McDonald's says $18 Big Mac meal was an 'exception' and news reports overstated its price increases
7 months, 1 week ago

McDonald's says $18 Big Mac meal was an 'exception' and news reports overstated its price increases

The Independent  

The latest headlines from our reporters across the US sent straight to your inbox each weekday Your briefing on the latest headlines from across the US Your briefing on the latest headlines from across the US SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. In a post on the company’s website Wednesday, McDonald’s U.S. President Joe Erlinger said reports suggesting the price of the average Big Mac has doubled since 2019 were false. McDonald’s said the average U.S. Big Mac was $4.39 in 2019 and now costs $5.29, a 20.5% increase. Erlinger acknowledged that he and many franchisees were frustrated by a post on X last summer about a Big Mac meal in Connecticut that cost $18, calling the price “an exception.” He noted that franchisees own and operate 95% of U.S. McDonald’s locations and set their own pricing but “work hard to minimize the impact of price increases.” The average U.S. price of a Big Mac meal, which includes a sandwich, fries and a drink, currently is $9.29. McDonald’s said the average price of all menu items has risen 40% over the last five years, to account for a 40% average increase in the cost of labor, paper and food.

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McDonald’s biggest menu shakeup in years rolls out Tuesday
2 days, 7 hours ago

McDonald’s biggest menu shakeup in years rolls out Tuesday

CNN  

New York CNN — McDonald’s anticipated new value menu is rolling out to US restaurants Tuesday, marking the chain’s biggest change in several years. The “McValue” menu category is a new, budget-friendly attempt at luring back customers who have been put off by McDonald’s higher prices. McDonald’s has also enlisted John Cena, the WWE wrestler-turned-actor and a “lifelong fan” of …

McDonald's to expand US value menu as fast food chains battle for bargain seekers
1 month, 2 weeks ago

McDonald's to expand US value menu as fast food chains battle for bargain seekers

Associated Press  

McDonald’s will expand its U.S. value menu early next year as it continues to try to win back inflation-weary customers. Starting Jan. 7, the burger chain will let customers buy one full-priced item from a limited value menu and get another item on that menu for $1. AP AUDIO: McDonald’s to expand US value menu as fast-food chains battle for …

Inside McDonald’s plan to win back American consumers amid sales slump, E coli outbreak
2 months, 1 week ago

Inside McDonald’s plan to win back American consumers amid sales slump, E coli outbreak

The Independent  

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McDonald's value meals turn around US sales in third quarter with customers hungry for deals
2 months, 1 week ago

McDonald's value meals turn around US sales in third quarter with customers hungry for deals

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Value meals helped turn around …

E. coli Outbreak Threatens McDonald's Value Meals
2 months, 1 week ago

E. coli Outbreak Threatens McDonald's Value Meals

Associated Press  

McDonald's U.S. sales rebounded in the third quarter, but a E. coli outbreak linked to the company's Quarter Pounder hamburgers could dent the recovery. Despite the setback, the value meal has been a success, with the company extending it to December at most of its U.S. stores. However, the outbreak has caused a decline in demand, with the company struggling …

McDonald’s is finally launching a chicken version of its beloved Big Mac
3 months ago

McDonald’s is finally launching a chicken version of its beloved Big Mac

The Independent  

Sign up to IndyEat's free newsletter for weekly recipes, foodie features and cookbook releases Get our food and drink newsletter for free Get our food and drink newsletter for free SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. The Chicken Big Mac, which sold out in just 10 days at McDonald’s locations …

Another McDonald's rival launches $5 meal deal in US as value wars heat up
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Another McDonald's rival launches $5 meal deal in US as value wars heat up

Daily Mail  

Popeyes has finally waded into the great fast food price war of 2024 - with its own $5 meal deal. Popeyes is offering three pieces of bone-in chicken for $5 McDonald's, Wendy's, Burger King, Starbucks, Dunkin Donuts and Taco Bell have all rolled out new value deals this year. The value wars were sparked earlier in the summer when McDonald's …

