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McDonald's Global Sales Drive Second Quarter Earnings Up 15%

Corporate

July 2010

Title	McDonald's Global Sales Drive Second Quarter Earnings Up 15% Sales
Contact	Agnes Vadnai, Director of European Communications, McDonald’s Europe
	Telephone: +44 (0)207 800 4884 Mobile: +44 (0)7590 965 539
Date	July 23rd, 2010

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McDonald’s Europe generated strong comparable sales for the second quarter against robust prior year results. France, Russia and the U.K. fuelled Europe’s 9% (14% in constant currencies) operating income increase. Upgrading the customer experience with contemporary and inviting décors, signature menu options and unique marketing promotions contributed to Europe’s second quarter performance.
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McDonald's Europe Continues Strong Performance with 5.7% Increase in Comparable Sales

Corporate

June 2010

Title	McDonald's Europe Continues Strong Performance with 5.7% Increase in Comparable Sales
Contact	Agnes Vadnai, Director of European Communications, McDonald’s Europe
	Telephone: +44 (0)207 800 4884 Mobile: +44 (0)7590 965 539
Date	June 6th, 2010

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McDonald's Europe's strong perfromance continued with May comparable sales increasing by 5.7% with a focus on four-tier menus, daypart expansion and the introduction of new products such as the McWrap in Germany.
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European Position Statement on Shrek Glass Recall in US and Canada

Corporate

June 2010

Title	European Position Statement on Shrek Glass Recall in US and Canada
Contact	Agnes Vadnai, Director of European Communications, McDonald’s Europe
	Telephone: +44 (0)207 800 4884 Mobile: +44 (0)7590 965 539
Date	June 4th, 2010

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	Shrek Glass recall - Press Release pdf (164kb)
	Shrek Glass recall - Media Statement pdf (44kb)

The recall of Shrek glasses recently announced by McDonald's USA is concerning a promotional item that was produced for and distributed in the US and in Canada only. Our customers in Europe are not affected by the recall. None of our markets in Europe are offering Shrek glasses in their current or upcoming Happy Meal promotions with Shrek.
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McDonald’s Europe Extends Partnership with UEFA for EURO 2012 and 2016

Corporate

May 2010

Title	McDonald’s Europe Extends Partnership with UEFA for EURO 2012 and 2016
Contact	Agnes Vadnai, Director of European Communications, McDonald’s Europe
	Telephone: +44 (0)207 800 4884 Mobile: +44 (0)7590 965 539
Date	May 26th, 2010

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McDonald’s Europe will once again be the official restaurant partner for UEFA EURO 2012™ and UEFA EURO 2016™ after renewing as a UEFA EUROTOP Partner with UEFA. Under the agreement, McDonald’s will operate restaurants in the Fan Zones and at stadia, providing great quality food to customers and football fans, while the company’s branding will feature on perimeter boards across all matches, consumer ticket promotions, internet and broadcast platforms.
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McDonald's 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa

Corporate

May 2010

Title	McDonald's 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa
Contact	Agnes Vadnai, Director of European Communications, McDonald’s Europe
	Telephone: +44 (0)207 800 4884 Mobile: +44 (0)7590 965 539
Date	May 14th, 2010

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As an Official Sponsor and the Official Restaurant of the 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa™, McDonald’s is bringing the excitement of the world’s most watched sporting event to life for millions of customers and employees. This marks McDonald’s fifth FIFA World Cup™ sponsorship, and a variety of programs are planned to engage football fans and share the spirit of the tournament.

McDonald's Global Comparable Sales Rise 4.9% in April

Financial

May 2010

Title	McDonald's Global Comparable Sales Rise 4.9% in April
Contact	Agnes Vadnai, Director of European Communications, McDonald’s Europe
	Telephone: +44 (0)207 800 4884 Mobile: +44 (0)7590 965 539
Date	May 10th, 2010

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In Europe, the Company’s strong performance continued as April comparable sales increased 5.3% led by positive sales growth in France, the UK, Germany and Russia. McDonald’s European business continues to benefit from customer-focused strategies around menu choice, everyday affordability and restaurant reimaging.

