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McDonald's Q2 Earnings Beat, Revenue Miss; Names New U.S. President

8/4/2026

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United States McDonald's reported second-quarter net income of $2.36 billion, or $3.32 per share.
The company appointed Skye Anderson as president of its U.S. business.
CEO Chris Kempczinski said the firm has no strategy problem but failed to execute.
Adjusted earnings per share were $3.38 versus $3.32 expected, while revenue hit $7.10 billion, below the $7.13 billion forecast.

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United States McDonald's reported second-quarter net income of $2.36 billion, or $3.32 per share.
The company appointed Skye Anderson as president of its U.S. business.
CEO Chris Kempczinski said the firm has no strategy problem but failed to execute.
Adjusted earnings per share were $3.38 versus $3.32 expected, while revenue hit $7.10 billion, below the $7.13 billion forecast.