McDonald’s Corp.

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Global Markets & Equities 01 Nov 2026, 08:00 AM IST

McDonald’s Must Face McRib Lawsuit After Judge Rejects Dismissal Bid

McDonald’s has been dealt a legal setback after a U.S. judge allowed a class-action lawsuit over the McRib sandwich to proceed, according to court reporting. The case alleges the fast-food chain misled consumers by marketing the product as containing rib meat when, plaintiffs argue, it does not. The ruling does not decide the merits of the claims, but it keeps the dispute alive and raises fresh scrutiny over food labeling and marketing claims in the packaged and quick-service restaurant sectors.

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Global Markets & Equities16 Oct 2026, 05:02 AM IST

America’s Worst-Rated McDonald’s Highlights the Cost of Inconsistent Service

A McDonald’s location in Surprise, Arizona, has been identified in recent review-based rankings as the lowest-rated in the United States, underscoring how service failures can rapidly damage even the world’s most recognizable consumer brands. The case offers a sharp reminder that in the age of online reviews, operational lapses at a single store can shape public perception far beyond its local market.

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Frontier AI & Machine Learning12 Oct 2026, 08:31 AM IST

AI Pricing Tools Raise Fresh Antitrust Questions as Fast-Food Costs Climb

Artificial intelligence is moving from back-office efficiency to the front line of consumer pricing, and that shift is now drawing legal scrutiny. A new lawsuit targeting McDonald’s has intensified debate over whether AI-driven pricing tools could help push up menu costs, with implications that extend well beyond fast food to groceries and other everyday purchases.

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Frontier AI & Machine Learning08 Oct 2026, 08:40 AM IST

McDonald’s Faces Lawsuit Over Alleged AI-Driven Franchise Pricing Practices

McDonald’s is facing legal scrutiny over allegations that it used an artificial intelligence tool to influence pricing decisions across its franchise system, according to reports cited by The Guardian. The case adds to a growing global debate over whether algorithmic tools are quietly reshaping consumer prices, franchise economics, and corporate accountability in the fast-food sector.

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Burger King Bets on Local Franchisees to Drive a U.S. Turnaround

Burger King is leaning harder on local franchise operators as it tries to revive its U.S. business and regain momentum with investors. The refranchising push, which shifts more restaurants to independent owners, is designed to sharpen execution, reduce corporate overhead and accelerate a turnaround in a highly competitive burger market.

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