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McDonald's posts strong second quarter profit, names new leader for US market
Summary by The Piney Point Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: Michelle Chapman, Associated Press , as published by KPRC 2 / Click2Houston (NBC)
· August 4, 2026
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Key takeaway Further details on McDonald's second quarter performance are available from the source, including earnings per share and total earnings for the quarter ended June 30.
McDonald's has reported a strong profit for its second quarter. The company also announced a new chief of US operations. 8%, which is a slowdown from the previous year.
3%. The company had previously warned that high gas prices and consumer anxiety could affect sales. Further details on McDonald's second quarter performance are available from the source, including earnings per share and total earnings for the quarter ended June 30.
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Category: business ·
Published: August 4, 2026 ·
Source: KPRC 2 / Click2Houston (NBC) ·
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