$McDonald's(MCD)$ McDonald's Faces Headwinds as Global Sales Miss for the 1st TimeMcDonald's, the global fast-food giant, has hit a speed bump in its impressive growth trajectory, reporting its first quarterly sales miss in nearly four years. The challenges stem primarily from sluggish international business, particularly in the Middle East, China, and India, impacting its bottom line. While overall net profit increased by 7% in the fourth quarter, concerns are emerging about the company's ability to navigate geopolitical tensions, regional conflicts, and changing consumer behaviors.Slow Growth in International Markets:McDonald's faced unexpected headwinds in its International Developmental Licensed Markets segment, which