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McDonald's Corporation reports news tied to its global quick-service restaurant system, including comparable sales, systemwide sales, guest counts, loyalty activity, and performance across U.S., international operated, and developmental or licensed markets. The company operates through a heavily franchised model, with most restaurants owned and operated by independent local business owners and revenue supported by franchise royalties, rent, and company-operated restaurants.
Recurring McDonald's developments also include quarterly cash dividends, board and governance updates, debt and capital actions, and restructuring charges associated with internal modernization efforts. Consumer-facing updates often center on menu innovation, limited-time meals, brand partnerships, sports and community programs, and promotions for core categories such as burgers, chicken, breakfast, beverages, and fries.
On July 28, 2020, McDonald's Corporation reported its Q2 results, revealing a 30% decrease in revenues, driven by 23.9% decline in global comparable sales, attributed to COVID-19 impacts. Despite challenges, operational updates indicated nearly all restaurants were open as of June 30, 2020. The U.S. segment demonstrated sequential improvements, while international operations faced temporary closures. Diluted earnings per share fell to $0.65, down 67% from the previous year. McDonald's is investing over $200 million in franchisee support to boost recovery.
McDonald's Board of Directors declared a quarterly cash dividend of $1.25 per share of common stock. This dividend will be payable on September 15, 2020 to shareholders of record by the close of business on September 1, 2020. McDonald's operates approximately 38,000 locations globally, with 93% owned by independent business owners. Investors can find updates on future communications and disclosures on the company’s Investor Relations website.
McDonald's reports on business recovery amidst COVID-19, revealing that 95% of restaurants are operational globally. Comparable sales improved sequentially from April to May, although U.S. sales decreased by 12.0% year-over-year. The company plans to invest $200 million in marketing to bolster recovery. Key challenges included significant declines in international markets, notably a 66.7% drop in comparable sales for International Operated Markets in April. The ongoing strategy focuses on drive-thru and delivery services to navigate the pandemic effectively.