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McDonald's U.S. Sales Dive Amid E. Coli Outbreak

2/10/2025

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Summary

Story summary

McDonald's experienced a 1.4% decline in U.S. same-store sales for Q4, the worst since the pandemic, due to an E. coli outbreak.
Global sales increased by 0.4%, fueled by strong performance in the Middle East and Japan, despite total revenue of $6.39 billion missing expectations.
Adjusted earnings per share matched forecasts at $2.83, while net income fell by 1% to $2.02 billion.

History

Historical Context

McDonald's recent 1.4% decline in U.S. same-store sales mirrors the 1992-1993 Jack in the Box E. coli outbreak, which severely impacted consumer trust in fast food. Both incidents highlight the lasting effects of food safety crises on sales and public perception in the restaurant industry.

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Story summary

McDonald's experienced a 1.4% decline in U.S. same-store sales for Q4, the worst since the pandemic, due to an E. coli outbreak.
Global sales increased by 0.4%, fueled by strong performance in the Middle East and Japan, despite total revenue of $6.39 billion missing expectations.
Adjusted earnings per share matched forecasts at $2.83, while net income fell by 1% to $2.02 billion.

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