McDonald's Announces Strong Sales and Earnings Growth for First Quarter 2010

Financial

April 2010

Title	McDonald's Announces Strong Sales and Earnings Growth for First Quarter 2010
Contact	Agnes Vadnai, Director of European Communications, McDonald’s Europe
	Telephone: +44 (0)207 800 4884 Mobile: +44 (0)7590 965 539
Date	April 21st, 2010

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For the first quarter, performance in France, Russia and the U.K. drove Europe’s operating income up 23% (14% in constant currencies). Europe’s themed food events, three and four-price tier menus, restaurant reimaging and daypart expansion fuelled the segment’s strong performance.

McDonald's Transfers to a Development License (DL) Structure in Croatia

Corporate

Apr 2010

Title	McDonald's Transfers to a Development License (DL) Structure in Croatia
Contact	Agnes Vadnai, Director of European Communications, McDonald’s Europe
	Telephone: +44 (0)207 800 4884 Mobile: +44 (0)7590 965 539
Date	April 9th, 2010

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McDonald’s Europe transfers all its 16 restaurants in Croatia to a Developmental Licensee (DL) structure as of April 1, 2010.

McDonald’s Global Comparable Sales Increase 4.8% in February

Financial

Feb 2010

Title	McDonald’s Global Comparable Sales Increase 4.8% in February
Contact	Agnes Vadnai, Director of European Communications, McDonald’s Europe
	Telephone: +44 (0)207 800 4884 Mobile: +44 (0)7590 965 539
Date	March 8th, 2010

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In Europe, comparable sales rose 5.4% for the month fuelled by France, the U.K. and many other markets. Across Europe, performance benefited from core and seasonal products that offer value at all price tiers of the menu.

McDonald's Europe Sales Up by 4.3% in January

Financial

Feb 2010

Title	McDonald's Europe Sales Up by 4.3% in January
Contact	Agnes Vadnai, Director of European Communications, McDonald’s Europe
	Telephone: +44 (0)207 800 4884 Mobile: +44 (0)7590 965 539
Date	February 10th, 2010

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European comparable sales rose 4.3% for the month fuelled by strong sales in France, the UK and many other markets. Throughout Europe, affordable menu choices, seasonal and fourth tier menu options and a contemporary restaurant environment continue to make McDonald’s an easy choice for customers.

McDonald’s Celebrates 20th Anniversary in Russia

Corporate

Jan 2010

Title	McDonald’s Celebrates 20th Anniversary in Russia
Contact	Agnes Vadnai, Director of European Communications, McDonald’s Europe
	Telephone: +44 (0)207 800 4884 Mobile: +44 (0)7590 965 539
Date	January 29th, 2010

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McDonald’s Corporation announces plans for 20% growth in Russia in the year of its 20th Anniversary in the market. On January 31, 1990, on the day of the opening of the Pushkin Square restaurant, the first McDonald’s store in Russia, served more than 30,000 customers. Twenty years later it remains one of the busiest McDonald’s restaurants in the world, having welcomed more than 137 million customers in its long years of history.

McDonald’s Europe Continues Momentum with Comparable Sales Growth of 5.2% in 2009

Financial

Jan 2010

Title	McDonald’s Europe Continues Momentum with Comparable Sales Growth of 5.2% in 2009
Contact	Agnes Vadnai, Director of European Communications, McDonald’s Europe
	Telephone: +44 (0)207 800 4884 Mobile: +44 (0)7590 965 539
Date	January 22nd, 2010

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McDonald’s Europe delivered strong comparable sales for 2009. The UK, France and Russia led the segment’s operating income growth for the fourth quarter.

Emphasis on fourth-tier menu development, premium product innovation, daypart expansion and restaurant reimaging continued to provide an appealing restaurant experience and drive market share gains.

McDonald’s Corporation Elects Don Thompson as President and COO; Jan Fields and Jim Johannesen Named to Lead McDonald’s USA

Corporate

Jan 2010

Title	McDonald’s Corporation Elects Don Thompson as President and COO; Jan Fields and Jim Johannesen Named to Lead McDonald’s USA
Contact	Agnes Vadnai, Director of European Communications, McDonald’s Europe
	Telephone: +44 (0)207 800 4884 Mobile: +44 (0)7590 965 539
Date	January 11th, 2010

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(Oak Brook, Illinois) - Jim Skinner, Chief Executive Officer of McDonald’s Corporation, today announced that Don Thompson, currently President of McDonald USA, has been elected to the role of President and Chief Operating Officer, with oversight responsibility for the company’s 32,000 restaurants worldwide.

