McDonald’s second-quarter sales declined worldwide, a first for the QSR chain since 2020. Cautious spending was the cause behind it, with consumers showing a tendency to avoid higher-priced items on the menu, including its signature Big Mac.
Across the UK, Greggs stores are closing, as they experience card payment failures, or serving customers via cash-only payments while the chain works on resolving the IT issue.
McDonald’s is testing a new restaurant format, Cos Mc’s, with customizable drinks and snacks designed to appeal to afternoon eating occasions. Similar offerings can be found at Starbucks and Dunkin’.
Panera Bread announced its plans to join the metaverse with a virtual restaurant that takes orders for real-life delivery.
McDonald’s opened the UK’s first Net Zero Carbon restaurant on December 10, 2021. The Market Drayton McDonald’s has been designed to be a net-zero emissions standard in both construction and everyday operation.
