Starbucks.
American multinational coffee company
- Reports this week
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What's happening
Active this week
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A couple shared their travel experiences on Instagram after visiting icy glaciers in Alaska and stopping at a Starbucks drive-thru.Some support1 report
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Financial firms Raymond James, Jefferies, and Vise Technologies issued rating and holding updates for Starbucks stock.Some support1 report
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The Assam Assembly is seeking to remove Starbucks products from campus.Some support1 report
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Charleys Cheesesteaks, Subway, Burger King, and Starbucks participated in a program at Fort Hood, featuring Denise Hunter.Some support1 report
Earlier this month
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Starbucks jobs and Congress's failure to renew tax credits are impacting health coverage gaps before Medicare.Some support3 reports
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A cultural event featuring Tamela Mann and Erykah Badu took place in Dallas, involving a Starbucks location.Some support1 report
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Starbucks consumers are showing a growing affinity for Islamofascist politicians.Some support1 report
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Starbucks is undergoing a strategic revival led by Brian Niccol, looking to differentiate its brand, study operational models, and draw inspiration from international coffee cultures like Milan's.Some support2 reports2 developments inside
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Brian Niccol announced tech modernization and AI personalization plans for Starbucks, including a new AI-driven marketing campaign.Some support1 report
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Starbucks stock trades on the Nasdaq exchange.Well supported15 reports1 development inside
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Starbucks and the National Center for Public Policy Research filed a proposal concerning forced labor in solar supply chains.Some support1 report
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Starbucks is pushing operational goals across the North American region.Well supported5 reports4 developments inside
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Starbucks is set to open a new location in Schuylkill Haven business park in Schuylkill County.Some support1 report
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Industry-wide retrenchment and closures are underway across the restaurant sector, affecting major chains including Del Taco, Starbucks, KFC, and Pizza Hut.Some support2 reports1 development inside
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Greggs and Starbucks are competing for market share in the UK.Some support2 reports
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Sparrow Coffee is expanding its presence, opening new locations in Naperville and Clarendon Hills.Some support1 report
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Starbucks is introducing new products to celebrate National Coffee Day.Well supported3 reports1 development inside
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Starbucks UK introduced a Peppermint flavour range using Arabica beans.Some support1 report
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Panama's coffee market experienced a price plummet following the suspension of the ICO quota system, impacting producers.Some support1 report
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Starbucks, Crumbl, and Nick the Greek participate in the popular Dubai chocolate trend.Some support1 report1 development inside
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Starbucks partnered with Archie Comics for a campaign, while its drinks are available via DoorDash delivery, and Joseph Green is Global Shopping Editor for Mashable.Some support1 report
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Jefferies Financial Group increased its price objective on Starbucks shares.Some support1 report
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Starbucks expands its presence in key growth markets across Southeast Asia, while a regulatory information service was approved by the FCA.Some support1 report
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Howard Schultz elevated Starbucks into a global sensation, drawing inspiration from Italian coffeehouses.Some support1 report
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Target Corporation has established or is concluding various strong commercial partnerships with major companies including Starbucks, Ulta Beauty, Apple, Levi, and Disney.Some support1 report
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Starbucks and Shake Shack are expanding their presence in the fast casual dining market.Some support1 report
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China is Starbucks' second-largest market, and UBS maintained its price target on the company.Some support2 reports
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DFI Retail Group will assume majority ownership of Starbucks-licensed business, while Sembcorp completed the acquisition of Alinta.Some support1 report
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Jim Cramer commented on stock performance, discussing successful location strategies and noting investor focus on Elon Musk.Some support1 report1 development inside
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Musk's wealth is contrasted with the challenges faced by low-skill labor.Some support1 report