McDonald’s $5 value meal is sticking around until December
3 months, 4 weeks ago

McDonald’s $5 value meal is sticking around until December

CNN  

New York CNN — The McDonald’s $5 meal deal is staying on menus until December, a sign that inflation-weary customers are devouring value meals recently offered by fast food chains. Though McDonald’s had historically praised its ability to raise menu prices without denting sales, customers are holding on tighter to their money — diners everywhere are not going out to …

Why Americans are snubbing McDonald’s and Starbucks
5 months, 1 week ago

Why Americans are snubbing McDonald’s and Starbucks

CNN  

A version of this story appeared in CNN Business’ Nightcap newsletter. Earnings season for major food and beverage companies began just this week, but already we’re seeing how American spending habits are evolving in this era of strong employment, steady wages and cooling inflation. People are essentially saying “look, if I’m already going to be overpaying for food, I may …

McDonald’s to ‘rethink’ menu after sales fall for first time in four years
5 months, 1 week ago

McDonald’s to ‘rethink’ menu after sales fall for first time in four years

The Independent  

Get the free Morning Headlines email for news from our reporters across the world Sign up to our free Morning Headlines email Sign up to our free Morning Headlines email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. “Beginning last year we warned of a more discriminating consumer, particularly among lower-income households …

McDonald’s sales fall globally for first time in over three years
5 months, 1 week ago

McDonald’s sales fall globally for first time in over three years

Al Jazeera  

McDonald’s CEO Chris Kempczinski says low-income consumers eating at home and finding other ways to economise. McDonald’s worldwide sales fell 1 percent in the April-June period, the fast food giant said on Monday, the first drop since the last quarter of 2020, when the COVID-19 pandemic and government restrictions closed businesses and kept millions of people at home. McDonald’s CEO …

McDonald’s same-store sales fall for 1st time since 2020 as tapped-out customers hold on to cash
5 months, 1 week ago

McDonald’s same-store sales fall for 1st time since 2020 as tapped-out customers hold on to cash

Associated Press  

They’re not lovin’ it. McDonald’s global same-stores fell for the first time in nearly four years in the second quarter as inflation-weary consumers skipped eating out or chose cheaper options. The company said it’s working on fixes, like meal deals and new menu items, but it expects same-store sales to be down for the next few quarters. “Consumers still recognize …

Americans keep turning their backs on McDonald’s
5 months, 1 week ago

Americans keep turning their backs on McDonald’s

CNN  

CNN — Inflation has caught up with McDonald’s, and budget-conscious Americans are looking elsewhere for their fast-food fix. McDonald’s on Monday reported that sales at US stores open at least a year fell 0.7% last quarter from the same period a year earlier, dragged down by fewer customers going to the fast-food company’s restaurants. McDonald’s isn’t alone: Starbucks, Burger King, …

Nationwide fast food chain challenges McDonald's with epic value menu
6 months, 1 week ago

Nationwide fast food chain challenges McDonald's with epic value menu

Daily Mail  

Sonic Drive-In is the latest fast food giant to launch a value menu. Sonic's new $1.99 menu launched on Friday - offering burgers, wraps, hot dogs, tots, desserts and shakes at that price indefinitely. 'Now more than ever, consumers are focused on affordable food options, but they shouldn't have to settle for the same old, tired discounts or boring meals,' …

Nationwide fast food chain challenges McDonald's with an epic value menu that may be even better-priced
6 months, 1 week ago

Nationwide fast food chain challenges McDonald's with an epic value menu that may be even better-priced

Daily Mail  

Sonic Drive-In is the latest fast food giant to launch a value menu. Sonic's new $1.99 menu launched on Friday - offering burgers, wraps, hot dogs, tots, desserts and shakes at that price indefinitely. Sonic's new $1.99 menu launched on Friday - offering burgers, wraps, hot dogs, tots, desserts and shakes at that price indefinitely 'At Sonic, we wanted to …