McDonald’s Europe Records Positive Comparable Sales Growth of 2.5%

Financial

Dec 2009

Title	McDonald’s Europe Records Positive Comparable Sales Growth of 2.5%
Contact	Agnes Vadnai, Director of European Communications, McDonald’s Europe
	Telephone: +44 (0)207 800 4884 Mobile: +44 (0)7590 965 539
Date	December 8th, 2009

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In Europe, comparable sales rose for the month driven by the UK and France, somewhat offset by performance in Germany. Europe’s continued focus on fourth-tier menu development, premium product innovation and daypart expansion contributed to November’s results.

McDonald’s Chief Operating Officer Ralph Alvarez to Retire

Corporate

Dec 2009

Title	McDonald’s Chief Operating Officer Ralph Alvarez to Retire
Contact	Agnes Vadnai, Director of European Communications, McDonald’s Europe
	Telephone: +44 (0)207 800 4884 Mobile: +44 (0)7590 965 539
Date	December 2nd, 2009

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McDonald’s Chief Executive Officer Jim Skinner announced today that Ralph Alvarez has decided to retire as President and Chief Operating Officer of the company for health-related reasons.

McDonald’s Plan to Win Continues to Drive Growth

Financial

Nov 2009

Title	McDonald’s Plan to Win Continues to Drive Growth
Contact	Agnes Vadnai, Director of European Communications, McDonald’s Europe
	Telephone: +44 (0)207 800 4884 Mobile: +44 (0)7590 965 539
Date	November 12th, 2009

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During the Company’s investor meeting today, McDonald’s Corporation Chief Executive Officer Jim Skinner and members of senior management outlined the Company’s priorities to continue to drive growth in sales, market share and returns through a strategic focus on its customers and restaurants under the successful Plan to Win.

McDonald’s October Global Comparable Sales Increase 3.3%

Financial

Nov 2009

Title	McDonald’s October Global Comparable Sales Increase 3.3%
Contact	Agnes Vadnai, Director of European Communications, McDonald’s Europe
	Telephone: +44 (0)207 800 4884 Mobile: +44 (0)7590 965 539
Date	November 9th, 2009

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In Europe, comparable sales rose 6.4% for the month, driven by positive results in the U.K., France and Germany. Throughout Europe, premium menu options, iconic core products and an expanding line of mid-tier offerings – all at a good value – contributed to October sales.

McDonald’s Europe Iceland Statement

Corporate

Oct 2009

Title	McDonald’s Europe Iceland Statement
Contact	Agnes Vadnai, Director of European Communications, McDonald’s Europe
	Telephone: +44 (0)207 800 4884 Mobile: +44 (0)7590 965 539
Date	October 27th, 2009

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We have reached a common agreement with Jon Ogmundsson, our Franchisee in Iceland, that the unique operational complexity of doing business in Iceland combined with the very challenging economic climate in the country makes it financially prohibitive to continue the business.

McDonald’s Third Quarter Earnings Rise on Strong Global Results

Financial

Oct 2009

Title	McDonald’s Third Quarter Earnings Rise on Strong Global Results
Contact	Agnes Vadnai, Director of European Communications, McDonald’s Europe
	Telephone: +44 (0)207 800 4884 Mobile: +44 (0)7590 965 539
Date	October 22nd, 2009

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McDonald’s Europe delivered strong third quarter comparable sales driving a 10% increase in operating income in constant currencies. Locally relevant premium products and promotions combined with compelling value drove the segment’s quarterly performance.

McDonald’s August Global Comparable Sales Rise 2.2%

Financial

Sep 2009

Title	McDonald’s August Global Comparable Sales Rise 2.2%
Contact	Agnes Vadnai, Director of European Communications, McDonald’s Europe
	Telephone: +44 (0)207 800 4884 Mobile: +44 (0)7590 965 539
Date	September 9th, 2009

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In Europe, the Company’s tiered menu approach, which includes locally relevant limited-time food offerings, and popular marketing tie-ins helped drive comparable sales up 3.5% on top of very strong prior year growth. Leading this performance were the U.K., France and Russia.