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Coffee market trends in Calgary show sales increases and premiumization, with major brands highlighting instant coffee demand.Some support1 report
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Walmart, Starbucks, and Slim Chickens are part of a new retail development in the South Valley area.Some support1 report
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Starbucks is exploring a potential takeover of Chipotle Mexican Grill.Well supported32 reports1 development inside
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Social media comparisons are driving high luxury consumption and maintaining high discretionary spending.Some support1 report
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Southern Land Company assisted the YMCA of Central and Northern Westchester with relocation and support in Westchester County.Some support1 report
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Trump judges in the Sixth Circuit are weakening NLRB protections, sabotaging Congress laws, and ordering Starbucks to pay damages.Some support1 report
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Homemade alternatives are challenging the market dominance of major coffee brands like Starbucks.Some support1 report2 developments inside
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Trader Joe's is launching a new concentrate aimed at competing with Starbucks.Some support1 report
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Multiple retailers, including NEXT, M&S, and Primark, are offering seasonal autumn fashion, footwear, and food/drink deals.Some support1 report
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Starbucks is planning a new location in Superior, leading the Mayor to address traffic concerns from new businesses.Some support1 report
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New business developments include a Starbucks headquarters, a planned site for Las Vegas LINQ, and acquisitions in Arkansas.Some support1 report
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Aldi is offering cheaper ingredients for customers to make their own lattes.Some support1 report
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Maya Bohem is opening new locations at Cherry Hill Mall and expanding its presence in Gaziantep, Tekirdağ, and Adıyaman.Some support1 report
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Starbucks opened stores in Xinjiang, leading to scrutiny over forced labor and sales to CCP elites.Well supported3 reports
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Starbucks is closing underperforming stores across the US.Well supported6 reports
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7 Brew Coffee acquired Salad and Go locations, while Dutch Bros. Coffee's growth trajectory is noted in relation to Starbucks' expansion.Some support1 report1 development inside
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University of Baltimore is located in Baltimore, and Starbucks is mentioned as a local expense.Some support1 report
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Starbucks collaborates with Owala for holiday drinkware, while Owala products compete with Amazon's offerings.Some support1 report
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Starbucks is referenced in local spending examples while Atlantic provides property tax savings estimates in Palm Beach County.Some support1 report
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A consultant suggests that Starbucks store openings are being used as a form of political projection.Some support1 report
One to three months ago
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Costco is competing with Starbucks by offering bulk coffee pods, while Quote.com features a Costco finance expert.Some support1 report
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Dutch Bros opened its first store in the Chicago area and is being compared to Nvidia's growth trajectory while competing in the retail coffee market.Well supported4 reports
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Brian Niccol is leading the 'Back to Starbucks' turnaround strategy, which is facing headwinds in international markets like China. TD Cowen upgraded the stock to Buy in mid-May.Well supported23 reports8 developments inside
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Financial Times reported on the evaluation of a potential takeover involving Starbucks, which was subsequently cited by TipRanks.Some support1 report
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Starbucks, Chipotle, McDonald's, and Domino's are facing market pressure and underperformance in the core U.S. market.Well supported5 reports4 developments inside
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PepsiCo and General Mills cut product prices while Starbucks incorporates protein trends into its lattes in North America.Well supported4 reports2 developments inside
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Hilton Grand Vacations and Starbucks were classified as consumer discretionary companies.Some support1 report
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Crave is expanding throughout central Iowa, offering Kona Ice products and positioning itself as an alternative to Starbucks and Hyper.Some support1 report
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Starbucks is closing stores in Manhattan and NYC, while simultaneously debuting a new café prototype in San Antonio.Some support1 report
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Brian Niccol prioritizes recapturing the third place energy for Starbucks.Some support1 report
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What's reaching Starbucks