Sneaky truth about the McDonald's '$5 meal' revealed
6 months, 2 weeks ago

Sneaky truth about the McDonald's '$5 meal' revealed

Daily Mail  

McDonald's president has come out fighting after criticism of the fast food chain's new $5 value meal. McDonald's also brought back app-only "Free Fries Friday" that allows customers to snag a free medium fry with any $1 minimum purchase through the end of 2024. They operate nine out of ten McDonald's and are worried that customers will trade down from …

McDonald’s says $18 Big Mac meal was an ‘exception’ and news reports overstated its price increases
7 months, 1 week ago

McDonald’s says $18 Big Mac meal was an ‘exception’ and news reports overstated its price increases

Associated Press  

McDonald’s is fighting back against viral tweets and media reports that it says have exaggerated its price increases. In a post on the company’s website Wednesday, McDonald’s U.S. President Joe Erlinger said reports suggesting the price of the average Big Mac has doubled since 2019 were false. McDonald’s said the average U.S. Big Mac was $4.39 in 2019 and now …

Fast food wars: Wendy’s offers $3 breakfast meal deal after McDonald’s unveiled $5 combo
7 months, 2 weeks ago

Fast food wars: Wendy’s offers $3 breakfast meal deal after McDonald’s unveiled $5 combo

The Independent  

The latest headlines from our reporters across the US sent straight to your inbox each weekday Your briefing on the latest headlines from across the US Your briefing on the latest headlines from across the US SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Fast food restaurant Wendy’s …

McDonald's plans $5 US meal deal next month to counter customer frustration over high prices
7 months, 3 weeks ago

McDonald's plans $5 US meal deal next month to counter customer frustration over high prices

Hindustan Times  

McDonald’s plans to introduce a $5 meal deal in the U.S. next month to counter slowing sales and customers’ frustration with high prices. McDonald's plans $5 US meal deal next month to counter customer frustration over high prices The deal would let customers get a four-piece McNugget, small fries, a small drink and either a McDouble burger or a McChicken …

McDonald’s plans $5 US meal deal next month to counter customer frustration over high prices
7 months, 3 weeks ago

McDonald’s plans $5 US meal deal next month to counter customer frustration over high prices

Associated Press  

McDonald’s plans to introduce a $5 meal deal in the U.S. next month to counter slowing sales and customers’ frustration with high prices. “We know how much it means to our customers when McDonald’s offers meaningful value and communicates it through national advertising,” McDonald’s said in a statement Wednesday. McDonald’s said earlier this year that it was seeing fewer U.S. …

McDonald’s launches a $5 Meal Deal as inflation-weary consumers ditch fast-food
7 months, 4 weeks ago

McDonald’s launches a $5 Meal Deal as inflation-weary consumers ditch fast-food

The Independent  

The latest headlines from our reporters across the US sent straight to your inbox each weekday Your briefing on the latest headlines from across the US Your briefing on the latest headlines from across the US SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy McDonald’s is set to …

McDonald's is making their largest burger ever - some customers will get to test it early
8 months, 1 week ago

McDonald's is making their largest burger ever - some customers will get to test it early

Daily Mail  

McDonald's has confirmed it is cooking up plans to beef up its menu with a bigger burger - which could dwarf Burger King's Whopper. McDonald's has also not yet released the name but said the bigger burger will tested in select restaurants soon -so they can get feedback and tweak the size, recipe and price if needed. Here DailyMail.com imagined …

McDonald's sales miss market expectations amid boycott calls in several markets
8 months, 1 week ago

McDonald's sales miss market expectations amid boycott calls in several markets

Hindustan Times  

McDonald's, the global fast-food giant, has posted below expectations quarterly results in the first quarter as it fell short of Wall Street estimates for sales amidst economic pressures and geopolitical tensions. Global fast-food giant McDonald's sales miss expectations on the back of geopolitical tensions Despite posting a quarterly adjusted per-share profit of $2.70, slightly below analysts' estimates of $2.72, the …