McDonald’s Reports Global Comparable Sales Up 4.3% in July

Financial

Aug 2009

Title	McDonald’s Reports Global Comparable Sales Up 4.3% in July
Contact	Agnes Vadnai, Director of European Communications, McDonald’s Europe
	Telephone: +44 (0)207 800 4884 Mobile: +44 (0)7590 965 539
Date	August 11th, 2009

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In Europe, strong sales growth in France, the U.K. and many other markets drove comparable sales up 7.2%. McDonald’s tiered-menu approach complemented by popular local summertime offerings drove Europe’s results.

McDonald’s Europe Delivers Strong Second Quarter Results with 6.9% Comparable Sales Growth

Financial

July 2009

Title	McDonald’s Europe Delivers Strong Second Quarter Results with 6.9% Comparable Sales Growth
Contact	Agnes Vadnai, Director of European Communications, McDonald’s Europe
	Telephone: +44 (0)207 800 4884 Mobile: +44 (0)7590 965 539
Date	July 23th, 2009

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McDonald’s Europe has delivered strong second quarter comparable sales led by performance in the UK, France and Russia. In constant currencies, Europe’s second quarter operating income rose 10%. Alignment behind Europe's key priorities of enhancing local relevance, upgrading the customer and employee experience and building brand transparency continues to deliver results.

McDonald’s Europe Reveals Plans for a New European Head Office

Corporate

July 2009

Title	McDonald’s Europe Reveals Plans for a New European Head Office.
Contact	Agnes Vadnai, Director of European Communications, McDonald’s Europe
	Telephone: +44 (0)207 800 4884 Mobile: +44 (0)7590 965 539
Date	July 15th, 2009

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15 July, 2009: McDonald’s Europe today announced the creation of a new European head office in Geneva, Switzerland, which is expected to open by year-end. The new head office will bring together most of the European senior leadership in a single location for the first time and, among other objectives, enable the Company to optimise management and franchising across Europe

McDonald’s Europe Launches Flagship Farms Initiative to Raise Standards in Sustainability Across the Continent

Corporate

June 2009

Title	McDonald’s Europe Launches Flagship Farms Initiative to Raise Standards in Sustainability Across the Continent
Contact	Agnes Vadnai, Director of European Communications, McDonald’s Europe
	Telephone: +44 (0)207 800 4884 Mobile: +44 (0)7590 965 539
Date	June 18th, 2009

Site	www.flagshipfarms.eu
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McDonald’s Europe has launched the new Flagship Farms programme, designed to promote and share the benefits of sustainable agricultural practices via real case studies from real farms in our supply chain.

McDonald’s Delivers Another Strong Month; May Global Comparable Sales up 5.1%

Financial

June 2009

Title	McDonald’s Delivers Another Strong Month; May Global Comparable Sales up 5.1%
Contact	Agnes Vadnai, Director of European Communications, McDonald’s Europe
	Telephone: +44 (0)207 800 4884 Mobile: +44 (0)7590 965 539
Date	June 8th, 2009

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In Europe, strong performance in the U.K., France, Germany and Russia drove comparable sales up 7.6%. European customers continue to respond to daypart expansion, menu variety and everyday affordability initiatives.

McDonald’s Europe Momentum Continues; April Global Comparable Sales Up 6.9%

Financial

May 2009

Title	McDonald’s Momentum Continues; April Global Comparable Sales Up 6.9%
Contact	Agnes Vadnai, Director of European Communications, McDonald’s Europe
	Telephone: +44 (0)207 800 4884 Mobile: +44 (0)7590 965 539
Date	May 8th, 2009

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Europe delivered strong comparable sales growth of 8.4% for the month, partly due to the benefit of the Easter holiday shift. Leading Europe’s performance was the UK, where customers embraced our tiered menu offerings, as well as the popular Monopoly promotion. France, Russia and Germany also posted positive comparable sales

UK, France and Russia Drive Comparable Sales Increase of 3.4% at McDonald’s Europe

