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McDonald’s

Global quick-service restaurant chain

mcdonalds.com

Headquarters: Chicago, United States
Company type: Public company
Number of employees: 300,000+
Industry: Food Retail & Distribution

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Latest news about McDonald’s

In short: McDonald’s reported strong Q2 2026 profits but faced slowing US sales, prompting a leadership change and a delay in growth targets.

Company announcements

August 4 McDonald’s

McDonald's appoints Skye Anderson as President of McDonald's USA

The 26-year company veteran succeeds Joe Erlinger and will oversee nearly 14,000 US restaurants, advancing the McDonald's > NEXT strategy.

August 4 McDonald’s

McDonald's reports second quarter 2026 financial results

Global comparable sales rose 1.3%, systemwide sales grew 5% to $37 billion, and diluted EPS reached $3.32. Skye Anderson was named president of McDonald's USA.

June 30 McDonald’s

McDonald's appoints Bryan Brown as US Chief Development Officer

Bryan Brown brings over three decades of experience in restaurant development, real estate, and design. He previously spent more than a decade at Raising Cane's.

June 1 McDonald’s

McDonald’s announces its NEXT growth and productivity initiative

The initiative aims to enhance customer experience and unit economics through innovation and operational improvements.

Media coverage

Today GuruFocus

MCD Looks 22.3% Undervalued on GF Value™ Amid Dividend Sustainab

On September 16, 2026, McDonald's Corporation (NYSE: MCD) announced its upcoming Investor Day...

Yesterday Yahoo Finance

McDonald s target falls to $325, but Jefferies keeps faith in recovery

McDonald's Corp (NYSE:MCD, XETRA:MDO) retained Jefferies' backing despite a price target cut to $325...

Yesterday Yahoo Finance

McDonald's Likely to Issue New Financial Targets Through 2030 at Investor Day, RBC Says

McDonald's (MCD) is likely to issue new financial targets through 2030 at its upcoming investor day, along with details of its NEXT growth strategy and...

September 7 Snopes

Did TV chef Jamie Oliver win lawsuit against McDonald's over 'toxic' food claims?

Oliver's description of "pink slime," a product made from beef trimmings, disgusted viewers of a 2011 TV program.

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