McDonald’s Corporation (MCD), the fast-food giant and longtime Dividend Aristocrat, has long been a go-to for investors looking for steady returns and growth. However, McDonald’s reported a couple of rough quarters recently, with global comparable sales decreasing 1.0% in Q2 2024, reflecting negative comparable sales across all segments. Despite these challenges, there are signs of improvement on the horizon. Recent analysis from Evercore suggests that McDonald’s same-store sales growth in Q3 could top estimates, based on improving traffic trends. This potential turnaround is largely attribute…