McDonald’s earnings beat estimates as chain’s value push pays off

McDonald’s earnings beat estimates as chain’s value push pays off

McDonald’s on Wednesday reported quarterly earnings and revenue that topped analysts’ expectations as its value push wins back customers. “By listening to customers and taking action, we have improved traffic and strengthened our value & affordability scores,” CEO Chris Kempczinski said in a statement. Here’s what the company reported compared with what Wall Street was…

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Kraft Heinz pauses work to split the company as new CEO says 'challenges are fixable'

Kraft Heinz pauses work to split the company as new CEO says ‘challenges are fixable’

Kraft Heinz in September 2025 announced plans to split into two separately traded companies, reversing its 2015 megamerger, which was orchestrated by billionaire investor Warren Buffett. Justin Sullivan | Getty Images News | Getty Images Kraft Heinz on Wednesday said it is pausing work on its previously announced plans to split the company. CEO Steve…

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PepsiCo's drink sales are improving, and it's planning to cut snack prices

PepsiCo’s drink sales are improving, and it’s planning to cut snack prices

PepsiCo on Tuesday reported quarterly earnings and revenue that topped analysts’ expectations, fueled by improving organic sales across its business. Demand for the company’s snacks has been sluggish as consumers balk at higher prices. This year, Pepsi plans to lower prices on products like chips from its North American food division to “improve competitiveness and the purchase…

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Pfizer beats quarterly estimates despite Covid product decline, reaffirms modest outlook

Pfizer beats quarterly estimates despite Covid product decline, reaffirms modest outlook

Albert Bourla, CEO of Pfizer, speaking on Squawk on the Street at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland on Jan. 20, 2026. Oscar Molina | CNBC Pfizer on Tuesday reported fourth-quarter results that topped estimates even amid dwindling demand for its Covid products, while reaffirming its modest 2026 guidance that rattled investors in December….

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