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McDonald’s Unveils $8.5 Billion 10-Year Remodel Plan

By Drooid · Sep 26, 2026, 2:41 PM UTC · How we work

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U.S. McDonald’s announced an $8.5 billion, ten-year remodel plan that adds upgraded PlayPlaces.
The plan allocates roughly $5 billion through 2030 for rent relief, capital support, remodels and technology upgrades.
McDonald’s expects the remodels to boost sales growth 2.5% in 2027 and 2% by 2030.
Shares fell nearly 5% after CEO Chris Kempczinski unveiled the plan, with stock down over 20% YTD.

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U.S. McDonald’s announced an $8.5 billion, ten-year remodel plan that adds upgraded PlayPlaces.
The plan allocates roughly $5 billion through 2030 for rent relief, capital support, remodels and technology upgrades.
McDonald’s expects the remodels to boost sales growth 2.5% in 2027 and 2% by 2030.
Shares fell nearly 5% after CEO Chris Kempczinski unveiled the plan, with stock down over 20% YTD.