McDonald’s $5 value meals saved third quarter U.S. sales, but the E. coli outbreak could slow recovery
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Key FactsMcDonald's Sales Recovery Hindered by E. coli Concerns
Oct 29, 2024 · Reading time: ~30 sec.
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- McDonald's U.S. sales rose by 0.3% in Q3, driven by the popularity of $5 value meals.
- The company withdrew Quarter Pounders from 3,000 locations due to an E. coli outbreak, potentially affecting future sales.
- CEO Chris Kempczinski expressed regret over the situation, emphasizing customer safety as a top priority.
- Despite a 1.5% decline in global same-store sales, revenue increased to $6.87 billion, surpassing analyst expectations.
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