McDonald's Considers $5 Value Meal to Reclaim Budget-Conscious Diners

Facing slowing sales and rising food costs, McDonald's explores affordable meal options to attract price-sensitive customers.

The proposed $5 meal includes a McChicken or McDouble, fries, a drink, and four-piece McNuggets.
Franchise owners initially resisted the idea due to potential profit losses.
McDonald's prices have doubled since 2014, outpacing inflation and competitors.
Other fast food chains like Wendy's and Burger King have similar value meal deals.
No set date or locations for the $5 meal rollout have been confirmed.