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Local McDonald’s franchises are celebrating the 50th anniversary of the Egg McMuffin with a special one-day deal. Customers can snag a McMuffin, or a Sausage McMuffin with Egg, for just a dollar through the McDonald’s app.
The fast-food giant is emphasizing its commitment to affordable breakfast options. McDonald’s USA President Joe Erlinger stated, “Every morning when we open our doors, we are a breakfast restaurant.”
This comes as egg prices soar nationwide due to shortages. Some national chains have added surcharges to egg-containing menu items. However, McDonald’s has pledged not to follow suit.
Michael Gonda, a top McDonald’s executive, confirmed the company won’t be adding any extra charges for eggs. He highlighted that their eggs are 100% cage-free and sourced domestically.
The discount and the no-surcharge pledge come as McDonald’s aims to rebound from a recent sales slump. While the company reported its worst quarterly sales drop since the pandemic earlier this month, they anticipate improved performance by 2025. Company stock is currently outperforming market indexes.