http://www.mcdpressoffice.eu/ McDonalds Europe Virtual Press Office en-us http://www.mcdpressoffice.eu/pressreleases/article111.php Europe posted a 4% increase in comparable sales for January driven by performance in the UK, Russia, Germany and France. Amidst on-going economic challenges, McDonald’s core menu options, rotating premium and mid-tier offerings and on-going restaurant reimaging provided customers with compelling value and a relevant experience that drove the segment’s comparable sales increase for the month. http://www.mcdpressoffice.eu/pressreleases/article110.php Europe generated strong comparable sales results and market share gains for the quarter and year in the face of on-going economic uncertainty. France, the UK, Russia and Germany led the segment’s operating income growth for both periods. Emphasis on unique promotional food events, fourth-tier menu development and restaurant reimaging continued to provide an appealing customer experience and contributed to the segment’s performance. http://www.mcdpressoffice.eu/pressreleases/article108.php Europe posted a 6.5% increase in comparable sales for November driven by performance in the U.K., France, Russia and Germany. Throughout Europe, an expanding variety of premium and mid-tier products, exciting promotional food and marketing events, and reimaged restaurants enhanced the McDonald’s experience and drove the segment’s comparable sales increase for the month. http://www.mcdpressoffice.eu/pressreleases/article107.php Europe posted a 4.8% increase in comparable sales for the month driven by performance in France, Russia and the UK. The segment continued to benefit from locally-relevant menu choices, promotional food events, everyday value options and reimaged restaurants that are more convenient and accessible. http://www.mcdpressoffice.eu/pressreleases/article106.php McDonald’s Europe produced comparable sales of 4.9% driven by tiered-menus that offer premium, core and everyday value selections, unique promotional food events that capitalise on customers’ desire for variety, and ongoing restaurant modernisation efforts. France, Russia, Germany and the UK led the segment’s sales and operating income growth. http://www.mcdpressoffice.eu/pressreleases/article105.php In Europe, comparable sales for the month rose 2.7% led by performance in the U.K and Russia. Europe’s premium offerings, locally-relevant food events and the ongoing benefit of modernised restaurants contributed to the month’s results. http://www.mcdpressoffice.eu/pressreleases/article104.php Thanks to Jim Skinners’ no-nonsense leadership, the global restaurant is doing better than ever. http://mcdpressoffice.eu/pressreleases/ McDonald’s Corporation Chief Executive Officer Jim Skinner today announced that Steve Easterbrook will resign as President of McDonald’s Europe effective September 30, 2011. Easterbrook, 44, is joining the privately owned Gondola Group and will assume operational leadership of the international restaurant brand PizzaExpress as Chief Executive. http://mcdpressoffice.eu/pressreleases/ The strength of McDonald’s European business continued with July comparable sales up 5.3% led by performance in the UK, Russia and Germany. Premium beef and chicken offerings, the growing popularity of breakfast and the ongoing benefit of restaurant reimaging contributed to the month’s results. http://mcdpressoffice.eu/pressreleases/ McDonald’s Europe delivered strong comparable sales increases for the second quarter. Operating income increased 24% (10% in constant currencies) led by robust performance in France, the UK and Russia. The ongoing restaurant modernisation efforts, as well as the segment’s focus on premium menu offerings and unique food events, contributed to Europe’s second quarter performance. http://mcdpressoffice.eu/pressreleases/ David Fairhurst, Chief People Officer of McDonald’s Europe, has been appointed to act as a Commissioner for the UK Commission for Employment and Skills by Business Secretary Vince Cable. http://mcdpressoffice.eu/pressreleases/ McDonald’s Europe today announced that the first McDonald’s restaurant will open in Sarajevo, the capital city of Bosnia and Herzegovina in the third quarter of 2011, and will be followed by additional restaurants, including an opening in Banja Luka, which is subject to local authority approval. http://mcdpressoffice.eu/pressreleases/ In Europe, May comparable sales increased 2.3% driven