Enough of the $29 KFC bucket and the $18 Big Mac meal! Americans fed up with rising fast food prices are voting with their feet as McDonald's, KFC, Pizza Hut and Taco Bell sales disappoint
10 months, 4 weeks ago

Enough of the $29 KFC bucket and the $18 Big Mac meal! Americans fed up with rising fast food prices are voting with their feet as McDonald's, KFC, Pizza Hut and Taco Bell sales disappoint

Daily Mail  

McDonald's CEO has said in 2024 it will need to focus on 'affordability' Americans are turning their backs on fast food as some of the country's largest franchises continue to hike the prices of what were once affordable meals. Americans are turning their backs on fast food as some of the country's largest franchises continue to hike the prices of …

$18 combo meal! After price criticism McDonalds CEO vows to cut prices
11 months ago

$18 combo meal! After price criticism McDonalds CEO vows to cut prices

Hindustan Times  

McDonald’s CEO Chris Kempczinski has addressed the criticism from customers who are unhappy with the rising prices of the fast food chain’s menu items. He also revealed that customers with low incomes, earning less than $45,000 per year, were ordering less from McDonald’s, and opting to eat at home more often, as the price of groceries went down. “The battleground …

After a bumpy end to a banner year, McDonald’s says sales growth will moderate in 2024
11 months ago

After a bumpy end to a banner year, McDonald’s says sales growth will moderate in 2024

Associated Press  

After three years of exceptional sales growth, McDonald’s appears to be returning to Earth. “I think we are moving into a 2024 that’s going to look more like what you would have considered a typical year prior to COVID and all the things that have gone on,” McDonald’s President and CEO Chris Kempczinski said Monday during a conference call with …

McDonald's Double Big Mac is returning to US outlets after four years
11 months, 4 weeks ago

McDonald's Double Big Mac is returning to US outlets after four years

Hindustan Times  

McDonald's is bringing back the fan-favourite Double Big Mac four years after it was discontinued in the US. This news comes after McDonald's announced its decision to make changes to its classic hamburger, cheeseburger, double cheeseburger, McDouble burger and Big Mac sandwiches. McDonald's is bringing back the Double Big Macs When is Double Big Mac coming to restaurants? Ahead of …

McDonald’s pumps brakes on prices as US traffic falls slightly, but Q3 sales beat expectations
1 year, 2 months ago

McDonald’s pumps brakes on prices as US traffic falls slightly, but Q3 sales beat expectations

Associated Press  

McDonald’s said it’s pumping the brakes on higher prices and focusing more on value meals after seeing a drop-off in visits by some customers. McDonald’s said its U.S. traffic fell slightly in the third quarter as it saw fewer visits from customers with annual incomes of $45,000 or less. McDonald’s revenue rose 14% to $6.69 billion, ahead of the $6.56 …

McDonald's is offering 15% off its entire menu from tomorrow - but you'll have to be quick
1 year, 2 months ago

McDonald's is offering 15% off its entire menu from tomorrow - but you'll have to be quick

Daily Mail  

McDonald's is offering customers 15 per cent off its entire menu tomorrow. McDonald's is offering customers 15 per cent off its entire menu tomorrow There are some amazing Rewards available for customers to treat themselves to when point milestones are hit. From breakfast classics such as the McMuffin and delicious Breakfast Roll, to lunch and dinner staples like crispy Chicken …

McDonald’s first quarter sales boosted by higher prices
1 year, 8 months ago

McDonald’s first quarter sales boosted by higher prices

Associated Press  

McDonald’s reported higher-than-expected sales in the first quarter as store traffic grew despite higher prices. Marketing campaigns, like a McSpicy chicken sandwich promotion with a streetwear brand in China, and a Valentine’s Day meal promotion in the U.S. with rappers Offset and Cardi B, also boosted the chain’s performance. “The customer certainly is dealing with some of the stress and …

