Fortune iconFortuneSep 24, 2026

McDonald’s bets $8.5 billion on a productivity makeover across more than 46,000 restaurants

McDonald's plan leans on existing restaurants to drive growth as unit expansion slows.

McDonald’s bets $8.5 billion on a productivity makeover across more than 46,000 restaurants

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