McDonald's seeks to open 1,000 new stores in China by the end of the year as demand for fast food surges in the country amid economic troubles

• McDonald's is continuing its rapid expansion in China by opening 1,000 new stores this year.
• Economic troubles in the country have spurred a demand for cheap food options.
• Even as other brands turn away from manufacturing in China, the fast-food market continues to grow.

McDonald's is eyeing financial opportunity in China as economic troubles in the country spur an appetite for cheap dining options.