Events traced to Starbucks, step by step, newest first- Property tax cap debate may stabilize Starbucks' costs in TennesseeProperty tax cap legislation could stabilize operational costs for Starbucks in TennesseePossible
- Market volatility may affect Starbucks' revenueMarket volatility may affect Starbucks' revenue through shifts in consumer spending.Possible
- Nilkamal's sales surge may signal stronger consumer demand for StarbucksStarbucks may benefit from robust consumer demand signaled by Nilkamal's sales growth.Possible
- New AFL-CIO AI bill may change Starbucks' labor practicesNew AFL-CIO AI bill may change Starbucks' operational labor standardsPossible
- How could the viral success of Abu Dhabi's local chocolate bar affect Starbucks?The viral success of Abu Dhabi's local chocolate bar may increase consumer demand for novel, shareable premium snacks.Possible
- How could Trader Joe's new Peruvian coffee affect Starbucks' market share?Trader Joe's new Peruvian coffee may draw consumer demandPossible
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- Nashville's rising real estate costs may increase Starbucks' operating expensesStarbucks may face higher operating expenses due to Nashville's real estate boomPossible
- Target's new Iowa location could expand Starbucks sales channelsTarget's new restaurant in Cedar Falls may boost Starbucks' sales channel opportunities.Possible
- Starbucks may face new procurement options from Jolly ChefStarbucks may face new procurement options from Jolly ChefPossible
- Cava's health focus may increase competition for StarbucksIncreased competition may challenge Starbucks' market share in the fast-casual segment.Possible
- Commodity cost pressures may affect Starbucks' premium coffee market strategyVolatile commodity costs may force Starbucks to adjust pricing and operational costs.Possible
- TSG investment may accelerate Dutch Bros' competitive pressure on StarbucksTSG investment may accelerate Dutch Bros' competitive pressure on StarbucksPossible
- New legal standards may slow union enforcement against StarbucksSecuring injunctions against Starbucks may become more difficult due to new legal standards.Likely
- TikTok's trend power may enhance Starbucks' brand promotionTikTok's influence may boost Starbucks' brand promotion effectivenessPossible
- Starbucks may face higher operating costs due to Seattle inflationRising costs in Seattle may increase operating expenses for StarbucksPossible
- New Dutch Bros. location may increase competitive pressure on StarbucksNew Dutch Bros. location may increase competitive pressure on Starbucks in Virginia BeachPossible
- How could Beyond Oil's new commercial focus affect Starbucks' operational costs?Beyond Oil's expansion may offer QSR chains ways to cut costsPossible
- Sustainable real estate trend may increase operational costs for StarbucksSustainable real estate trend may increase operational costs for StarbucksPossible
- Phoenix airport expansion may boost Starbucks' revenue and demandStarbucks may see increased demand and revenue from airport expansionPossible
- Starbucks may leverage Peanuts IP in new campaignsStarbucks may use Peanuts IP in new campaigns after ownership changePossible
- Economic slowdown may pressure Starbucks' demand for premium itemsEconomic uncertainty may pressure Starbucks' demand for premium beveragesPossible
- Starbucks may face mixed results amid Middle East conflict and Irish sales jumpStarbucks' performance may be mixed, with strong sales in Ireland offset by reduced passenger traffic in the Middle East.Possible
- Microsoft layoffs may reduce consumer demand for StarbucksStarbucks may face reduced consumer demand due to local tech layoffsPossible
Explainers that pass through Starbucks
Starbucks is a step on the way to someone else- Chung Yong-jin Apologizes Over Starbucks Marketing ControversyChung Yong-jin apologized amid marketing controversy and police investigationReported
- Starbucks closes 250 North American stores amid turnaround planStarbucks' closures reduce its North American footprint and trigger restructuring charges.Reported
- How does Starbucks closing underperforming stores across the US affect Brian Niccol?CEO Brian Niccol faces operational pressure amid major strategic store closuresReported
Around Starbucks this week
News at the entities that move Starbucks most-
Microsoft OperationalMicrosoft and Nvidia drove Nasdaq to a record high on October 1, 2026.Moves Starbucks
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IBM StructuralNvidia, Intel, and IBM benefit from the growing need for quantum infrastructure.Moves Starbucks
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Securities and Exchange Commission StructuralRegion faces fraudulent investment schemes, with the SEC having a zonal director in Port Harcourt.Moves Starbucks
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National Labor Relations Board StructuralThe NLRB required certification of a union election for nurses at Edward Hospital in Chicago.Moves Starbucks
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SEC StructuralSweetgreen's CFO sold company shares, a transaction disclosed in a filing with the SEC.Moves Starbucks
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Norges Bank TransactionalJefferies Financial Group raised its shares to strong-buy rating, while Citigroup raised its shares to outperform rating, and Norges Bank bought a new position in Essex Property Trust, Inc.Moves Starbucks
Connections
The 40 strongest of 559, analyzed from the reporting. The bars show how strongly a change on one side reaches the other.-
Chung Yong-jin Structural
Chung Yong-jin leads the group that holds a majority stake and exercises operational control over the South Korean business unit of Starbucks.