by strong performance in France, Russia and the U.K., partially offset by Germany. Key contributors to Europe’s May results included premium menu offerings such as McWraps and the 1955 burger, limited-time food events like the U.K.’s Great Tastes of America campaign, and the ongoing benefit of modernized locations that are differentiating the McDonald’s experience. http://mcdpressoffice.eu/pressreleases/ In a landmark move for sustainability, McDonald’s has today announced that over 13 million customers every day across Europe will be able to buy Marine Stewardship Council (MSC) certified sustainable fish in McDonald’s restaurants from October this year. http://mcdpressoffice.eu/pressreleases/ The strength of McDonald’s European business continued with April comparable sales up 6.5% led by performance in the U.K, France and Russia. April’s results were driven by emphasis on premium beef and chicken options, unique dessert offerings and the ongoing benefit of restaurant reimaging. http://mcdpressoffice.eu/pressreleases/ Strong comparable sales in the U.K., France and Russia as well as positive comparable sales in Germany drove Europe’s first quarter results. For the quarter, Europe delivered double-digit operating income growth of 12% (12% in constant currencies). Ongoing emphasis on everyday affordability, classic core menu favourites, signature food events and ongoing restaurant reimaging contributed to performance across many markets. http://mcdpressoffice.eu/pressreleases/ McDonald’s Corporation today announced its Sustainable Land Management Commitment (SLMC), a significant advancement in the company’s effort to ensure the food served in its restaurants around the world is sourced from certified sustainable sources. http://mcdpressoffice.eu/pressreleases/ In Europe, comparable sales rose 5.1% in February led by France, the U.K. and Russia. Unique premium menu offerings, including France’s new premium beef campaign and the Big Tasty featured in the U.K, ongoing restaurant modernisation and enhanced customer conveniences contributed to the month’s results. http://mcdpressoffice.eu/pressreleases/ Jill McDonald speaks about the modernisation of the brand, her career with McDonald’s and what’s next on the menu for the UK business. http://mcdpressoffice.eu/pressreleases/ In Europe, January comparable sales rose 7.0% led by strong performance in Germany, the U.K., France and Russia. Europe’s performance continues to be driven by signature offerings and new products across all price tiers, service and design upgrades to the restaurant experience, and increased accessibility through breakfast and Drive-thru. http://mcdpressoffice.eu/pressreleases/pressreleases_2010_q3.php In Europe, November comparable sales rose 4.9% due to strong performance in France, Germany, Russia and the U.K. Europe’s focus on premium products such as the McWraps in Germany, four-tiered menu pricing and ongoing restaurant modernization contributed to these results. http://mcdpressoffice.eu/pressreleases/pressreleases_2010_q3.php In Europe, October comparable sales rose 5.8% due to strong performance in France, the U.K. and Russia. Europe’s focus on elevating the customer experience with a blend of menu variety and choice, along with updated restaurants that are more convenient and accessible, contributed to the segment’s October performance. http://mcdpressoffice.eu/pressreleases/pressreleases_2010_q3.php The McDonald’s Corporation Board of Directors today elected Steve Easterbrook, currently McDonald’s Executive Vice President and Global Chief Brand Officer, as President of McDonald’s Europe effective December 1, 2010. http://mcdpressoffice.eu/pressreleases/pressreleases_2010_q3.php McDonald’s Corporation today announced that Denis Hennequin will resign as President of McDonald’s Europe to become Chief Executive Officer of the Accor Hotel Group. http://mcdpressoffice.eu/pressreleases/pressreleases_2010_q3.php McDonald’s Europe delivered comparable sales increases and grew operating income by 3% (12% in constant currencies) in the third quarter, despite a challenging informal eating out marketplace. Throughout Europe, McDonald’s emphasis on providing signature menu favourites across all price-tiers, reimaging to create a more inviting restaurant experience and extending McDonald’s convenience with expanded operating hours resonated with consumers and contributed to the segment’s