Stories Tagged as
McDonalds
Franchises are big business, but they're adjusting to economic headwinds
by
Matt Levin
Sep 22, 2023
Franchisees get help with marketing and branding, but the corporate parent can’t do much about high interest rates and labor costs.
For Russians, McDonald's was once a symbol of modernity. Its closing feels like a step backward.
Mar 23, 2022
When the golden arches opened, Russians marveled at how it differed from local restaurants: friendly service and plastic packaging.
For global brands, pulling out of Russia isn't a yes-or-no question
Mar 8, 2022
Logistics, business models and a fear of Russians' reactions are all factors.
As office workers mostly work from home, coffee and breakfast chains scramble to boost sales
Nov 5, 2020
The change in your morning routine is impacting the grab-and-go breakfast business.
Black former McDonald's franchisees are suing over discrimination accusations
Sep 1, 2020
The plaintiffs are seeking up to $1 billion in damages.
Most fast-food franchises have bounced back in short order
Aug 5, 2020
Pizza chains and others that allow for social distancing have done especially well. Those that depend on breakfast haven't.
The complicated history of McDonald's and Black America
Jul 6, 2020
Author Marcia Chatelain examines the fast-food chain's relationship with its Black franchisees and consumers.
For public good, not for profit.
Where do earnings expectations come from?
by
Kai Ryssdal
and Sean McHenry
Oct 29, 2019
Analysts estimate how a company will perform.
What's behind the boost to McDonald's burger sales?
by
Renata Sago
Jun 25, 2019
Two words: fresh beef.
McDonald's bets on AI to help it sell more burgers
by
Renata Sago
Mar 26, 2019
The fast food chain is acquiring digital startup Dynamic Yield for more than $300 million.