McDonald's Commits $8.5 Billion to Franchisees, Targets Higher Margins

McDonald's NYSE:MCD set new long-term targets ahead of its Wednesday investor day, aiming for an operating margin in the low-to-mid 50% range by 2030, up from 46.1% in 2025. Shares opened at $250.29.The company also committed as much as $8.5 billion through 2036 to help franchisees fund restaurant…