Restaurants Industry Overview
The Restaurants industry, part of the Consumer Cyclical sector, includes 63 publicly traded companies with a combined market capitalization of $594.36B. The industry is led by McDonald's Corporation (MCD), Starbucks Corporation (SBUX), Restaurant Brands International Inc. (QSR.TO).
Among the 63 listed Restaurants companies, market capitalizations range from $198.42B (McDonald's Corporation) down to $41.45B (Chipotle Mexican Grill, Inc.), highlighting the wide size disparity across the industry. The average market cap across the industry is $9.43B, reflecting a mix of established large-cap players and smaller growth-oriented companies.
Restaurants Industry Valuation
The Restaurants industry currently trades at an average price-to-earnings (P/E) ratio of 28.6. This elevated multiple indicates that investors are pricing in strong future earnings growth across Restaurants companies.
Restaurants Dividend Profile
28 out of 63 Restaurants companies (44%) currently pay dividends to shareholders. The average dividend yield across dividend-paying Restaurants stocks is 61.10%. Investors seeking income can find dividend-paying options within the industry alongside higher-growth non-dividend stocks.
Largest Restaurants Companies by Market Cap
| Company | Ticker | Market Cap | P/E Ratio |
|---|---|---|---|
| McDonald's Corporation | MCD | $198.42B | 23.0 |
| Starbucks Corporation | SBUX | $115.59B | 77.4 |
| Restaurant Brands International Inc. | QSR.TO | $47.51B | 24.3 |
| Yum! Brands, Inc. | YUM | $42.45B | 24.8 |
| Chipotle Mexican Grill, Inc. | CMG | $41.45B | 29.6 |
The table above shows the top 5 Restaurants companies ranked by market capitalization. P/E ratios reflect trailing twelve months earnings where available.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the largest Restaurants company? The largest Restaurants company by market capitalization is McDonald's Corporation (MCD), valued at $198.42B. Use the full listing below to explore all Restaurants companies and compare their financials.
How many Restaurants stocks are there? There are 63 publicly traded Restaurants companies listed on major US exchanges, ranging from McDonald's Corporation (MCD) to Chipotle Mexican Grill, Inc. (CMG) by market capitalization. This directory spans 2 pages, with all companies sorted by market cap for easy comparison.
How many Restaurants stocks pay dividends? 28 of the 63 Restaurants companies (44%) currently distribute dividends. The average yield among payers is 61.10%. Dividend policies vary significantly across Restaurants companies — browse individual stock pages for the latest yield and payout details.
What is the average P/E ratio for Restaurants stocks? The average trailing P/E ratio for the Restaurants industry is 28.6x. Individual company valuations can vary widely — click through to any stock page for detailed valuation metrics.
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StockVS provides detailed fundamental data, historical price charts, and side-by-side comparisons for all 63 Restaurants companies. Browse individual stock pages for in-depth analysis, or use our comparison tool to evaluate two Restaurants stocks head to head. All data is updated regularly to reflect the latest available financials.