results. http://mcdpressoffice.eu/pressreleases/pressreleases_2010_q3.php Guillaume Klossa has been appointed Vice-President of McDonald’s France and member of the Executive committee responsible for communication, public affairs and sustainable development. http://www.mcdpressoffice.eu/pressreleases.php?id=74 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. http://www.mcdpressoffice.eu/pressreleases.php?id=73 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. http://www.mcdpressoffice.eu/pressreleases.php?id=72 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. http://www.mcdpressoffice.eu/pressreleases.php?id=71 McDonald's Transfers to a Development License (DL) Structure in Croatia http://www.mcdpressoffice.eu/pressreleases.php?id=70 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. http://www.mcdpressoffice.eu/pressreleases.php?id=69 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. http://www.mcdpressoffice.eu/pressreleases.php?id=68 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. http://www.mcdpressoffice.eu/pressreleases.php?id=67 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. http://www.mcdpressoffice.eu/pressreleases.php?id=66 (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. http://www.mcdpressoffice.eu/pressreleases.php?id=65 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. http://www.mcdpressoffice.eu/pressreleases.php?id=64 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. http://www.mcdpressoffice.eu/pressreleases.php?id=63 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. http://www.mcdpressoffice.eu/pressreleases.php?id=62 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. http://www.mcdpressoffice.eu/pressreleases.php?id=61 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. http://www.mcdpressoffice.eu/pressreleases.php?id=60 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. http://www.mcdpressoffice.eu/pressreleases.php?id=59 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. http://www.mcdpressoffice.eu/pressreleases.php?id=58 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. http://www.mcdpressoffice.eu/pressreleases.php?id=57 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. http://www.mcdpressoffice.eu/pressreleases.php?id=56 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 http://www.mcdpressoffice.eu/pressreleases.php?id=55 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. http://www.mcdpressoffice.eu/pressreleases.php?id=54 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. http://www.mcdpressoffice.eu/pressreleases.php?id=53 OAK BROOK, IL – McDonald’s Corporation announced today that global comparable sales rose 6.9% in April, marking the 72nd consecutive monthly increase. http://www.mcdpressoffice.eu/pressreleases.php?id=52 OAK BROOK, IL — McDonald’s Corporation today announced solid operating results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2009, driven by strong global comparable sales. http://www.mcdpressoffice.eu/pressreleases.php?id=51 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. http://www.mcdpressoffice.eu/pressreleases.php?id=50 McDonald’s February comparable sales results were as follows: Global comparable sales increased 1.4% reflecting a negative calendar shift as February 2008 included an extra day due to leap year. Excluding this negative calendar shift of about 4 percentage points, comparable sales were positive for all segments and global comparable sales were up approximately 5.4% http://www.mcdpressoffice.eu/pressreleases.php?id=49 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. http://www.mcdpressoffice.eu/pressreleases.php?id=48 McDonald’s Europe is pleased to announce the appointment of Jerome Tafani as Chief Financial Officer and Corporate Senior Vice President. http://www.mcdpressoffice.eu/pressreleases.php?id=47 McDonald’s Corporation today announced strong operating results for the fourth quarter and the year, driven by global comparable sales growth. http://www.mcdpressoffice.eu/pressreleases.php?id=46 McDonald’s Delivers Another Month of Strong Global Sales - November Up 7.7 http://www.mcdpressoffice.eu/pressreleases.php?id=44 McDonald’s Corporation announced today that global comparable sales rose 8.2% in October. http://www.mcdpressoffice.eu/pressreleases.php?id=45 Beginning in November 2008, McDonald’s will introduce its new generation of global packaging, the most comprehensive rollout in the Brand’s