Luigi Mangione case: Key events from CEO’s killing to guilty plea Mangione is scheduled to go on trial on state murder charges on Sept 8 The Independent UK · Aug 14
The secret history of Ray Dalio and the creation of Chicken McNuggets—how a 1980s hedge strategy unlocked a whole new menu The Bridgewater founder began as a commodities expert and doesn’t claim credit: “the cost of a chicken has nothing to do with the price of the chick.” Fortune · Aug 14
Uber Eats driver is told to ‘hurry up’ over a $5 tip. Then the customer calls him a ‘little maid’ so he turns the order into a mukbang He felt offended. We Got This Covered · Aug 13
San Diego man at Starbucks was asked to move closer to his table. 2 years later, he is suing them for ‘deblitating nerve damage’ to his genitals He claims that a Star wars employee "created a foreseeable risk." We Got This Covered · Aug 13
Oil exec says ‘wobbly’ Starbucks table left him with ‘debilitating nerve damage to his genitals’ in hot-drink lawsuit Exclusive: Oil-and-gas executive Vladimir Podlipskiy, 63, says the coffee chain was negligent for allowing a ‘wobbly’ table to remain in service The Independent UK · Aug 12
McDonald’s teams up with Red Bull for its first-ever energy drink - and fans can customize it IN FULL The Independent UK · Aug 11
McDonald’s announces collaboration with popular energy drink New menu also features a drink add-on that mixes a flavor swirl into soda and adds a cold foam cap The Independent UK · Aug 11
Trump’s secret escape from Air Force One in Turkey turns into memes and jokes for social media Social media users imagined the president squeezed into everything from a catering cart to a laundry bin The Independent UK · Aug 11
Scott Bessent Tells Robert Reich 'McDonald's Problem Is Called Burger King, Professor' Amid Clash Over the 'K-Shaped' Economy: 'No Wonder Bill Clinton...' Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent criticized Economist Robert Reich‘s analysis, arguing that McDonald’s Corporation (NYSE:MCD) issues are not due to structural inequality but rather competition from rivals like Burger King, whose parent company is Restaurant Brands International Inc. (NYSE:QSR). Benzinga · Aug 11
3 Overlooked Stocks Analysts Still Like as AI Trades Get Crowded Analysts favor JBS, Primis Financial, and Arcos Dorados for strong earnings momentum, low valuations, and notable upside potential, offering alternatives to mega-cap tech stocks. MarketBeat · Aug 11
What Are Wall Street Analysts' Target Price for McDonald's Stock? Despite its recent weakness, McDonald’s still has some support on Wall Street, with analysts maintaining a generally positive view of the stock’s longer-term prospects. Barchart · Aug 11
Alan Jones’s alleged victim told brother indecent assaults weren’t ‘too bad’ but involved broadcaster grabbing his penis, court hears Former 2GB and 2UE radio host, now 85, has pleaded not guilty to 22 charges of indecent assault and sexual touching The Guardian - AU · Aug 11
California woman got charged 10 cents for a McDonald’s bag. So she walked out with the tray instead: ‘Thank You’ McDonald's isn’t to be blamed for the bag charge, though. We Got This Covered · Aug 10
Scott Bessent Says America's 'K-Shaped' Economy Is Dead, But Robert Reich Fires Back With a McDonald's Warning: 'Very Much Alive, Even CEOs are Admitting It's a Problem' Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent says the U.S. economy is moving beyond the K-shaped divide, but economists and corporate leaders continue to offer mixed views on the health of American consumers. Benzinga · Aug 10
Evening Standard · Aug 9 Biggest McDonald's in London set to open 24 hours a day McDonald’s biggest London branch has the go-ahead to run as a 24-hour restaurant
The Economic Times · Aug 7 Burger King gets 'whopping' success while McDonald's struggles: What is happening in burger market as Americans move away from junk food Burger King's US sales increased significantly last quarter, marking five consecutive periods of growth. This surge followed investments in advertising, remodels, and menu upgrades, including a revamped Whopper. Limited-time offers, such as a Star Wars tie-in, also attracted more customers to the restaurants. In contrast, McDonald's US business experienced its…
MarketBeat · Aug 6 McDonald's Stock Sell-Off: Justified Warning or Buying Opportunity? McDonald's stock sits near multiyear lows after weak U.S. sales growth, but a Q2 earnings beat, Moderate Buy consensus, and steady dividend suggest the sell-off may be overdone.
We Got This Covered · Aug 6 Charlotte Barista felt unsafe behind the counter. Then she breaks down in tears after the customer finally leaves with a vulgar goodbye: ‘shaking’ She appeared upset from the start.
Bored Panda · Aug 6 Hollywood Star’s Raw Confession About Extreme Food Habits Sparks Massive Debate, Doctor Intervenes "This is incredibly sad… You go to extreme lengths and there’s so much shame associated with opening up…"
Barchart · Aug 5 A Rain Check for Williams-Sonoma: How to Buy the Dip Before It Happens WSM just hit a new 52-week high, but a stretched valuation and softening consumer sentiment argue for patience. Rather than chase the shares, a 90–120 DTE cash-secured call locks in possible future gains, up or down.
The Economic Times · Aug 5 McDonald's names company veteran Skye Anderson as new US head after sales miss McDonald's replaced its U.S. business head after missing sales growth expectations. Skye Anderson, a company veteran, now leads McDonald's USA effective immediately. The CEO cited execution lapses and overwhelmed restaurant crews for the performance. A new under-$3 menu and digital discount cuts also impacted sales negatively. Anderson will now steer…
Fortune · Aug 4 McDonald's CEO turns to a trusted lieutenant with a turnaround record to revive its biggest market CEO Chris Kempczinski is betting on Skye Anderson, the exec he's tapped for tough assignments before, to boost sales growth and improve its value push.
The Independent UK · Aug 4 How McDonald’s is hoping to win back customers with new value menu IN FULL
The Independent UK · Aug 4 McDonald’s fights to win back customers with cheaper food and a new boss McDonald's has jostled its menu and has sought to lure some of those customers to stores through value meals and other specials
The Economic Times · Aug 4 McDonald’s Q2 profit rises despite slowdown in US sales growth McDonald’s posted higher second-quarter profit and revenue, though sales growth in its US market slowed as cautious consumers curbed spending. The company appointed a new US president, expanded value offerings and aims to revive momentum in its largest market amid economic pressures.