McDonald's News & Media

McDonald's kicks off $5 Meal Deal

June 25, 2024

McDonald's is reaffirming its commitment to affordability this summer with the introduction of the $5 Meal Deal, available for a limited time at participating…

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McDonald's to end AI ordering at drive-thrus

June 18, 2024

McDonald's is ending its Automated Order Taker using AI technology, according to a brand statement.

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McDonald's SVP, chief supply chain officer to retire; replacement named

June 11, 2024

Bob Stewart, McDonald's SVP and chief supply chain officer for North America, will retire on October 1, 2024, after a 30-year career with the company. Cesar…

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McDonald's loses EU trademark for 'Big Mac' on chicken products

June 7, 2024

McDonald's lost its exclusive right to the term "Big Mac" for chicken products in the European Union after failing to demonstrate consistent use of the name…

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Burger King to hop on $5 meal deal train

May 24, 2024

Following news that McDonald's would release a $5 meal for a limited time, Burger King will also release its version of the deal for the same price, according…

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McDonald's to launch $5 value meal for limited time

May 20, 2024

McDonald's is bringing back a $5 value meal for a limited time, offering customers a choice of protein, fries, and a drink for a set price, according to a CNBC…

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McDonald's to celebrate grandmas with release of Grandma McFlurry

May 16, 2024

McDonald's is celebrating grandmothers this summer with the launch of the limited-edition Grandma McFlurry and a partnership with musical artists, according to…

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Shamrock Shake sales benefit local Ronald McDonald House Charities

May 16, 2024

Local McDonald's restaurants raised $25,674.75 for Ronald McDonald House Charities of Kentuckiana (RMHCK) during February and March through sales of the…

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Aligning influencer marketing with business strategy

by Mitch Duckler — Founder and Managing Partner, FullSurge

Influencers can make or break your brand's message. Hiring the right marketing partner is paramount to success.

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McDonald's Netherlands launches scent-emitting billboards

April 10, 2024

In a marketing campaign, McDonald's Netherlands is deploying scent-emitting billboards to attract customers, according to a press release.

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McDonald's to buy 225 units in Israel from franchisee

April 8, 2024

McDonald's corporate operations will purchase all 225 restaurant locations in Israel from franchisee Alonyal Limited, owned by Omri Padan, according to a press…

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McDonald's meets cage-free egg goal 2 years early

February 7, 2024

McDonald's has met its goal of sourcing 100% cage free eggs in the U.S. by 2025. It's a goal the company set in 2015, according to a press release.

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McDonald's gets in a St. Patty's Day mood with early release of Shamrock Shake

February 6, 2024

McDonald's has released its popular Shamrock Shake — usually found around St. Patrick's Day — early, according a The New York Post report.

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McDonald's popular Breakfast Wrap returns, but there's a catch

January 18, 2024

McDonald's is bringing back its popular Breakfast Wrap, but there's a catch — the menu item is only available in the U.K. and Ireland, according to a company…

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QSRweb’s Top 10 most-clicked news in 2023

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Networld Media Group

QSR dining remains a mainstay due to its lower price point and ease of service. We took a look at the top news stories over the past 12 months, and here's what…

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McDonald's to release popular kids toy Happy Meal

December 20, 2023

Squishmallows are coming to McDonald's. Characters from the hot toys will launch in Happy Meals on Dec. 26, according to a press release.

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McDonald's to test CosMc's beverage-led concept

December 7, 2023

McDonald's begins testing its CosMc's concept — a small-format, beverage-led concept — in Bolingbrook, Illinois, this month. Additional CosMc's units are…

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McDonald's to get rid of McFlurry spoons

October 25, 2023

The McFlurry spoon is on its last leg. Chicago-based burger chain McDonald's is retiring the dessert spoon in favor of a more sustainable option, according to…

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McDonald's launches '1 in 8' homecoming initiative

October 12, 2023

McDonald's has found that one in eight Americans have worked at one of its restaurants, leading the brand to launch its "1 in 8" initiative, according to a…

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McDonald's bringing back McRib for another year

October 9, 2023

The McRib will return to McDonald's despite giving the menu item a "farewell tour" last year. The saucy sandwich is a fan favorite and will make a comeback in…

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