Fast Food 12 February 2026 - 22 April 2026

McDonald’s Six New Drinks Hit Menus This Week as the Beverage War Heats Up
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McDonald’s Six New Drinks Hit Menus This Week as the Beverage War Heats Up

McDonald’s will add six specialty drinks, including fruit refreshers and “dirty sodas,” to U.S. menus on Wednesday, aiming to boost traffic with beverages as stand-alone items. The move follows tests in over 500 locations and comes as rivals like Starbucks and Taco Bell expand drink offerings. The new lineup includes boba and cold foam options. Some early reviews noted inconsistent fruit sizes and lid fit.
May 4, 2026
McDonald’s New Under-$3 McValue Menu Is Here, but It May Not Cut Your Bill
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McDonald’s New Under-$3 McValue Menu Is Here, but It May Not Cut Your Bill

McDonald’s launched a new U.S. McValue menu Tuesday, adding at least 10 items under $3 and a $4 breakfast meal, while ending its buy-one, add-one-for-$1 deal. The company said prices and participation may vary by location. The move comes as fast-food chains compete on value amid price sensitivity among budget-conscious diners. U.S. comparable sales at McDonald’s rose 6.8% in Q4 2025.
April 22, 2026
McDonald’s Brings McGriddles to UK Breakfast Menu 23 Years After U.S. Debut
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McDonald’s Brings McGriddles to UK Breakfast Menu 23 Years After U.S. Debut

McDonald’s will launch Sausage & Egg McGriddles in the UK and Ireland on March 17, pricing the sandwich at £3.99 for a limited time. The item, a longtime U.S. breakfast staple, features a sausage patty, free-range egg, cheese, and maple-infused griddle cakes. The rollout includes a £3 McDelivery discount on breakfast orders over £15 from March 13–29. McDonald’s operates over 1,560 restaurants in the region.
March 13, 2026
McDonald’s Q4 2025 earnings beat as value meals pull customers back and same-store sales jump
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McDonald’s Q4 2025 earnings beat as value meals pull customers back and same-store sales jump

McDonald’s global comparable sales rose 5.7% in Q4, beating analyst estimates, as revenue jumped 10% to $7.01 billion and adjusted earnings reached $3.12 per share. The company raised its quarterly dividend 5% and reported U.S. sales rebounded sharply after a previous dip. CEO Chris Kempczinski credited value meal deals for gains among lower-income households. Executives warned of a slower start to 2026 due to January weather.
February 12, 2026

Stock Market Today

  • CAR vs SOL Shares: Value Comparison for 2026
    May 22, 2026, 10:39 PM EDT. CAR Group Limited (ASX:CAR) shares have declined nearly 20% since early 2025, despite strong revenue growth averaging 37% annually since 2021 and a 2024 net profit of AUD 250 million. The company operates vehicle marketplaces globally, including Australia and the US. In contrast, Washington H Soul Pattinson (ASX:SOL) shares are near a 52-week high, reflecting its status as a diversified investment holding with low debt (8.5% debt-to-equity) and a consistent dividend history dating back to 1903. SOL reported a 5.6% return on equity (ROE) in FY24, with an average dividend yield of 2.4% over recent years. Investors seeking growth might favour CAR's expanding profits and market presence, while income-focused investors could prefer SOL's stable dividends and lower risk profile.