Traders work on the floor at the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) in New York City, U.S., February 11, 2026. Brendan McDermid | Reuters The S&P 500 fell on Thursday as investors continued to shift away from technology names toward those more poised to benefit from a growing U.S. economy. The broad market index dropped … Read more
A McDonald’s cheeseburger, fries, and soda arranged in Celina, Texas, US, on Tuesday, Sept. 2, 2025. Jake Dockins | Bloomberg | Getty Images McDonald’s is expected to report its fourth-quarter earnings after the bell on Wednesday. Here’s what Wall Street analysts surveyed by LSEG are expecting the company to report: Earnings per share: $3.05 expected … Read more
CNBC’s Jim Cramer on Friday outlined what to watch in Wall Street’s week ahead, from key labor data to big earnings reports from McDonald’s, Robinhood and others. “There’s a lot going on next week, but the most important thing, believe it or not, is the Labor Department’s nonfarm payroll report on Wednesday,” Cramer said. “If … Read more
Jobs and inflation data, following the brief delay in government data, will be released together next week, bringing the interest rate outlook to the fore for investors. January’s nonfarm payrolls report and consumer price index, set to hit screens days after their original release dates , could re-instill confidence in the market following a recent … Read more
As the restaurant industry endured another difficult year, many chains opted to close underperforming locations as they try to turn around their businesses. Inflation-weary consumers have pulled back their restaurant spending, choosing to eat at home or chasing deals when they go out for a meal. While some restaurants have won over reluctant diners, the … Read more
McDonald’s restaurant in San Diego, California, U.S., Oct. 31, 2025. Mike Blake | Reuters “Value” was the buzzword du jour for restaurant executives that lasted all year — and it will likely stick around in 2026, too. Over the last year and a half, diners, particularly those who make less than $40,000 a year, have … Read more
In Lisbon, Portugal, on January 12, 2025, people sit by a McDonald’s storefront. McDonald’s rolls out new value deals, like the McValue Menu, to combat economic challenges and attract budget-conscious customers, as global sales face pressure amid shifting consumer trends. Luis Boza | Nurphoto | Getty Images McDonald’s will soon assess its franchisees on how … Read more
U.S. President Donald Trump delivers remarks at the McDonald’s Impact Summit at the Westin Hotel in Washington, D.C., U.S., Nov. 17, 2025. Evelyn Hockstein | Reuters President Donald Trump on Monday said that California Gov. Gavin Newsom is “laying siege on the minimum wage.” Trump’s comments at the McDonald’s Impact Summit likely referred to California’s … Read more
Shoppers walk through Manhattan on Nov. 7, 2025, in New York City. Spencer Platt | Getty Images High-income consumers are trading down, Gen Z is spending less, and low-income shoppers are still struggling, according to many consumer companies that shared their latest quarterly results in recent weeks. Those trends may not bode well for the … Read more