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In a stunning revelation, McDonald’s CEO Chris Kempczinski has admitted that their ridiculously overpriced menu is driving customers away. It’s about time someone at the top acknowledged this blatant truth! It seems that even low-income customers, those making less than $45,000 a year, have had enough of forking over their hard-earned money for tasteless plastic food.
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According to the New York Post, the exorbitant prices at McDonald’s are pushing customers away, and it’s not hard to see why. Who in their right mind would be willing to pay nearly $18 for a Big Mac combo meal? It’s just absurd! Unsurprisingly, global sales in the last quarter only grew by 3.4%, well below the anticipated 4.7%. This is a clear sign that people are waking up and realizing they can get better value for their money elsewhere.
Shareholders are feeling the impact as well. On Monday, the day of this eye-opening statement, their stock plummeted by nearly 4%. It’s a harsh reality check for those who invested in this once-beloved fast-food giant. But hey, maybe it’s time for them to come back down to earth and realize that overcharging customers isn’t a sustainable business model.
To add insult to injury, it seems that some franchisees are taking advantage of the situation by charging even higher prices. One franchisee in Connecticut had the audacity to charge $7.29 for an Egg McMuffin and $5.69 for a side of hash browns. Talk about price gouging! It’s no wonder people are flocking to other establishments where they can get a decent meal without breaking the bank.
Now, here comes the token promise from Kempczinski about focusing on affordability in the coming years. But let’s be honest, can we really trust McDonald’s to lower their prices? It’s doubtful, especially considering the current economic climate. In places like California, where lawmakers insist on a $20 per hour minimum wage, businesses like McDonald’s and Chipotle have no choice but to raise their prices. It’s a lose-lose situation created by misguided policies.
So, while Kempczinski talks about affordability, it remains to be seen whether McDonald’s will truly make changes or if it’s just empty rhetoric. In the meantime, it’s up to us, the consumers, to make smart choices with our wallets. Let’s support businesses that provide value for our money and avoid being taken advantage of by overpriced fast-food chains. After all, we work hard for our money, and we deserve better than tasteless plastic food at outrageous prices.