Financial

Apr 2009

Title	UK, France and Russia Drive Comparable Sales Increase of 3.4% at McDonald’s Europe
Contact	Agnes Vadnai, Director of European Communications, McDonald’s Europe
	Telephone: +44 (0)207 800 4884 Mobile: +44 (0)7590 965 539
Date	April 22nd, 2009

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Led by the UK, France and Russia, Europe delivered solid first quarter comparable sales despite the shift in timing of Easter-related school and business holidays from March 2008 to April 2009. McDonald’s continues to gain market share as tiered-pricing menus, seasonal food events and day-part expansion in the morning and late night hours connect with customers.

McDonald’s Opens its Doors to Artistic Interpretation

Corporate

Apr 2009

Title	McDonald’s Opens its Doors to Artistic Interpretation
Contact	Agnes Vadnai, Director of European Communications, McDonald’s Europe
	Telephone: +44 (0)207 800 4884 Mobile: +44 (0)7590 965 539
Date	April 2nd, 2009

Site	www.designgraphics4mcdo.com
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Graphic Design Contest for Students - Winning Entry Receiving €5,000
For the first time, McDonald’s Europe is giving customers a chance to have their artistic interpretation of the McDonald’s brand displayed in restaurants throughout Europe by launching a graphic design contest for students over the age of 18.

McDonald’s Global Comparable Sales Rise in February

Financial

Mar 2009

Title	McDonald’s Global Comparable Sales Rise in February
Contact	Agnes Vadnai, Director of European Communications, McDonald’s Europe
	Telephone: +44 (0)207 800 4800 Mobile: +44 (0)7590 965 539
Date	March 9th, 2009

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In Europe, comparable sales decreased 0.2% for the month, reflecting a negative calendar shift of approximately 4.2 percentage points due to leap year. Excluding this calendar shift, comparable sales increased 4.0% as Europe’s unique premium menu offerings and compelling value contributed to sales growth, led by the UK. and Russia.

Premium Menu Offerings and Classic Favourites Drive 7.1% Comparable Sales Growth at McDonald’s Europe

Financial

Feb 2009

Title	McDonald’s Reports Global Sales Up 7.1%
Contact	Agnes Vadnai, Director of European Communications, McDonald’s Europe
	Telephone: +44 (0)207 800 4800 Mobile: +44 (0)7590 965 539
Date	February 9th, 2009

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McDonald’s Corporation announced today that global comparable sales increased 7.1% in January. Systemwide sales for McDonald’s worldwide restaurants were up 2.6% for the month, or 9.1% in constant currencies.

In Europe, the UK, France, and Russia led January’s 7.1% comparable sales increase. Across Europe, the combination of premium menu offerings, classic favourites and everyday affordability continue to deliver results.

Jerome Tafani appointed as McDonald’s Europe Chief Financial Officer

Corporate

Feb 2009

Title	Jerome Tafani appointed as McDonald’s Europe Chief Financial Officer
Contact	Agnes Vadnai, Director of European Communications, McDonald’s Europe
	Telephone: +44 (0)207 800 4800 Mobile: +44 (0)7590 965 539
Date	February 2nd, 2009

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McDonald’s Europe is pleased to announce the appointment of Jerome Tafani as Chief Financial Officer and Corporate Senior Vice President.

McDonald’s Delivers Another Year of Strong Results in 2008

Financial

Jan 2009

Title	McDonald’s Corporation today announced strong operating results for the fourth quarter and the year, driven by global comparable sales growth.
Contact	Agnes Vadnai, Director of European Communications, McDonald’s Europe
	Telephone: +44 (0)207 800 4800 Mobile: +44 (0)7590 965 539
Date	January 26th, 2009

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McDonald’s Corporation today announced strong operating results for the fourth quarter and the year, driven by global comparable sales growth.

France, UK and Russia Drive Comparable Sales Growth of 7.8% at McDonald’s Europe

Financial

Dec 2008

Title	McDonald’s Delivers Another Month of Strong Global Sales - November Up 7.7
Contact	Agnes Vadnai, Director of European Communications, McDonald’s Europe
	Telephone: +44 (0)207 800 4800 Mobile: +44 (0)7590 965 539
Date	November 10th, 2008

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McDonald’s Corporation announced today that global comparable sales increased 7.7% in November. Systemwide sales for McDonald’s worldwide restaurants were up 1.9% for the month, or 9.6% in constant currencies.

