McDonald’s Unveils $8.5 Billion Plan as U.S. Traffic Stays Soft and Shares Fall
Near-term U.S. weakness overshadowed McDonald’s 2030 targets after management said Q3 comparable sales will finish slightly negative.
Near-term U.S. weakness overshadowed McDonald’s 2030 targets after management said Q3 comparable sales will finish slightly negative.
McDonald’s U.S. same-store sales rose just 0.8% in Q2, missing forecasts despite value menus and deals aimed at lower-income customers.
McDonald's sales and profits rose in Q1 2026 thanks to cheaper meals and new burgers. Shares rose 3% in premarket trading.
McDonald’s is adding cheap cold drinks in the U.S., attracting customers and hurting rivals like Dutch Bros and Starbucks.
McDonald's fourth-quarter results show US sales surging 6.8%, the fastest in over two years, thanks to affordable meals and promotions. Shares rise as the company outperforms rivals amid cost-conscious dining trends.
McDonald's (MCD) Q3 2025 earnings show 3.6% global comparable sales growth driven by value meal deals and promotions, though foot traffic declined and earnings fell slightly short of expectations.