McDonald’s appoints a new head for its U.S. business amid signs of slowing performance. Multiple outlets report that the company names a company veteran to lead operations in the United States, following a period in which sales growth does not meet expectations. The appointments come as investors and analysts focus on the fast-food chain’s ability to sustain momentum and respond to competitive and demand-related pressures. In particular, reporting ties the leadership change to the company’s second-quarter results, describing a sales miss or slower-than-expected sales growth. The company’s move reflects an effort to refocus management attention on the U.S. market, which remains a major contributor to its overall revenue. Details on the specific scope of the role and the timing of the transition are described in the coverage, but common themes across the reports are the leadership change and the link to disappointing quarterly sales performance in the U.S. McDonald’s continues to evaluate its strategy as it works toward improving results going forward.