James D. Farley, Jr., President and CEO of Ford Motor Company, has been elected to McDonald’s Board of Directors, effective February 4, 2026. Farley brings extensive experience in leading global organizations and transforming consumer brands, which McDonald’s Chairman and CEO Chris Kempczinski believes will be invaluable. This appointment comes as McDonald’s stock trades near its 52-week high, with the company maintaining a positive dividend history and upcoming earnings report.
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Ford CEO James Farley joins McDonald’s board of directors
James D. Farley, Jr., President and CEO of Ford Motor Company, has been elected to McDonald’s Board of Directors, effective February 4, 2026. Farley brings extensive experience in leading global organizations and transforming consumer brands, which McDonald’s Chairman and CEO Chris Kempczinski believes will be invaluable. This appointment comes as McDonald’s stock trades near its 52-week high, with the company maintaining a positive dividend history and upcoming earnings report.