Chris Kempczinski
American business executive, CEO of McDonald's
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As you know, in our system, that’s not something that we just flip the switch on,
- Kempczinski saidThe Independentindependent.co.uk/news/mcdonal…
We don't have a strategy problem. We simply didn't execute at the level we needed to in the second quarter,
- Kempczinski told analysts after the resultsInternational Business Times AUibtimes.com.au/mcdonalds/share…
This is the environment that we’re in right now. You have to be on your game and deliver that value,
- Kempczinski saidThe Independentindependent.co.uk/news/world…
The biggest thing that you need to do in an environment like this is you have to be able to earn share,
- Kempczinski saidCNBCcnbc.com/2026/09…
The winners will be the companies that create more demand and deliver it more efficiently,
- Kempczinski saidThe Independentindependent.co.uk/news/world…
Across the board, we're seeing that inflation is sticky,
- Kempczinski saidCNBCcnbc.com/2026/09…
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McDonald’s Sued In US Over Alleged AI-Powered Menu Price Fixing Across Nearly 14,000 Restaurants
Free Press Journalfreepressjournal.in/business/m…McDonald’s is facing a federal lawsuit that alleges its AI-enhanced pricing tool violates antitrust laws because it shares nonpublic data with competing franchisees
The Independentindependent.co.uk/news/mcdonal…McDonald's Stock Rebounds From Fresh 52-Week Low as Wall Street Cuts Targets After Investor Day Selloff
International Business Times AUibtimes.com.au/mcdonalds/share…JPMorgan expects PepsiCo to lean more heavily on productivity in the fourth quarter to deliver its earnings guidance
Asianet Newsablenewsable.asianetnews.com/marke…McDonald’s is spending billions to make major changes
CNNcnn.com/2026/09…The chain also faces heavy competition from the rapid rise of chicken shop chains including Popeyes and Wingstop as well as expansion by the more established player KFC, driven particularly by the popularity of fried chicken among younger Gen Z consumers
Guardiantheguardian.com/business/2026…Stocks making the biggest moves midday: McDonald's, Cracker Barrel, Alibaba, Worthington & more
CNBCcnbc.com/2026/09…McDonald's CEO expects high inflation, flat traffic are not going away for restaurant industry
CNBCcnbc.com/2026/09…The chain also faces heavy competition from the rapid rise of chicken shop chains including Popeyes and Wingstop as well as expansion by the more established player KFC, driven particularly by the popularity of fried chicken among younger Gen Z consumers
Guardiantheguardian.com/business/2026…McDonald's Stock Hits 52-Week Low Near $257 as U.S. Traffic Slows and Investors Await Chicago Strategy Day
International Business Times AUibtimes.com.au/mcdonalds/share…Americans have more money. They’re done eating and shopping at places that suck
CNNcnn.com/2026/08…Discretionary retail companies are watching their share prices tumble, as a conga line of chief executives admit that sales momentum has at best stalled, or at worst fallen off a cliff
WAtodaywatoday.com.au/business/compan…McDonald’s sales in the US are slowing after deal fatigue
CNNcnn.com/2026/08…NEW YORK — McDonald's reported slower sales growth in the US market in the second quarter as executives blamed too many simultaneous promotional offers, including a World Cup campaign that disappointed
The Manila Timesmanilatimes.net/2026/08…From unfilled gas tanks to fewer frills, retailers see US consumers rethink their spending
The Independentindependent.co.uk/news/world…The behavior changes observed so far are subtle, such as altered routines for buying gasoline and fewer visits to clothing and furniture stores
HuffPosthuffpost.com/entry/consumer…McDonald's unveils new corporate strategy to make stores 'easier to run'
Reutersreuters.com/business/mcdonalds…Executives made the announcement at McDonald's biennial Worldwide Convention for franchisees, held this year in Las Vegas
CNBCcnbc.com/2026/06…McDonald’s Bets on Fancier Chicken, Airier Restaurants to Keep Luring Diners
Bloomberg Newsbloomberg.com/news/articles…The strategy, which the burger giant is calling “McDonald’s>NEXT,” focuses on increasing automation, raising standards for hospitality, leaning on social media for marketing, and making its sandwiches and fries taste better
