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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Business
J.R. Duren

McDonald’s franchisees are fighting back after the burger giant pushes big change

The future of McDonald’s appears to be an expensive one — and some store owners aren’t happy about it.

The fast-food giant is asking its franchisees to complete $800,000 remodels of more than 46,000 restaurants as part of an $8.5 billion turnaround strategy, according to Bloomberg. The plan, dubbed “NEXT” was introduced by CEO Chris Kempczinski in June as a way to increase productivity and expand the brand.

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