McDonald’s Europe Continues Growth with 9.8% Comparable Sales Increase in October

Financial

Nov 2008

Title	McDonald’s Continues To Deliver - Global Comparable Sales Up 8.2% in October
Contact	Agnes Vadnai, Director of European Communications, McDonald’s Europe
	Telephone: +44 (0)207 800 4800 Mobile: +44 (0)7590 965 539
Date	November 10th, 2008
Site	http://www.mcdonalds.com/corp/news/fnpr/2008/fpr_111008.html

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McDonald’s Corporation announced today that global comparable sales rose 8.2% in October. Systemwide sales for McDonald’s worldwide restaurants increased 5.4% for the month, or 9.9% in constant currencies.

McDonald’s Rolls out New Generation of Global Packaging

Corporate

Oct 2008

Title	McDonald’s Rolls out New Generation of Global Packaging
Contact	Agnes Vadnai, Director of European Communications, McDonald’s Europe
	Telephone: +44 (0)207 800 4800 Mobile: +44 (0)7590 965 539
Date	October 29th, 2008
Site	http://mcdepk.com/NewGlobalPackaging/index.html

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Beginning in November 2008, McDonald’s will introduce its new generation of global packaging, the most comprehensive rollout in the Brand’s history. All 118 McDonald’s countries will participate in this rollout over the next two years, putting the Brand’s food quality story front and center and directly into the hands of customers - some 56 million every day.

McDonald’s Europe Third Quarter Sales Up 8.3%

Financial

Oct 2008

Title	McDonald’s Global Comparable Sales Fuel Strong Third Quarter Results
Contact	Agnes Vadnai, Director of European Communications, McDonald’s Europe
	Telephone: +44 (0)207 800 4800 Mobile: +44 (0)7590 965 539
Date	October 22th, 2008
Site	http://www.mcdonalds.com/corp/news/fnpr/2008/fpr_102208.html

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McDonald’s Corporation today announced strong operating results for the third quarter, driven by global comparable sales growth of 7.1%. "The strength of McDonald’s ongoing results is a testament to our multi-dimensional Plan to Win, which features quality food, compelling value at every level of our menu and dependable convenience," said Chief Executive Officer Jim Skinner. "Our unwavering commitment to providing an outstanding restaurant experience to every customer, every time is driving comparable sales momentum and profitability growth in each area of the world.”

McDonald’s Raises Dividend 33%

Financial

Sep 2008

Title	McDonald’s Raises Dividend 33%
Contact	Agnes Vadnai, Director of European Communications, McDonald’s Europe
	Telephone: +44 (0)207 800 4800 Mobile: +44 (0)7590 965 539
Date	September 25th, 2008
Site	http://www.mcdonalds.com/corp/news/fnpr/2008/dividend_increase_release.html

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McDonald’s Board of Directors today declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.50 per share of common stock payable on December 15, 2008 to shareholders of record at the close of business on December 1.

McDonald’s Delivers Another Strong Month; August Comparable Sales Up 11.6% in Europe

Financial

Sep 2008

Title	McDonald’s Delivers Another Strong Month; August Comparable Sales Up 11.6% in Europe
Contact	Agnes Vadnai, Director of European Communications, McDonald’s Europe
	Telephone: +44 (0)207 800 4800 Mobile: +44 (0)7590 965 539
Date	September 9th, 2008
Site	http://www.mcdonalds.com/corp/news/fnpr/2008/fpr_090908.html

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McDonald’s Corporation announced today that global comparable sales increased 8.5% in August.

Romania, Norway and Switzerland Join McPassport Programme

Corporate

Sep 2008

Title	Romania, Norway and Switzerland Join McPassport Programme
Contact	Vanessa Mato
	+44 207 800 4743
Date	September 1st, 2008
Site	http://www.yourtalentmcd.eu

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McDonald’s Europe is delighted to announce Romania, Norway and Switzerland will be joining the McPassport scheme effective from September 1st 2008.

