McDonald's and Wendy's report breakfast sales are down. Here's what that says about the economy.

McDonald’s and Wendy’s report breakfast sales are down. Here’s what that says about the economy.

The most important meal of the day is also shaping up to be the most skipped meal of the day, at least according to two of the country’s largest fast-food chains. McDonald’s and Wendy’s last week, during their respective earnings calls, said they’re seeing sluggish breakfast sales. The companies attributed the trend to heightened economic…

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Wendy's is struggling as economic uncertainty weighs on consumers

Wendy’s is struggling as economic uncertainty weighs on consumers

Wendy’s cut its sales outlook Friday, pointing to heightened competition and economic uncertainty weighing on its customer base. Company executives discussed Wendy’s challenges during a call with analysts Friday, following the release of its latest earnings report. Interim CEO Ken Cook said that in light of the current environment, the company now expects full-year global…

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