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In a bid to win over customers who have been priced out of eating at fast-food chains due to rising prices, popular restaurants like McDonald’s and Burger King are rolling out new value meal promotions.
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McDonald’s recently announced a $5 value meal promotion at select locations starting in late June, while Burger King revealed plans to bring back its $5 Your Way Meal after previously leading the industry in value traffic. The $5 Your Way Meal allows customers to choose from three sandwiches, chicken nuggets, fries, and a drink for just $5.
In response to the competitive move by McDonald’s, Burger King is expediting its own value offers and plans to launch its $5 value meal before its rival, running the promotion for several months. The start date for the promotion has not been confirmed, but it is expected to be available before the planned June 25 start date of McDonald’s promotion.
Wendy’s is also entering the value market with a $3 combo meal that includes an egg sandwich and potatoes as the fast-food industry is attempting to attract customers following price hikes that have made fast food feel like a luxury for many consumers. A Lending Tree survey found that 78% of respondents view fast food as a “luxury,” with 62% indicating they are cutting back on fast food purchases.
Conservative commentator Dan O’Donnell pointed out that prices of items like Big Macs have risen more than 200% in less than five years due to the high cost of wages and food production for restaurants. Inflationary pressures have hit low-income fast-food customers particularly hard and have compounded challenges related to the rising costs of other essential goods and services.
As fast-food prices continue to climb, many Americans are feeling the strain on their wallets, making it increasingly difficult for families to afford basic essentials. O’Donnell warned that America’s inflation problem has become a full-blown crisis and has created financial hardships for many families trying to make ends meet.
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