McDonald’s global sales edge higher despite drag from UK diners McDonald’s has revealed its sales weakened in the UK last year while the fast-food giant enjoyed a rebound in demand from diners in the Middle East following boycotts.
Meanwhile, McDonald’s saw sales pick up in one of its international divisions, led by diners in the Middle East and Japan.
It marks a rebound after being affected by some customers across the Middle East and markets like Indonesia and Malaysia boycotting the chain for months over its perceived support for Israel during the Israel-Gaza conflict.
McDonald’s said a positive performance in most international markets was partly offset by sales declining year-on-year in the UK.
The business has also faced fresh sexual harassment allegations from staff in the UK, with its boss admitting the claims were “abhorrent” and that it was taking action to deal with the problem.
