McDonald’s names Skye Anderson to lead U.S. business

McDonald’s announced Skye Anderson as the new president of its U.S. business on August 4, 2026.3,2 Anderson succeeds Joe Erlinger in the role.2 Anderson has worked at McDonald’s for 26 years.3,2

McDonald’s reported a 0.8% increase in sales at established U.S. restaurants in the second quarter of 2026.4 This sales growth was the slowest since early 2025.4 McDonald’s cited weaker-than-expected demand for cheaper menu items as a factor in the slowdown.4

The company’s stock fell more than 11% in 2026, reducing its market capitalization to approximately $191 billion.1 McDonald’s operates nearly 14,000 restaurants in the U.S.3