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U.S. consumers haven’t stopped spending money since the Iran war drove up fuel prices, but many shoppers are reassessing what they buy and where, according to company executives and retail analysts. During recent earnings calls with analysts, executives from American mainstays like Walmart, McDonald's and Dollar General cited overall shopper resilience as well as noticeable cutbacks by lower-income customers.

Recent share performance check-in McDonald's (MCD) has slipped in recent trading, with the stock down about 0.2% over the past day, nearly 1.9% over the past week, and about 4.4% over the past month. See our latest analysis for McDonald's. At a share price of $272.72, the stock has retreated in recent months, with the 90 day share price return down 16.87% and the 1 year total shareholder return down 9.59%, which marks a clear loss of momentum versus its modest 3 year and 5 year total...

One haven from Friday's selloff: Kimberly-Clark, whose stock had been battered over the past year. The Kleenex maker jumped 6.3% Friday, helping consumer staples to become the S&P 500's best-performing sector.

US stocks (^DJI, ^IXIC, ^GSPC) sink in Friday trading, the Nasdaq Composite leading losses and closing over 1,100 points lower (4.18%). The market is reacting to May's overwhelmingly positive labor data — 172,000 jobs added the US economy vs. estimates of 88,000 — raising investor concerns that the Federal Reserve may be inclined to hike interest rates. Yahoo Finance Markets and Data Editor Jared Blikre breaks down the day's biggest market moves.

CMG refreshes Rewards to convert app-heavy loyalty into in-store repeat traffic; Q1 2026 loyalty hits 32% of sales, and enrollees rise 25%.

Yum! Brands, Inc. (NYSE:YUM) was among Jim Cramer’s stock calls on Mad Money, as he highlighted several opportunities in out-of-favor sectors. Cramer discussed the possible sale of the company’s pizza business, as he said: Got two fast food companies that are down on their luck that we all know, McDonald’s and Yum! Brands… As for […]

McDonald’s Corporation (NYSE:MCD) was among Jim Cramer’s stock calls on Mad Money, as he highlighted several opportunities in out-of-favor sectors. Cramer mentioned the company during the episode and said: Got two fast food companies that are down on their luck that we all know, McDonald’s and Yum! Brands. The former missed the quarter, something that’s […]

“We’re seeing negative cash flows in the lower-income brackets where they’re dipping into savings.”

The fast-food chain wants to win over budget-conscious consumers.

The 2026 World Cup, to be played in North America, has been called the equivalent of 104 Super Bowls in a month. Who stands to gain—and what it will cost fans.

McDonald's (NYSE:MCD) has introduced a new global plan called "McDonald’s > NEXT" focused on menu changes, automation, and brand engagement. The company is pairing this with a major FIFA World Cup 2026 partnership that includes limited-time meals and collectible toys for fans. Together, these moves aim to refresh the customer experience across food, digital channels, and global marketing campaigns. For investors watching McDonald's at a share price of $272.72, "McDonald’s > NEXT" marks a...

From fast food to fine dining, restaurants play a vital societal role. But the side dish is that they’re quite difficult to operate because high inventory and labor costs generally lead to thin margins at the store level. This leaves little room for error if demand dries up, and it seems like the market has some reservations as the industry has tumbled by 5.6% over the past six months. This drop is a noticeable divergence from the S&P 500’s 11% return.

McDonald’s Corporation (NYSE:MCD) is included among the 10 No-Brainer Dividend Stocks to Buy. On June 1, CNBC reported that McDonald’s Corporation (NYSE:MCD) unveiled a new global growth strategy aimed at helping the fast-food giant remain its customers’ top choice as it faces increasing competition and pressure from consumers dealing with high gas prices. The strategy, […]

Teen spending habits can reveal future winners. See why Tapestry, McDonald's, and Meta Platforms are attracting Gen Z and investor interest

Starbucks' shares fall 9% in a month, but improving traffic, rewards growth, innovation and margin recovery efforts may support a turnaround.

One River School Founder and Former School of Rock CEO Matt Ross explains how he saved his struggling education company and secured a private equity exit during the 2008 financial crisis.

Former School of Rock CEO Matt Ross explains how he saved his struggling education company and secured a private equity exit during the 2008 financial crisis.

Constellation Brands (NYSE:STZ) has appointed Morgan Flatley, a senior marketing leader from McDonald's Corporation, to its Board of Directors. Flatley will serve as an independent director, bringing experience in global brand building and consumer marketing. The appointment is part of Constellation Brands' ongoing board refreshment process. Constellation Brands, trading at $136.76, has seen the stock decline 7.4% over the past week and 10.5% over the past month. The share price is also...

Activations around a Nike sneaker release and box office smash “Backrooms” demonstrate how the fast-food giant uses social media marketing.

The new strategy will emphasise on automation and increasing the hospitality standards to support growth.

While Chipotle Mexican Grill has underperformed relative to its peers over the past year, Wall Street analysts maintain a moderately optimistic outlook on the stock’s prospects.

While most chains are sizing down, McDonald's is focusing on hospitality and quality.

Fast-food giant tests new menu items, restaurant upgrades, and AI ordering to drive growth.

The McDonald’s > NEXT plan focuses on improving food quality and taste, customer experiences, restaurant interiors and hospitality.

McDonald's announces its new NEXT strategy focused on automation, better food, social media marketing, and raising hospitality standards companywide.

McDonald’s is focusing on menu innovation, restaurant upgrades and customer engagement initiatives to drive future growth.

The burger chain unveiled McDonald's > NEXT at its biennial Worldwide Convention, outlining plans around menu innovation, restaurant design, and automation

Just having a crispy chicken sandwich may not be enough anymore in the fast-food business. McDonald’s said Monday that it is testing hand-breaded chicken, part of a new multi-year strategic plan to upgrade its menu, service, restaurant designs and online marketing. “The competitive landscape is changing and with it, customers’ expectations,” CEO Chris Kempczinski said in a company message.

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The consumer discretionary sector is split. While McKinsey reports that up to 50% of consumers are cutting big-ticket retail like apparel, the broader slowdown is partially masked by a classic substitution effect: consumers priced out of major luxuries are redirecting cash into affordable, small premium indulgences. [1.