McDonald's Tests New Mix-and-Match Bundle Amid Market Share Shifts
What happened
McDonald's Corp. is rolling out a new mix-and-match bundle at select U.S. stores, allowing customers to pick two items from a lineup that includes the McDouble burger, the McChicken sandwich, six pieces of chicken nuggets and fries, for $3.50 to $4. This is part of the company's effort to sharpen its value menu, following slow growth for established U.S. locations last quarter. Chris Kempczinski previously stated that a new entry-level value program was a big part of McDonald's plan to strengthen its U.S. business.
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Why it matters
The rollout occurs as market share shifts are happening among major fast-food chains. The new strategy is one alternative McDonald's is testing to offer choice and value, especially since a prior promotion featuring about 10 items under $3 did not draw as many diners as expected.
Market share shifts are occurring among major fast-food chains, prompting CEO commentary on value menu execution.
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Who's involved
- Chris KempczinskiCEO of McDonald's, who discussed the need for a new entry-level value program.
- McDonald'sThe fast food restaurant chain rolling out the new mix-and-match bundle.
Who could feel it
Possible knock-on effectsThese are possibilities Brind reasoned out, not predictions, and not advice. Most are not stated in any report.
- McDonald'sSpeculative
The new value menu strategy might boost sales and help address slow growth in established U.S. locations.
- Wendy'sSpeculative
Wendy's may be forced to make price or promotion adjustments due to competitive pressure from McDonald's.
Possible ripples
Who this could reach next, traced step by step from the reporting. Possibilities worth considering, not forecasts.- McDonald's value bundles may pressure Wendy's pricing strategyMcDonald's aggressive value menu rollout may force Wendy's to adjust its pricing strategies.Possible
- McDonald's value menu strategy could challenge Taco Bell's market shareTaco Bell may face increased competitive pressure from McDonald's value menu push.Possible
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The entities involved
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Burger King
global chain of hamburger fast food restaurants headquartered in Florida, United States
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Chris Kempczinski
American business executive, CEO of McDonald's
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