Key Points McDonald’s stock has been languishing due to slower earnings growth. The company’s recession-resistant business model may appeal to risk-averse investors. McDonald’s predictable cash flow from franchisees supports future dividend raises. 10 stocks we like better than McDonald's › With the S&P 500 (SNPINDEX: ^GSPC) hovering around an all-time high, some investors may be more interested in cutting-edge artificial intelligence (AI) stocks than a stodgy fast food giant like McDonald's (NYS ...