Reutersreuters.com/business/mcdonalds…Iran war saddles global companies with $25 billion bill — and counting
Reutersreuters.com/world/europe…A review of corporate statements since the start of the conflict by companies listed in the US, Europe and Asia offers a sobering look at the fallout
News24news24.com/world/us…McDonald's gets naming rights to Chicago Fire stadium
Reutersreuters.com/sports/soccer…McDonald's Park will seat over 22,000 fans for football, expanding to 31,000 for concerts and special events
The Independentindependent.co.uk/sport/footba…JPMorgan Warns $5 Gas May Soon Hit US Pumps
Newsmaxnewsmax.com/newsfront/us…The U.S. war with Iran has led to an average national gas price of more than $4.50 per gallon — and contributed to a new record low for consumer sentiment
CNBCcnbc.com/2026/05…High gas prices are hurting restaurant sales — but not all chains
CNBCcnbc.com/2026/05…Chris Bambury’s family has been selling gas in Sonoma Valley, California, for more than 100 years, but never at prices like this
CNNcnn.com/2026/05…McDonald's focus on value lifts first-quarter sales, but company says gas prices could dent demand
Japan Todayjapantoday.com/category/busine…After several years of price hikes, operators in the fast-food industry have been forced to rely more on value-driven promotions to revive demand as customers cut back spending
Reutersreuters.com/business/mcdonalds…McDonald’s leads fast-food drinks war with new crafted menu
The Independentindependent.co.uk/life/style…From Starbucks to Sonic, Dunkin’ and soon McDonald’s, several chains are adding or expanding their beverage lineup with “Refreshers” — drinks flavored with fruit that have bright colors and appeal to younger consumers
CNNcnn.com/2026/04…McDonald’s CEO blames mother’s etiquette training for awkward burger bite in video
Guardiantheguardian.com/business/2026…Kempczinski called the burger a "delicious product," all while wearing a sweater vest and sitting in a corporate setting
Fox Newsfoxnews.com/food/drink…Record-setting Big Mac eater underwhelmed by McDonald’s new Big Arch burger
Guardiantheguardian.com/us/news…McDonald’s markets the burger as a “premium flavor” option, and the amount customers pay can fluctuate dramatically
Newsweeknewsweek.com/mcdonalds/big…Global firms express confidence in Chinese market at CDF 2026
Global Times Chinaglobaltimes.cn/page/202603…Unilateralism and protectionism are running rampant, while forces advocating cooperation and promoting development continue to grow stronger; economic growth in traditional sectors faces difficulties, while development in emerging fields is gaining momentum; the international rules-based order suffers severe damage and disruption, while many countries actively advance reforms and improvements to global governance; power politics prevails with arbitrary and reckless conduct, while calls for upholding fairness and justice grow ever louder, Li said
XinhuaNetenglish.news.cn/20260322/cf1d6…Stephen Colbert gives a brutal breakdown of McDonald CEOs infamous burger launch
Mashablemashable.com/video/stephen…Videos of high level officials within the organizations trying out their own burgers have gone viral
Hindustan Timeshindustantimes.com/world/news…McDonald's CEO roasted after his tiny first bite of new Big Arch burger goes viral
Fox Newsfoxnews.com/food/drink…A promo for McDonald’s newest dish is making people wonder whether the company’s CEO has ever actually eaten fast food
HuffPosthuffpost.com/entry/mcdonalds…McDonald’s CEO salary and net worth: Chris Kempczinski brutally mocked over viral ‘product’ video
Hindustan Timeshindustantimes.com/world/news…Kempczinski shared the video last month while introducing the oversized sandwich, which is currently being tested in Portugal, Germany and Canada before its US launch on Tuesday
Daily Maildailymail.co.uk/news/article…Burger King owner Restaurant Brands beats fourth-quarter sales estimates
Reutersreuters.com/business/retail…Shares of McDonald’s have gained nearly 7% so far this year, building on the 8% jump witnessed in 2025
Asianet Newsablenewsable.asianetnews.com/marke…Chili's trolls fast-food giants as value meals face backlash from price-weary consumers
Fox Newsfoxnews.com/food/drink…When his wife forgot to pack a fork with his lunch, an electrician came up with an unusual, clever replacement for it, and internet users can’t cope with what it is
Newsweeknewsweek.com/woman/forgets…