McDonald’s Europe Empowers Children to Become the Next Green Generation

Corporate

Aug 2008

Title	McDonald’s Europe Empowers children to Become the Next Green Generation
Contact	Agnes Vadnai, Director of European Communications, McDonald’s Europe
	Telephone: +44 (0)207 800 4800 Mobile: +44 (0)7590 965 539
Date	August 8th, 2008
Site	www.fragileplanet.eu

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McDonald’s has recently launched a new Happy Meal focused on endangered animals to engage children in a fun and informative way around the threats to our environment.

McDonald’s Sales Momentum Continues; European Sales Up 7.6% in July

Financial

Aug 2008

Title	Mcdonald’s Sales Momentum Continues; Global Comparable Sales up 8.0% in July
Contact	Agnes Vadnai, Director of European Communications, McDonald’s Europe
	Telephone: +44 (0)207 800 4800 Mobile: +44 (0)7590 965 539

Date	8th August, 2008
Site	http://www.mcdonalds.com/corp/news/fnpr/2008/fpr_080808.html

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OAK BROOK, IL – McDonald’s Corporation announced today that global comparable sales increased 8.0% in July. Systemwide sales for McDonald’s worldwide restaurants rose 15.9% in July, or 9.5% in constant currencies.

Global Comparable Sales Drive Strong Second Quarter Results at McDonald’s

Financial

Jul 2008

Title	Global Comparable Sales Drive Strong Second Quarter Results at McDonald’s
Contact	Agnes Vadnai, Director of European Communications, McDonald’s Europe
	Telephone: +44 (0)207 800 4800 Mobile: +44 (0)7590 965 539
Date	23rd July, 2008
Site	http://www.mcdonalds.com/corp/news/fnpr/2008/fpr_072308.html

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OAK BROOK, IL — McDonald’s Corporation today announced strong operating results for the second quarter, driven by global comparable sales growth of 6.1%.

"Our strategic focus on putting the customer first in everything we do continues to yield outstanding operating results," said Chief Executive Officer Jim Skinner. "For the quarter, we grew comparable sales and guest counts across all geographic segments and delivered increased profitability. These results are a testament to the strength and resilience of McDonald’s Plan to Win."

May Sees McDonald’s Global Comparable Sales Increase; Europe Up 9.6% in May

Financial

Jun 2008

Title	McDonald’s Global Comparable Sales Up 7.7% in May
Contact	Agnes Vadnai, Director of European Communications, McDonald’s Europe
	Telephone: +44 (0)207 800 4800 Mobile: +44 (0)7590 965 539
Date	June 9th, 2008
Site	http://www.mcdonalds.com/corp/news/fnpr/2008/fpr_060908.html

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OAK BROOK, IL – McDonald’s Corporation announced today that global comparable sales increased 7.7% in May and 7.0% year-to-date. Systemwide sales for McDonald’s worldwide restaurants increased 16.0% in May, or 9.1% in constant currencies.

McDonald’s Announces Quarterly Cash Dividend

Financial

May 2008

Title	McDonald’s Announces Quarterly Cash Dividend
Contact	Agnes Vadnai, Director of European Communications, McDonald’s Europe
	Telephone: +44 (0)207 800 4800 Mobile: +44 (0)7590 965 539
Date	22nd May, 2008
Site	http://www.mcdonalds.com/corp/news/fnpr/2008/5_22_08_dividend_release.html

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On May 21, 2008, McDonald’s Board of Directors declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.375 cents per share of common stock payable on June 23, 2008 to shareholders of record at the close of business on June 9, 2008.

New M Burger™ in France and Germany Contributes to 6.3% April Sales Increase at McDonald’s Europe

Financial

May 2008

Title	McDonald’s Momentum Continues; Global Comparable Sales Up 5.0% in April
Contact	Agnes Vadnai, Director of European Communications, McDonald’s Europe
	Telephone: +44 (0)207 800 4800 Mobile: +44 (0)7590 965 539
Date	8th May, 2008
Site	http://www.mcdonalds.com/corp/news/fnpr/2008/fpr_050808.html

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OAK BROOK, IL – McDonald’s Corporation announced today that global comparable sales increased 5.0% in April and 6.8% year-to-date. Systemwide sales for McDonald’s worldwide restaurants increased 13.7% in April, or 6.5% in constant currencies.

