McDonald's extending hours at most US locations this summer amid hiring surge

Core Points - McDonald's is extending operating hours at most U.S. locations to midnight or later, excluding certain areas like airports and shopping malls [1][10] - The company plans to hire up to 375,000 workers this summer, marking one of its largest hiring pushes in years [7][10] - Most signature menu items will be available during late-night hours, with individual franchisees making final decisions [4] - To celebrate the extended hours, McDonald's is offering 1,000 free virtual gift cards for McCrispy Strips and distributing merchandise at concerts in major cities [4][5] Hiring and Expansion - The hiring initiative is aimed at preparing to serve more customers during the summer months [10] - McDonald's has over 2 million employees globally, with more than 150,000 in corporate offices and company-owned restaurants [7] - The company aims to open 50,000 new locations by 2027, increasing by 900 restaurants over the next two years [10]