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title: "McDonald's pushes $2.50 McDouble amid rising menu prices"
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description: "McDonald's has launched a $2.50 McDouble as part of a new value menu featuring ten items under $3. This strategic move aims to attract cost-conscious consumers amid backlash over significant price hikes, such as the 337% increase in Big Mac prices since 1995. The initiative serves as a competitive countermeasure against rivals like Wendy's and Burger King, who are currently emphasizing mix-and-match promotions."
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# McDonald's pushes $2.50 McDouble amid rising menu prices

New budget burger: McDonald's has introduced the $2.50 McDouble, part of a value menu with 10 items under $3, to appeal to cost-conscious customers. Price hikes backlash: Customers have criticized McDonald's and other chains for steep price increases, with Big Mac prices up 337% since 1995. Competitive strategy: The value menu is McDonald's counter to rivals like Wendy's and Burger King, which focus on mix-and-match promotions.

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