McDonald’s Expects 2,500 Global Openings, $3.7B in 2026 Spending
It also expects about 2,100 net global additions and is testing affordable menu options before a national U.S. value program targeted for early 2027.

McDonald’s expects about 2,500 gross restaurant openings worldwide and $3.7 billion in capital expenditures in 2026, while testing a U.S. value program for early 2027.
The company also expects approximately 2,100 net restaurant additions worldwide. U.S. comparable sales declined 0.2% in the third quarter before improving to positive territory in September.
McDonald’s is testing affordable menu options ahead of a national value program targeted for early 2027.
Worldwide comparable sales rose 1.5% in the third quarter, while system sales increased 4% in constant currency. New restaurant openings made a growing contribution to sales growth.