McDonald's is on an absolute tear lately. Here's what it's planning as part of its new growth strategy.

• McDonald's announced last week it was planning the "fastest period of growth" in its history.
• As part of that push, the brand plans to open 50,000 restaurants worldwide by 2027.
• The chain will also be rolling out generative AI technology to accelerate automation.

The world's largest fast-food chain is about to get even bigger.

McDonald's announced an ambitious new campaign to usher in the "fastest period of growth in its history" in its investor update last week.