McDonald's announced new financial targets and a comprehensive growth strategy called McDonald's > NEXT, which includes restaurant remodels, AI-powered operating systems, and employee training to improve food quality. The company plans to invest up to $8.5 billion through 2036 to support franchisees' upgrades, while targeting operating margins in the low-to-mid 50% range by 2030 and expanding globally through new locations and non-beef menu items.