McDonald’s to invest €150m in Ireland to open 25 new outlets

Core Insights - McDonald's plans to invest over €150 million in its Irish operations over the next five years to open 25 new restaurants, creating approximately 1,750 jobs [1][2][3] Group 1: Investment and Expansion - The investment will support the opening of up to five new restaurants each year, totaling 25 by the end of the five-year period [1][2] - The expansion strategy began with the opening of a new restaurant in New Ross last month, marking the first step in a multi-year growth plan [1][2] Group 2: Economic Impact - McDonald's currently operates 96 restaurants in Ireland, employing over 7,000 people and contributing more than €414 million to the Irish economy annually [3][4] - The company spends over €240 million each year through its Irish supply chain, sourcing from local producers and partners [4] Group 3: Future Milestones - McDonald's will celebrate its 50th anniversary in Ireland next year, coinciding with the opening of its 100th restaurant in the country by 2027 [2][3] - The company is also allocating funds to modernize existing locations, including a €3 million upgrade of the Cork Douglas restaurant [3]