McDonald’s Europe Receives ‘Good Egg’ Award from Compassion in World Farming

Coporate

Apr 2008

Title	McDonald’s Europe Receives ‘Good Egg’ Award from Compassion in World Farming; Over 95% of Eggs in EU Countries Now Free-Range
Contact	Vanessa Mato
	+44 207 800 4743
Date	April 16th, 2008
Site	http://www.thegoodeggawards.com/

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Company commits to build on good work by completely phasing out use of ‘caged’ whole eggs in EU restaurants by end 2010.

McDonald’s Europe Recognised for its Commitment to Sustainability at European Business Awards

Corporate

Mar 2008

Title	McDonald’s Europe Recognised for its Commitment to Sustainability at European Business Awards
Contact	Vanessa Mato
	+44 207 800 4743
Date	March 11th, 2008
Site	http://www.businessawardseurope.com/

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McDonald’s Europe has been nominated for a prestigious Ruban d’Honneur at the European Business Awards, recognising its commitment to Sustainability.

Comparable Sales Up 15.4% at McDonald’s Europe in February

Financial

Mar 2008

Title	McDonald’s Reports February Comparable Sales Up 11.7%
Contact	Agnes Vadnai, Director of European Communications, McDonald’s Europe
	Telephone: +44 (0)207 800 4800 Mobile: +44 (0)7590 965 539
Date	10th March, 2008
Site	http://www.mcdonalds.com/corp/news/fnpr/2008/fpr_031008.html

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OAK BROOK, IL – McDonald’s Corporation announced today that global comparable sales rose 11.7% for the month and 8.6% for year-to-date February. Systemwide sales for McDonald’s worldwide restaurants increased 19.9% in February, or 13.2% in constant currencies. McDonald’s February sales results reflect strong performance across each business segment, as well as a benefit of about 4 percentage points from an extra day due to leap year.

"Our focus on our customers around the world continues to deliver results and drive McDonald’s global business," said McDonald’s Chief Executive Officer Jim Skinner. “Through the Plan to Win, we're committed to providing our customers the menu variety they want, with the convenience and value they expect from McDonald’s.”

Strong Start to 2008 as McDonald’s Europe's Comparable Sales Rise to 8.2%

Financial

Feb 2008

Title	McDonald’s Continues to Deliver Strong Global Results - January Comparable Sales Rise 5.7%
Contact	Agnes Vadnai, Director of European Communications, McDonald’s Europe
	Telephone: +44 (0)207 800 4800 Mobile: +44 (0)7590 965 539
Date	8th February, 2008
Site	http://www.mcdonalds.com/corp/news/fnpr/2008/fpr_020808.html

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OAK BROOK, IL – McDonald’s Corporation announced today that global comparable sales rose 5.7% for the month of January. Systemwide sales for worldwide restaurants increased 13.4% in January, or 7.1% in constant currencies.

"We continue to drive our business with an unwavering commitment to our customers," said McDonald’s Chief Executive Officer Jim Skinner. "Consumers are busier than ever, and McDonald’s is their ideal choice for quick, convenient and affordable meals."

McDonald’s Business Momentum Drives Strong Results for 2007; Europe Reports 7.6% Sales Growth

Financial

Jan 2008

Title	McDonald’s Business Momentum Drives Strong Results for 2007
Contact	Agnes Vadnai, Director of European Communications, McDonald’s Europe
	Telephone: +44 (0)207 800 4800 Mobile: +44 (0)7590 965 539
Date	28th January, 2008
Site	http://www.mcdonalds.com/corp/news/fnpr/2008/fpr_012808.html

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OAK BROOK, IL — McDonald’s Corporation today announced strong operating results for the fourth quarter and year, fueled by strong comparable sales.

Chief Executive Officer Jim Skinner commented, "McDonald’s consolidated performance continues to reflect our enduring profitable growth with comparable sales up 6.8% for the year – one of our strongest increases since the initiation of our Plan to Win. We continue to drive our business by linking consumer insights to our strategies of convenience, branded affordability and innovative menu offerings."

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