Starbucks, McDonald's Feel the Pinch as Diners Tighten Belts The long-anticipated consumer pullback in spending is now evident in the restaurant industry, with notable chains like Starbucks, KFC, and McDonald’s experiencing declines in same-store sales. Starbucks saw a significant 17% drop in share prices following a surprising sales dip, attributed partially to adverse weather. Similarly, Yum Brands cited January snowstorms and challenging year-over-year comparisons for underwhelming performance across its brands, including Pizza Hut and Taco Bell. « Previous Article Next Article » Share This Article Choose Your Platform: Facebook Twitter Google Plus Linkedin Related Posts Silver vs Fiat: The Fall of Minimum Wage in Real Terms | Mike Maloney READ MORE Young Borrowers Struggle as Credit Card Debt Hits 14-Year High READ MORE Global Public Debt Reaches $97 Trillion, Developing Nations Struggle READ MORE India Ranks Third in Gold Purchases as Global ETFs Recover READ MORE Thriving Economy, Pessimistic Public: The U.S. Economic Perception Gap READ MORE Add a Comment Cancel replyYour email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *Name * Email * Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. Comment