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McDonald's powers through Q3, cautions about Oct.

Published: October 22, 2009 3:06 PM
By The Associated Press  ASHLEY M. HEHER (AP Retail Writer)

Quick ReadMcDonald's sets bar low for US peformance in October as 3Q earnings rise on Angus success

CHICAGO (AP) — McDonald's Inc., a notable winner from the recession because of its cheap menu, cautioned Thursday that the company could post disappointing U.S. sales figures in October.

That first hint of weakness from a company that's managed to thrive as its competitors falter came as it posted a solid 6 percent profit increase.

CEO Jim Skinner told investors that sales in U.S. locations...

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