McDonald's Strong Sales Continue

McDonald's Corp. reported a 7.1% increase in January sales at restaurants open at least a year, including a 5.4% rise in the U.S., as the fast-food chain continues to ride out the global economic dowtnturn.

As many restaurants struggled to keep doors open last year, or were closing them, McDonald's said last month its restaurant count would rise some 2% this year. The company has...