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Machine-learning models set an 'optimal price' per item per restaurant, and have widened the gap between branches two miles apart.

McDonald’s is testing out the change at drive-thrus right now as a pilot at certain U.S. restaurants.

McDonald’s new AI system takes aim at a major restaurant cost

McDonald's (MCD) just lifted its quarterly cash dividend to US$1.93 per share, a 4% rise that takes the annual payout to US$7.72. The move lands while the stock trades well below its 1 year high. The richer payout comes at a tougher time for the share price. McDonald's stock has fallen about 23% on a year to date share price basis and is around US$100 below its 52 week peak, with the 1 year total shareholder return down roughly 21% even after dividends. This indicates that momentum has cooled...

McDonald’s and other fast-food stocks face pressure, but Brinker International, Bloomin’ Brands and several casual-dining peers have outperformed.

McDonald’s stock fell 6% in three days, but oversold conditions and support may attract buyers and trigger a rebound.

The company's shares may have peaked at $341 per share.

McDonald's (NYSE:MCD) introduced a redesigned tiered loyalty program aimed at reactivating about 150 million infrequent guests. The relaunched scheme includes rewards tied to partners such as Uber and Disney+ for ride credits and subscription benefits. Management is targeting customers who rarely visit McDonald's restaurants, adding tailored perks to draw them back into regular use. The new tiered loyalty rollout with partners like Uber and Disney+ is important, but investors should weigh...

In the race to lure customers back to stores, McDonald's needs to evaluate what Restaurant Brands is doing right.

Chipotle, McDonald's and Shake Shack are among the restaurant chains revamping their menus as more consumers go on weight-loss drugs.

With around 30 million Americans now using GLP-1 drugs, McDonald’s is planning smaller portions and more protein-packed options, including grilled chicken, wraps, and egg bites.

McDonald's corporate headquarters in Chicago offers a rotating selection of international menu items. I tried some.

After years of price increases, McDonald’s is trying to win back cost-conscious customers as lower-income diners pull back on spending.

The brands share a similar association as titans of American export culture, and the two stocks are struggling now.

McDonald's (MCD) has a pricing problem in the United States, its second-largest business. Its value menu of 10 items for under $3 each has not delivered what management expected. The shares lost 19.3% over the past year (as of September 23, 2026), while the S&P 500 returned 13%. The fix is not settled, because it depends on franchisees charging the prices McDonald's recommends.

McDonald’s plans $8.5 billion in franchisee support through 2036, with restaurant upgrades, AI expansion, new menu items and a revamped rewards program.

McDonald's CEO just told investors not to expect conditions to improve, and the stock hit a fresh 52-week low on the same day management pledged billions in new spending. The question now is whether this defensive giant has become anything but defensive.

Changes to MyMcDonald’s will work to increase frequency with existing members while driving interest from lapsed members through additions like tiers and personalized experiences.

The burger chain also plans hand-breaded chicken options and targets 1.5 percentage points of global chicken market share gains by 2030

McDonald's highlighted future margin and sales growth through franchising. Here's why investors didn't love the investor day.

America’s largest restaurant chain is built on the promise of low prices. But inflation and consumer tastes are pointing it in a different direction.

BMO and Evercore cut targets and estimates but kept Outperform ratings on the stock

McDonald's wants to improve food, service, and restaurant design as a weakening consumer tests its turnaround.

McDonald's wants to improve food, service, and restaurant design as a weakening consumer tests its turnaround.

McDonald's announced a bold new turnaround plan, but investors don't like the price tag.

In the closing of the recent trading day, McDonald's (MCD) stood at $238.32, denoting a -4.81% move from the preceding trading day.

Don't expect menu changes to come tomorrow and to every market, CEO Chris Kempczinski told Yahoo Finance.

McDonald's is following the lead of Amazon and Walmart as it starts its own media network.

Fast food giant aiming to increase share of global chicken market as rising cost of beef hits profits

Investing.com -- McDonald’s Corp expects flat customer traffic and higher inflation to remain a permanent feature of the restaurant industry, Chief Executive Chris Kempczinski said on Wednesday.

McDonald's (MCD) is making a long-term bet on artificial intelligence, hand-breaded chicken, and a return of 90s-style restaurants to regain customers who left for other chains, like Burger King.

McDonald’s said Wednesday it will spend $8.5 billion over the next decade to modernize its restaurants globally.

The chain is considering new protein-based products to win over GLP-1 drug users.

McDonald's CEO Chris Kempczinski said that he expects that high inflation and flat traffic will continue to weigh on the restaurant industry.

The drive-thru menu might show more than just food.

McDonald's unveils McDonald's Next, a $8.5 billion plan to boost sales with tech upgrades, employee training, and market share growth.