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Brian Niccol Structural
Brian Niccol serves as the CEO of Starbucks, directing its strategic and operational turnaround efforts.
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Microsoft Operational
Starbucks relies on Microsoft Azure and enterprise applications for operations while simultaneously developing competitive alternatives to reduce dependency.
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Luckin Coffee Operational
Starbucks and Luckin Coffee are engaged in intense, bidirectional market competition, with Luckin challenging Starbucks' dominance through aggressive expansion and pricing strategies.
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Dutch Bros. Coffee Operational
Starbucks and Dutch Bros. Coffee are direct competitors engaged in a market share battle within the retail beverage industry.
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TikTok Operational
Starbucks and TikTok maintain an operational partnership utilizing a custom creator network for brand promotion and revenue sharing.
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Alsea Structural
Alsea holds Starbucks within its corporate portfolio, establishing a structural ownership relationship.
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Jim Keyes Structural
Jim Keyes served as the former executive vice president of Starbucks.
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McDonald's Operational
The two companies are direct, strategic rivals in the quick-service food and beverage market, competing for market share and investor capital.
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Baristas Structural
Baristas are employees of Starbucks, and their collective action, such as unionization, is actively challenging corporate practices.
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IBM Structural
Starbucks relies on IBM's licensed maintenance platforms while actively developing proprietary AI tools to reduce operational dependence.
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Cathy Smith Structural
Cathy Smith holds an executive vice-president role in finance at Starbucks.
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Securities and Exchange Commission Structural
Starbucks is subject to mandatory regulatory oversight by the SEC, requiring formal disclosures and filings.
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Howard Schultz Operational
Howard Schultz has historically and currently led and influenced Starbucks' strategy, operations, and market standing.
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Seattle Operational
Starbucks operates as a major business entity within Seattle, actively influenced by local market conditions, political pressures, and regulatory actions.
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Costco Operational
Starbucks and Costco actively compete in the retail market, with Starbucks supplying coffee beans to Costco.
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National Labor Relations Board Structural
The NLRB exercises formal regulatory authority over Starbucks regarding labor practices, including investigations, rulings, and complaint filings.
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Target Corporation Operational
Target operates as a commercial sales channel for Starbucks products, maintaining strong ongoing commercial ties.
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SSP Group Structural
SSP operates franchised stores utilizing the Starbucks brand system.
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Nashville Structural
Starbucks relocated its corporate operations office to Nashville, citing local tax incentives.
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Florida Structural
Starbucks' operations in Florida are subject to state civil rights laws, leading to regulatory settlements and financial payments to state agencies.
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Sohn Structural
A holds the appointed CEO role of the South Korean subsidiary of B.
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SEC Structural
Starbucks operates under mandatory financial disclosure and market oversight governed by the SEC.
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Shinsegae Structural
Shinsegae holds a controlling 67.5% stake in the local South Korean operations of Starbucks.
