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Starbucks News: The company said its overall store count will drop by 1% during the 2025 fiscal year, ending with 18,300 total locations across the US and Canada.

10 most expensive coffees in the world and what makes them worth the price

From elephant-digested beans in Thailand to volcanic island brews from the South Atlantic, discover what sets these elite coffees apart and why they command such high prices.

10 most expensive coffees in the world: From Black Ivory coffee to Jamaican Blue Mountain

Coffee is more than a morning pick-me-up—it’s a global obsession that has led to the discovery and cultivation of some of the most extraordinary brews on Earth. These ultra-expensive coffees are cultivated in remote mountains, harvested through intricate processes, and cherished for their complex aromas and rare origins.

Starbucks employees react to CEO's RTO mandate: 'This is the wrong direction. Please stop'

The sudden RTO notices caught many corporate employees of Starbucks by surprise, leading some to immediately begin looking for new jobs.

Starbucks CEO, who used to fly 1,600 km to go to work, buys home near Seattle office

Starbucks spokeswoman Lori Torgerson confirmed that CEO Brian Niccol has bought a home in Seattle and is now frequently seen at the company’s headquarters.

Starbucks Korea bans political names from being used in coffee orders before high-stakes election

To stay neutral while South Korea's election season is heated, Starbucks is preventing customers from using presidential candidates' names in beverage orders.

Starbucks stock drops as sales lag despite CEO's optimism on turnaround plan

Starbucks shares fell 6% after reporting weaker-than-expected earnings and a fifth straight quarter of same-store sales declines, despite CEO Brian Niccol highlighting early progress in the company’s turnaround plan.

Starbucks turnaround bid shows progress with sales slump easing

Earnings per share were slightly higher than the average estimate, while transactions in North America, the chain’s largest market, declined in line with expectations.

Starbucks CEO makes nearly $100 million in 4 months, beats Tim Cook and Sundar Pichai

According to a Bloomberg report, Brian Niccol received $96 million in compensation after joining Starbucks in September 2024. The report revealed that 94% of his earnings stemmed from stock awards, primarily tied to performance metrics and vesting over a three-year period. In addition, Niccol was granted a $5 million sign-on bonus just one month after stepping into his role.

Want to use the restroom at Starbucks? You'll have to buy something first, says coffee chain

The question of bathroom access has been a fraught one for Starbucks, with the issue thrust into the spotlight in 2018 when two Black men were refused access to a branch bathroom while they waited for a friend.

Starbucks India retains welcome mat, no plans to restrict restroom and facility access amid global changes

Starbucks India operates as a 50:50 joint venture between Starbucks Corporation and Tata Consumer Products, under the brand name Tata Starbucks. Established in 2012, the coffee chain has more than 450 outlets in the country.

Starbucks limits use of cafes, bathrooms to paying customers

The company issued a new code of conduct as part of its plan to make stores more welcoming and win back consumers, Starbucks said in an emailed statement.

Tata Consumer says reports of Starbucks looking to exit India 'completely false and baseless'

Tata’s relationship with Starbucks stands strong with shared values and commitment to India, the FMCG company told CNBC-TV18

Tata faces pressure in Starbucks JV as consumers cut back

'We will calibrate for the short term ... In the near term there will be pressure,' says Tata Consumer CEO Sunil D'Souza

Ransomware attack hits 11,000 Starbucks in US, Canada; UK supermarkets also targeted

The attack began on November 21and has affected operations at 11,000 Starbucks locations in the United States and Canada.

Starbucks is said to consider selling stake in Chinese business

The coffee chain has been speaking to advisers about ways to grow its operations in China including the potential introduction of a local partner, the people said, asking not to be identified because the information is private.

Starbucks follows Amazon, asks employees to return to office 3 days a week or get fired

To abide by the company's hybrid policy, CEO Brian Niccol himself undertakes an extensive daily commute of 1,600 kilometres between his home in California and the coffee giant's headquarters in Seattle.

Starbucks baristas say they are understaffed, have to put up with rude customers

'I have been told countless times that part of our job is just taking rude customers,' a Starbucks barista said. 'But there's no clear line between 'rude' and 'hostile' and even then I shouldn't have to put up with anyone being rude to me at my job.'

World Street | Tokyo Metro soars on debut, Starbucks slips, Tupperware agrees to takeover

From General Motor's stellar stock performance and guidance lift for 2024 to Norwegian sovereign wealth fund's strong returns, here's a look at some of the major developments from across the world.

Starbucks reports weak quarterly results despite the arrival of Pumpkin Spice Latte season

The Seattle coffee giant on Tuesday reported weaker-than-expected sales in its fiscal fourth quarter, which ended Sept. 29.

Starbucks CEO Brian Niccol shares career advice: 'It’s a cliché, but you absolutely have to believe...'

Brian Niccol also opened up about what set him apart from other candidates when it came to getting the CEO role at Starbucks. He said that it was his confidence and a five-word phrase he used that convinced recruiters that he was indeed perfect for the job.

Bengaluru entrepreneur trolled for seeking cafes with free WiFi, no expectation to order. Viral

Bhavya Arora's initial post read: 'Need suggestions for cafes in HSR layout which have 1. strong Wi-Fi 2. don't expect you to order 3. (optional) - comfortable seating.'

Starbucks store manager shares heartwarming post on Zomato delivery agent who got his daughter to work

Sonu's determination to provide for his family while ensuring his daughter’s well-being struck a chord with those present. The Starbucks team, moved by his story, offered his daughter a small treat of babyccino—a warm, milk-based drink designed for children.

Bengaluru man buys laptop from Flipkart, gets delivery in 13 minutes while sitting at Starbucks

Sunny Gupta shared his experience of ordering a laptop from Flipkart Minutes on X. Gupta detailed that from the moment he completed his purchase to the time the laptop was delivered to his location at a Starbucks outlet, only 13 minutes had passed.

Shark Tank India's Anupam Mittal says Starbucks desserts are 'more toxic than tobacco companies'

The Shaadi.com owner's comments said that Strabucks's continued value erosion is inevitable. Mittal's comments were made after the coffee chain replaced its Indian-origin CEO Laxman Narasimhan with Chipotle CEO Brian Niccol on August 13.