McDonald's Sounds Alarm On US Consumer Spending
1. MCD highlights weakening consumer spending, especially among low-income customers. 2. Restaurant traffic from lower-income diners declined nearly double digits for two years. 3. Inflation and high living costs are pressuring households with limited disposable income. 4. MCD aims to attract budget-conscious diners with value promotions and menu items. 5. Consumer financial strain expected to persist into 2026, impacting MCD's outlook.