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McDonald's Posts Disappointing Q1 Results Amid Ongoing Boycotts

McDonald's Posts , Disappointing Q1 Results , Amid Ongoing Boycotts. 'The Independent' reports that McDonald's posted weaker- than-expected results in the first quarter of 2024, as a result of a boycott over the company's perceived support for Israel. . 'The Independent' reports that McDonald's posted weaker- than-expected results in the first quarter of 2024, as a result of a boycott over the company's perceived support for Israel. . According to McDonald's, higher sales in the United States helped the fast-food giant overcome weakness in markets where the brand is being boycotted. According to McDonald's, higher sales in the United States helped the fast-food giant overcome weakness in markets where the brand is being boycotted. The company saw same-store sales rise by 1.9% worldwide between January and March, below the Wall Street forecast of 2.1%. Increased menu pricing and delivery demand saw same-store sales in the U.S. increase by 2.5%. In international markets, sales fell by 0.2% for the first time since 2020. Despite this, McDonald's said the company's revenue increased 5% to reach $6.17 billion, while net income went up 7% to $1.93 billion, in-line with Wall Street estimates. 'The Independent' reports that Muslim-majority markets like Indonesia, Malaysia and the Middle East have been boycotting McDonald's for months. The boycotts started after a McDonald's franchise in Israel announced in October that it would provide free meals for Israeli troops amid the ongoing war in Gaza. In the months since then, the company has tried to limit the fallout by taking over all 225 McDonald's in the country with the purchase of Alyonal Limited, its Israeli franchise. Our hearts remain with the communities and families impacted by the war in the Middle East. We abhor violence of any kind and firmly stand against hate speech, and we will always proudly open our doors to everyone, McDonald's statement, via 'The Indepndent'. Our hearts remain with the communities and families impacted by the war in the Middle East. We abhor violence of any kind and firmly stand against hate speech, and we will always proudly open our doors to everyone, McDonald's statement, via 'The Indepndent'

Lok Sabha 2024: Rahul Gandhi Files Nomination in Wayanad Amid Lingering Amethi Debate |Oneindia News

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi holds a spirited roadshow in Wayanad, Kerala, ahead of filing his nomination papers for the Lok Sabha elections. Thousands of supporters join him, while CPI candidate Annie Raja also files her nomination. Criticism arises, questioning Rahul's decision to contest against Raja instead of confronting the BJP directly. The electoral dynamics in Wayanad reflect intricate alliances and fierce rivalries. #Congress #RahulGandhi #LokSabhaElections #Wayanad #KeralaElections #CPI #AnnieRaja #BJP #Amethi #CongressParty #Worldnews #Oneindia #Oneindianews ~HT.99~PR.152~ED.194~

Consumer Prices Rose 0.4% in February

Consumer Prices , Rose 0.4% in February. The Bureau of Labor Statistics released its latest data on March 12. In February 2024, prices rose 0.4% compared to January and 3.2% year-over-year, according to the Consumer Price Index (CPI). The figures, which are greater than expected, represent the biggest monthly increase since September, Yahoo Finance reports. . The index for housing rent rose 0.5% in February. Gas prices rose 3.8%. While food prices held steady for the month, they increased 2.2% year-over-year. The Federal Reserve will use the latest data to help determine its position on interest rates on March 20. . Experts predict that rates will remain unchanged for the time being. The market is now eyeing June for the possibility of rate cuts, Yahoo Finance reports. . Fed Chair Jerome Powell recently said that while interest rates will likely be cut "at some point this year," "a little bit more data" is needed.