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General Mills Operational
The two companies are engaged in direct competition by expanding their offerings within the protein food market.
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DFI Retail Group Structural
DFI Retail Group is forecasted to assume majority ownership of Starbucks-licensed businesses.
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Darden Restaurants Operational
The two companies operate in the casual dining sector and are engaged in direct market competition.
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Emart Structural
Emart operates the company responsible for Starbucks' presence in the South Korean market.
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CNBC Operational
CNBC covers Starbucks' strategy and operational data, while Starbucks utilizes CNBC for corporate announcements and public communication.
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Instagram Operational
Starbucks actively leverages Instagram's platform for product marketing, brand building, and driving social media trends.
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Norges Bank Transactional
Norges Bank has been acquiring new stakes and positions in Starbucks shares during Q4 2026.
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Oracle Operational
Starbucks is actively developing and implementing a proprietary point-of-sale system to replace Oracle's Simphony solution.
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Tim Hortons Operational
The two companies are engaged in active market competition, including pricing disputes and litigation over product offerings.
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Nestlé Operational
Nestlé and Starbucks are active competitors in the coffee market and have engaged in strategic partnerships.
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Tennessee Transactional
Tennessee provided economic incentives and state grants to Starbucks to facilitate its corporate expansion and relocation.
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White Structural
A held a former executive role at Starbucks.
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emart Structural
Emart is the largest shareholder of Starbucks Korea, establishing a formal ownership link.
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Julie Masino Structural
Julie Masino served as a longtime executive for Starbucks.
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Chennai Structural
Starbucks is planning to establish a global capability center and technology hub in Chennai.
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Park Jong-cheol Transactional
A's marketing campaigns and operational actions were linked to the mockery of B, whose death was due to police torture.
History
Events by the month they beganNovember 2026
9 events- A couple shared their travel experiences on Instagram after visiting icy glaciers in Alaska and stopping at a Starbucks drive-thru.
- Financial firms Raymond James, Jefferies, and Vise Technologies issued rating and holding updates for Starbucks stock.
- The Assam Assembly is seeking to remove Starbucks products from campus.
- Charleys Cheesesteaks, Subway, Burger King, and Starbucks participated in a program at Fort Hood, featuring Denise Hunter.
- A cultural event featuring Tamela Mann and Erykah Badu took place in Dallas, involving a Starbucks location.
- Starbucks consumers are showing a growing affinity for Islamofascist politicians.
- Brian Niccol announced tech modernization and AI personalization plans for Starbucks, including a new AI-driven marketing campaign.
- Starbucks and the National Center for Public Policy Research filed a proposal concerning forced labor in solar supply chains.
- Starbucks is set to open a new location in Schuylkill Haven business park in Schuylkill County.
October 2026
37 events- Starbucks jobs and Congress's failure to renew tax credits are impacting health coverage gaps before Medicare.
- Starbucks is undergoing a strategic revival led by Brian Niccol, looking to differentiate its brand, study operational models, and draw inspiration from international coffee cultures like Milan's.
- Sparrow Coffee is expanding its presence, opening new locations in Naperville and Clarendon Hills.
- Starbucks UK introduced a Peppermint flavour range using Arabica beans.
- Panama's coffee market experienced a price plummet following the suspension of the ICO quota system, impacting producers.
- Starbucks partnered with Archie Comics for a campaign, while its drinks are available via DoorDash delivery, and Joseph Green is Global Shopping Editor for Mashable.
- Jefferies Financial Group increased its price objective on Starbucks shares.
- Starbucks expands its presence in key growth markets across Southeast Asia, while a regulatory information service was approved by the FCA.
- Howard Schultz elevated Starbucks into a global sensation, drawing inspiration from Italian coffeehouses.
- Target Corporation has established or is concluding various strong commercial partnerships with major companies including Starbucks, Ulta Beauty, Apple, Levi, and Disney.
- Starbucks and Shake Shack are expanding their presence in the fast casual dining market.