history. http://www.mcdpressoffice.eu/pressreleases.php?id=40 McDonald’s Corporation today announced strong operating results for the third quarter, driven by global comparable sales growth of 7.1%. http://www.mcdpressoffice.eu/pressreleases.php?id=41 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. http://www.mcdpressoffice.eu/pressreleases.php?id=42 McDonald’s Corporation announced today that global comparable sales increased 8.5% in August. http://www.mcdpressoffice.eu/pressreleases.php?id=1 McDonald’s Europe is delighted to announce Romania, Norway and Switzerland will be joining the McPassport scheme effective from September 1st 2008. http://www.mcdpressoffice.eu/pressreleases.php?id=2 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. http://www.mcdpressoffice.eu/pressreleases.php?id=12 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. http://www.mcdpressoffice.eu/pressreleases.php?id=13 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." http://www.mcdpressoffice.eu/pressreleases.php?id=15 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. http://www.mcdpressoffice.eu/pressreleases.php?id=16 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. http://www.mcdpressoffice.eu/pressreleases.php?id=17 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. http://www.mcdpressoffice.eu/pressreleases.php?id=4 Company commits to build on good work by completely phasing out use of ‘caged’ whole eggs in EU restaurants by end 2010. http://www.mcdpressoffice.eu/pressreleases.php?id=6 McDonald’s Europe has been nominated for a prestigious Ruban d’Honneur at the European Business Awards, recognising its commitment to Sustainability. http://www.mcdpressoffice.eu/pressreleases.php?id=19 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.” http://www.mcdpressoffice.eu/pressreleases.php?id=20 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." http://www.mcdpressoffice.eu/pressreleases.php?id=21 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." http://www.mcdpressoffice.eu/pressreleases_archive.php?id=42 McDonald’s Corporation today announced that all its 19 restaurants in Estonia, Latvia and Lithuania are transferring to a Developmental Licensee (DL) structure. The DL structure is a form of franchising which has been used by McDonald’s for almost 20 years to enable regional ownership and grow the brand. http://www.mcdpressoffice.eu/pressreleases_archive.php?id=22 OAK BROOK, IL – McDonald’s Corporation announced today that global comparable sales rose 8.2% for the month and 7.0% for year-to-date November. Systemwide sales for McDonald’s restaurants worldwide increased 16.3% in November, or 9.6% in constant currencies. http://www.mcdpressoffice.eu/pressreleases.php?id=25 OAK BROOK, IL – McDonald’s Corporation announced today that global comparable sales rose 6.9% in October. Systemwide sales for McDonald’s restaurants worldwide increased 14.2% for the month (8.2% in constant currencies). McDonald’s Chief Executive Officer Jim Skinner said, "We are leveraging our menu variety and value with convenient restaurant locations and innovative marketing to deliver a restaurant experience that resonates with customers. The combined strength of these strategic initiatives continues to drive our business forward." http://www.mcdpressoffice.eu/pressreleases.php?id=26 Chief Executive Officer Jim Skinner commented, “Our strategic focus on building the McDonald’s business by “being better not just bigger” and our global Plan to Win have combined to create enduring business momentum. By offering menu innovations and everyday conveniences that address the needs of our on-the-go customers, we are keeping our brand relevant and in demand. Third quarter marks the seventh consecutive quarter that we’ve posted positive comparable sales across all segments and demonstrates that our strategy is yielding results.” http://www.mcdpressoffice.eu/pressreleases.php?id=27 OAK BROOK, IL – McDonald’s Corporation announced today that global comparable sales rose 5.9% in September and 6.9% in the third quarter 2007. Systemwide sales for McDonald’s restaurants worldwide increased 11.5% for the month (7.2% in constant currencies) and 11.8% for the quarter (8.1% in constant currencies). http://www.mcdpressoffice.eu/pressreleases.php?id=7 McDonald’s Corporation today announced the transfer of McDonald’s Moldova to a Developmental Licensee (DL) structure. Tennis legend Ilie Nastase becomes McDonald’s