McDonald’s franchise owners have the authority to set their own prices, leading to varying policies on free sauce distribution. Some restaurants charge for extra sauces if they’re not included in meal deals. This measure is implemented to prevent abuse and maintain cost control.
JetBlue Airways Corporation reported its financial results for the first quarter of 2024, with a better-than-expected performance for March contributing to an adjusted pre-tax profit. Despite this, the company has revised its full-year guidance downward, citing increased capacity in the Latin region as a key factor impeding revenue acceleration. The airline also detailed network changes, including the closure of seven Blue cities and scaling back operations in Los Angeles and at LaGuardia Airport. Additionally, JetBlue is implementing revenue initiatives and maintaining a focus on a low-cost base. The CEO expressed confidence in the company’s profitability plan and acknowledged crew members’ dedication to safety. The Investor Day event has been postponed to the fall.
PG&E CEO Patricia Poppe expressed hope that customer bills will flatten or even decline in the future, despite recent significant increases. The utility is exploring cost-cutting measures, including modernizing operations and reducing vegetation management reliance. Poppe also acknowledged the need to balance cost reduction with safety concerns, especially in light of past PG&E-related disasters.
