Financing
A lot of McDonald’s franchisees left the system last year
A record 1,700 restaurants changed hands last year and more than a quarter of franchisee units have either closed or been sold since 2019.
Financing
'Mass exodus': McDonald's franchisees are leaving the system
A record 1,700 stores changed hands last year. High valuations and a difficult operating environment are leading many franchisees to sell their restaurants. But some say culture problems, low morale and constant disputes are playing a major role.