developmental licensee. http://www.mcdpressoffice.eu/pressreleases.php?id=8 New survey sheds light on attitudes to work and travel of young people across Europe. ‘McPassport’ scheme throws open opportunities to travel and work abroad to McDonald’s employees in Europe. http://www.mcdpressoffice.eu/pressreleases.php?id=28 OAK BROOK, IL – McDonald’s Corporation announced today that global comparable sales rose 8.1% in August. Systemwide sales for McDonald’s restaurants worldwide increased 12.3% for the month (9.3% in constant currencies). http://www.mcdpressoffice.eu/pressreleases.php?id=30 OAK BROOK, IL – McDonald’s Corporation announced today that global comparable sales rose 6.5% in July. Systemwide sales for McDonald’s restaurants worldwide increased 11.7% for the month (7.8% in constant currencies). http://www.mcdpressoffice.eu/pressreleases.php?id=32 OAK BROOK, IL -- McDonald’s Corporation today announced strong operating results for the second quarter fueled by comparable sales growth. OAK BROOK, IL – McDonald’s Corporation announced today that global comparable sales rose 8.4% in June and 7.4% in the second quarter. Systemwide sales for McDonald’s restaurants worldwide increased 12.5% for the month (9.7% in constant currencies) and 11.4% for the quarter (8.6% in constant currencies). http://www.mcdpressoffice.eu/pressreleases.php?id=33 http://www.mcdpressoffice.eu/pressreleases.php?id=34 OAK BROOK, IL – McDonald’s Corporation announced today that global comparable sales rose 8.7% in May. Systemwide sales for McDonald’s restaurants worldwide increased 11.9% for the month, 10.0% in constant currencies. http://www.mcdpressoffice.eu/pressreleases.php?id=35 OAK BROOK, IL – McDonald’s Corporation announced today that global comparable sales rose 4.8% in April. Systemwide sales for McDonald’s restaurants worldwide increased 9.6% for the month, 6.0% in constant currencies. http://www.mcdpressoffice.eu/pressreleases.php?id=36 OAK BROOK, IL -- McDonald’s Corporation today announced strong operating results for the first quarter, reporting diluted earnings per share of $0.62, up 27% over prior year earnings of $0.49 per share, and up 38% over prior year earnings from continuing operations of $0.45 per share. http://www.mcdpressoffice.eu/pressreleases.php?id=37 OAK BROOK, IL – McDonald’s Corporation announced today that comparable sales for McDonald’s restaurants worldwide increased 8.2% for the month and 6.3% for the quarter. Global Systemwide sales for McDonald’s restaurants increased 12.7% in March (9.4% in constant currencies) and 10.3% for the first quarter (7.5% in constant currencies). http://www.mcdpressoffice.eu/pressreleases.php?id=9 Crissier, 29 March 2007 – Cash is a thing of the past. McDonald’s Switzerland and MasterCard are today presenting a faster and easier credit card under the slogan "goodbye cash". http://www.mcdpressoffice.eu/pressreleases.php?id=38 OAK BROOK, IL – McDonald’s Corporation announced today that global comparable sales rose 5.7% for the month and 5.3% for year-to-date February. Systemwide sales for McDonald’s restaurants worldwide increased 9.7% in February, or 6.8% in constant currencies. http://www.mcdpressoffice.eu/pressreleases.php?id=39 OAK BROOK, IL – McDonald’s Corporation announced today that global comparable sales increased 4.9% in January, driving Systemwide sales for McDonald’s restaurants up 8.3% for the month, or 6.1% in constant currencies. http://www.mcdpressoffice.eu/pressreleases.php?id=40 OAK BROOK, IL — McDonald’s Corporation reported diluted earnings per share of $1.00 for the quarter and $2.83 for the year, reflecting strong operating results around the world. http://www.mcdpressoffice.eu/pressreleases.php?id=41 OAK BROOK, IL – McDonald’s Corporation announced today that global comparable sales rose 7.2% in December, on top of a 5.0% increase achieved for December 2005. Global comparable sales for the fourth quarter and year were strong at 6.3% and 5.7%, respectively. http://www.mcdpressoffice.eu/pressreleases.php?id=10 McDonald’s to be UK’s biggest retailer of coffee from Rainforest Alliance Certified farms. http://www.mcdpressoffice.eu/pressreleases.php?id=11 London, United Kingdom (November 7 2006) – McDonald’s Europe today made public its 2-year plan to achieve a substantial reduction in trans fatty acids in its cooking oil, as part of its ongoing commitment to work on the quality of its products and to offer balanced choices.