | Bradesco Corretora | Upgrade | Outperform | — |
| 24 Mar 2022 | B of A Securities | Upgrade | Buy | — |
| 23 Feb 2022 | Credit Suisse | Upgrade | Outperform | — |
| 19 Jan 2022 | Goldman Sachs | Upgrade | Buy | — |
| 23 Apr 2021 | Goldman Sachs | Initiates | Neutral | — |
| 28 Jan 2021 | Bradesco | Downgrade | Neutral | — |
| 28 Jan 2021 | Bradesco Corretora | Downgrade | Neutral | — |
Price targets and ratings are third-party analyst estimates, reported here as data. They are not Ticker Nerd forecasts, and they are frequently wrong.
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Higher than 73% of US dividend payers
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Arcos Dorados Holdings, Inc. released the transcript of its Q2 2026 earnings call, as published by Seeking Alpha. The transcript covers the company's second-quarter 2026 results and management discussion.
Why it matters — For ARCO watchers, the earnings call transcript offers direct insight into the company's second-quarter performance and management commentary.
Arcos Dorados reported record second-quarter revenue, adjusted EBITDA, net income and earnings per share, driven by digital sales growth, market-share gains and FIFA World Cup promotions that helped offset uneven consumer conditions across Latin America.
Why it matters — The record financial results indicate that Arcos Dorados' digital strategy and promotional activities are successfully driving growth despite a challenging regional consumer environment.
Arcos Dorados reported Q2 earnings of $0.22 per share, surpassing the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $0.15 per share and up from $0.11 per share in the same quarter last year.
Why it matters — The earnings beat shows the company performed better than analysts expected in the quarter.
Arcos Dorados Holdings Inc. reported its unaudited financial results for the second quarter of 2026, covering the three and six months ended June 30, 2026. CEO Luis Raganato noted steps taken to improve the resilience of the company's business model.
Why it matters — The report provides a periodic update on the financial performance of Latin America's largest restaurant chain and the world's largest independent McDonald's franchisee.
Arcos Dorados is scheduled to report earnings next week, and Wall Street expects earnings growth. According to Zacks Investment Research, the company does not possess the right combination of the two key ingredients for a likely earnings beat in its upcoming report.
Why it matters — An ARCO watcher would care because the upcoming earnings report and whether it meets Wall Street expectations will be a key development for the company.
The 9 Wall Street analysts covering Arcos Dorados Holdings, Inc. have a median 12-month price target of $12, with estimates ranging from $9.15 to $14. These are third-party analyst estimates, not Ticker Nerd forecasts, and they are frequently wrong.
Of the 9 analysts covering Arcos Dorados Holdings, Inc., 8 rate it a Buy, 1 a Hold and 0 a Sell. Ticker Nerd's systematic factor model ranks Arcos Dorados Holdings, Inc. 74 out of 100 across roughly 4,600 US stocks as at 15 Aug 2026. None of this is personal advice — it does not consider your circumstances.
As at 15 Aug 2026, Arcos Dorados Holdings, Inc. ranks 74 out of 100 on Ticker Nerd's systematic factor model — a percentile across roughly 4,600 US stocks, built from its factor families. Its strongest factor family is Growth (93 of 100).
No one can know that. What the data says: the median 12-month target from 9 analysts implies +46.3% from the last close, and Ticker Nerd's factor model ranks Arcos Dorados Holdings, Inc. 74 out of 100 as at 15 Aug 2026. Analyst targets are third-party estimates and frequently wrong; none of this is personal advice.
No analyst covering Arcos Dorados Holdings, Inc. publishes a 2030 price target — Wall Street targets run 12 to 18 months out. Sites quoting a 2030 price for ARCO are extrapolating price history, which says nothing about the business. The furthest attributed numbers are the current analyst targets: $9.15 to $14 over the next 12 months.
Arcos Dorados Holdings, Inc. returned +10.4% over the 12 months to 17 Aug 2026, with dividends reinvested. Past performance does not indicate future returns.
Arcos Dorados Holdings Inc. is a huge player in the fast-food industry, serving as the world's largest independent McDonald's franchisee.
The most recent item we track (Seeking Alpha, 14 Aug 2026): "Arcos Dorados Holdings Inc. (ARCO) Q2 2026 Earnings Call Transcript". Arcos Dorados Holdings, Inc. released the transcript of its Q2 2026 earnings call, as published by Seeking Alpha. The transcript covers the company's second-quarter 2026 results and management discussion.
Arcos Dorados Holdings Inc. is a huge player in the fast-food industry, serving as the world's largest independent McDonald's franchisee. The company holds exclusive rights to operate and manage McDonald's restaurants in Latin America and the Caribbean. Spanning numerous countries, Arcos Dorados plays a crucial role in bringing this iconic fast-food experience to diverse markets, catering to a wide demographic. Known for its commitment to local business development, the company works to adapt its menu and services to regional tastes and cultural preferences, enhancing consumer engagement. Arcos Dorados is a vital component of the hospitality and dining sectors in the regions it serves, contributing significantly to employment and community initiatives. Positioned at the intersection of global food trends and local market needs, Arcos Dorados upholds the brand's standards while innovating to meet local demand, thus bolstering its market significance and becoming a key player in the fast-food landscape within its operational territories.
CEO Mr. Marcelo Rabach · Uruguay · https://www.arcosdorados.com