McDonald's US same store sales rise just 0.8% as the chain names a new head for its largest market

McDonald's reported mixed quarterly results on Tuesday 4 August 2026, with its US business falling short of management expectations. According to CNBC, net revenue for the quarter ended 30 June 2026 rose 4% to $7.1 billion, slightly below the $7.13 billion expected, while adjusted earnings per share came in at $3.38 against $3.32 expected.

Global same store sales rose 1.3%, in line with market forecasts, but US same store sales increased only 0.8%. The company said average check rose while traffic to its domestic restaurants fell. Its international operated markets segment posted same store sales growth of 1.5% and its international developmental licensed markets division 1.9%.

Chief executive Chris Kempczinski said the company does not have a strategy problem but simply did not execute at the level needed in the second quarter. McDonald's said Skye Anderson takes over as president of its US business, effective that day, succeeding Joe Erlinger.