McDonald's, a publicly owned company headquartered in the US, was founded in 1955 and employs approximately 437,630 individuals. The company reported $26.9B in revenue as of 2025. It functions as an American fast food retailer, operating franchises in over 37,000 locations across more than 100 countries.
On May 2, McDonald's launched six new drinks and a fashion collaboration, continuing its strategy of leveraging high-profile partnerships for cultural relevance and consumer engagement. Earlier the same day, David McCance, McDonald’s Franchise Supervisor, confirmed plans for a new store in Stevenston, Scotland, which is expected to open before the end of the year. This follows the company's May 1 announcement of a permanent nationwide focus on the beverage category, a move signaling a fundamental shift in its growth strategy. Starting May 6, McDonald's will add six new specialty drinks to its McCafé menu across the U.S., including lemonade-based refreshers and crafted sodas.
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