- DFI Retail Group will assume majority ownership of Starbucks-licensed business, while Sembcorp completed the acquisition of Alinta.
- Musk's wealth is contrasted with the challenges faced by low-skill labor.
- Coffee market trends in Calgary show sales increases and premiumization, with major brands highlighting instant coffee demand.
- Walmart, Starbucks, and Slim Chickens are part of a new retail development in the South Valley area.
- Starbucks is exploring a potential takeover of Chipotle Mexican Grill.
- Social media comparisons are driving high luxury consumption and maintaining high discretionary spending.
- Southern Land Company assisted the YMCA of Central and Northern Westchester with relocation and support in Westchester County.
- Trump judges in the Sixth Circuit are weakening NLRB protections, sabotaging Congress laws, and ordering Starbucks to pay damages.
- Trader Joe's is launching a new concentrate aimed at competing with Starbucks.
- Multiple retailers, including NEXT, M&S, and Primark, are offering seasonal autumn fashion, footwear, and food/drink deals.
- Starbucks is planning a new location in Superior, leading the Mayor to address traffic concerns from new businesses.
- New business developments include a Starbucks headquarters, a planned site for Las Vegas LINQ, and acquisitions in Arkansas.
- Aldi is offering cheaper ingredients for customers to make their own lattes.
- Maya Bohem is opening new locations at Cherry Hill Mall and expanding its presence in Gaziantep, Tekirdağ, and Adıyaman.
- Starbucks opened stores in Xinjiang, leading to scrutiny over forced labor and sales to CCP elites.
- 7 Brew Coffee acquired Salad and Go locations, while Dutch Bros. Coffee's growth trajectory is noted in relation to Starbucks' expansion.
- University of Baltimore is located in Baltimore, and Starbucks is mentioned as a local expense.
- Starbucks collaborates with Owala for holiday drinkware, while Owala products compete with Amazon's offerings.
- Starbucks is referenced in local spending examples while Atlantic provides property tax savings estimates in Palm Beach County.
- A consultant suggests that Starbucks store openings are being used as a form of political projection.
- Costco is competing with Starbucks by offering bulk coffee pods, while Quote.com features a Costco finance expert.
- Financial Times reported on the evaluation of a potential takeover involving Starbucks, which was subsequently cited by TipRanks.
- Hilton Grand Vacations and Starbucks were classified as consumer discretionary companies.
- Crave is expanding throughout central Iowa, offering Kona Ice products and positioning itself as an alternative to Starbucks and Hyper.
- Starbucks is closing stores in Manhattan and NYC, while simultaneously debuting a new café prototype in San Antonio.
- Brian Niccol prioritizes recapturing the third place energy for Starbucks.
September 2026
2 eventsShow 3 earlier months
August 2026
1 eventJuly 2026
5 events- Starbucks is pushing operational goals across the North American region.
- Greggs and Starbucks are competing for market share in the UK.
- Homemade alternatives are challenging the market dominance of major coffee brands like Starbucks.
- Dutch Bros opened its first store in the Chicago area and is being compared to Nvidia's growth trajectory while competing in the retail coffee market.
- PepsiCo and General Mills cut product prices while Starbucks incorporates protein trends into its lattes in North America.
June 2026
6 events- Starbucks stock trades on the Nasdaq exchange.
- Starbucks, Crumbl, and Nick the Greek participate in the popular Dubai chocolate trend.
- China is Starbucks' second-largest market, and UBS maintained its price target on the company.
- Jim Cramer commented on stock performance, discussing successful location strategies and noting investor focus on Elon Musk.
- Brian Niccol is leading the 'Back to Starbucks' turnaround strategy, which is facing headwinds in international markets like China. TD Cowen upgraded the stock to Buy in mid-May.
- Starbucks, Chipotle, McDonald's, and Domino's are facing market pressure and underperformance in the core U.S. market.