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McDonald's Growth Strategy and Market Trends

Updated 2026-10-12 15:55 UTC 1 source Neutral

McDonald’s is focusing on chicken and beverages to drive growth, but new data suggests competition from Chick-fil-A and coffee chains could pose challenges. Meanwhile, prediction markets indicate inflation may have peaked for 2026.

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CNBC

McDonald's is leaning into chicken and drinks to grow. New data shows it could be a tough task

McDonald's is targeting growth in chicken and beverages, but Consumer Edge data shows Chick-fil-A and coffee chains gaining in customer spending.

2026-10-12 14:56 UTC

CNBC

Inflation likely peaked for 2026 but will remain sticky, according to prediction markets

Traders think there's little chance core inflation, which excludes food and energy prices, will fall to 2.2% this year.

2026-10-12 15:37 UTC