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McDonald's struggles to win back customers amid rising costs and competition

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McDonald's is struggling to regain customer visits and sales growth despite a barrage of new deals and marketing efforts. CEO Chris Kempczinski's strategy, "McDonald's > Next," aims to improve food quality and service, but investors remain skeptical. Rising beef costs and increased competition from rivals like Burger King, which has seen success with its "Reclaim the Flame" plan, are further challenging the fast-food giant. AI

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McDonald's struggles to win back customers amid rising costs and competition

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  1. Fortune TIER_1 English(EN) · Phil Wahba ·

    $5 meals, $6 combos and fewer visits: McDonald’s barrage of deals isn’t winning customers back

    High inflation and poor execution are turning off many of the burger giant's customers.

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