McDonald's is AXING five very popular items from menus
1 year, 9 months ago

McDonald's is AXING five very popular items from menus

Daily Mail  

McDonald’s is axing five popular items from its menu today to make way for new treats arriving tomorrow. The five popular items to get the cut are the Grand Big Mac, Grand Big Mac with Bacon, Chilli Cheese bites, Galaxy Chocolate McFlurry and the Galaxy Caramel McFlurry. McDonald’s is axing five popular items from menus including the Grand Big Mac …

Viral: Did you know how much one Big Mac from McDonald's cost in 1974? Take a look
1 year, 10 months ago

Viral: Did you know how much one Big Mac from McDonald's cost in 1974? Take a look

Firstpost  

The photo shows a billboard at a McDonald’s outlet. As per the prices shown in the image, a Big Mac cost 65 cents in 1974. A picture doing the rounds on the internet shows how much various food items at the fast-food chain cost in 1974, leaving users stunned. The photo was shared by an account with the caption, “McDonald’s …

McDonald’s increases price of five menu items
1 year, 10 months ago

McDonald’s increases price of five menu items

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy McDonald’s is raising the price …

Inflation: McDonald’s hikes price of five items as Waitrose reduces ‘essentials’
1 year, 10 months ago

Inflation: McDonald’s hikes price of five items as Waitrose reduces ‘essentials’

The Independent  

Get the free Morning Headlines email for news from our reporters across the world Sign up to our free Morning Headlines email Sign up to our free Morning Headlines email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy McDonald’s is set to hike the price of five items …

McDonald’s set to hike price of 99p cheeseburger for first time in 14 years
2 years, 5 months ago

McDonald’s set to hike price of 99p cheeseburger for first time in 14 years

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Please enter a valid email address Please enter a valid email address SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. McDonald’s said other “menu items …

Man celebrates 50-year anniversary of eating McDonald’s Big Mac every day
2 years, 7 months ago

Man celebrates 50-year anniversary of eating McDonald’s Big Mac every day

The Independent  

Sign up to IndyEat's free newsletter for weekly recipes, foodie features and cookbook releases Get our food and drink newsletter for free Get our food and drink newsletter for free SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy A man has celebrated 50 years of eating a McDonald’s …

McDonald’s ends 2021 strong, but rising costs ding profit
2 years, 11 months ago

McDonald’s ends 2021 strong, but rising costs ding profit

Associated Press  

McDonald’s ended 2021 on a high note with U.S. customers spending more and fewer restaurant closures in Europe from coronavirus restrictions. McDonald’s reported adjusted earnings of $2.23 per share, 11 cents short of Wall Street expectations, according to analysts polled by FactSet. “But it certainly will pressure both margins and cash flow,” McDonald’s raised hourly pay for 36,000 U.S. employees …

McDonald’s to bring chicken Big Mac to UK menu for the first time
2 years, 11 months ago

McDonald’s to bring chicken Big Mac to UK menu for the first time

The Independent  

Sign up to IndyEat's free newsletter for weekly recipes, foodie features and cookbook releases Get our food and drink newsletter for free Get our food and drink newsletter for free SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy McDonald’s is rolling out a chicken version of its famous …

McDonald's customer buy $4 gourmet bread buns to recreate their own burgers at home
4 years, 8 months ago

McDonald's customer buy $4 gourmet bread buns to recreate their own burgers at home

Daily Mail  

Australians are making delicious burgers at home using McDonald's famous buns after the fast food chain expanded its menu to include essential items. Many people shared pictures of their homemade burgers, with some insisting their creations tastes like the real deal if you use Heinz Burger Sauce, Fehlbergs Burger Pickles or Coles Special Burger Pickles.dri-ve One woman said she used …

McDonald’s to launch Big Mac dipping sauce next month
4 years, 11 months ago

McDonald’s to launch Big Mac dipping sauce next month

The Independent  

Sign up to IndyEat's free newsletter for weekly recipes, foodie features and cookbook releases Get our food and drink newsletter for free Get our food and drink newsletter for free SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. The last time UK customers had the chance to buy the sauce was in …

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