Former Starbucks boss ordered to remove illegal tennis court from Hampshire land A countryside property can be a private retreat, but transforming agricultural land into an elaborate leisure complex can bring planning rules into sharp focus. In Durley, near Southampton, a former Starbucks franchise executive’s ambitious garden makeover has ended in a planning setback after a three-year dispute. A planning inspector has… The Times of India · Oct 24
Starbucks China just ended free seating at 8,000 stores The rule change comes as Starbucks China spends 300 million yuan on staffing and store upgrades. Fortune · Oct 23
Here's What to Expect From Starbucks’ Next Earnings Report Starbucks is set to report its Q4 earnings next week, with analysts expecting a robust double-digit year-over-year EPS growth. Barchart · Oct 23
Starbucks makes major change to store policy in China as it struggles to compete with local coffee chains The new rule applies across 8,000 outlets as the chain faces growing competition from cheaper Chinese rivals The Independent UK · Oct 22
Customers complain about opening hours of coffee shops. Then baristas push back: ‘Y’all never actually show up to the café at 5:30 in the morning’ Supply and demand, but is the demand justified ? We Got This Covered · Oct 21
Tim Cook says late Apple cofounder Steve Jobs gave him this unforgettable advice before handing over the reins as CEO: ‘Never ask what I would do’ Former Apple CEO Tim Cook says the advice from Steve Jobs was a “gift” in leading the $4.86 trillion tech giant: “I just put my head down and thought, ‘I’m going to be the best version of myself.” Fortune · Oct 18
Texas woman says she ordered an $8 Starbucks drive-thru drink. Then the barista allegedly threw a tantrum over selecting ‘no tip’ "Does it look like I can afford a tip?" We Got This Covered · Oct 16
Kelly Clarkson is nobody's idol A fight with Brooklyn small business Art of Play reveals the dark side of celebrity worship Salon · Oct 15
A TikToker found mini pumpkin pies at Trader Joe’s after buying one at Starbucks that morning, and asks ‘Why is it the same pie?’ One TikTok shopper spotted a near twin of her Starbucks pie We Got This Covered · Oct 14
Who are the lumpen elements given a free run against protesters in CP? On the evening of October 11, a white Maruti Suzuki Fronx, registration UP14-HA-4945, sat near Gate 7 of the metro station in Connaught Place for nearly two hours. Four men were inside. Newslaundry reporters could see lathis in the vehicle. Newslaundry · Oct 14
Starbucks Just Hiked Its Dividend by 1.6%. Here’s Why It’s Still Not an Obvious ‘Buy.’ Starbucks raised its quarterly dividend by about 1.6% to $0.63 per share ahead of its Oct. 29 fiscal fourth-quarter report, after global comparable sales rose 7.9% in the prior quarter. Barchart · Oct 13
5 Coffee Creamers That Add More Sugar Than You May Realize Coffee creamer can make a morning cup taste like a coffeehouse treat, but a little splash can add more sugar than you might expect. Many popular flavored creamers contain around 5 grams of sugar per tablespoon, even when their sweetness doesn’t seem especially strong. The serving size is also smaller… Grocery Coupon Guide · Oct 13
US Stock Market today: Reasons behind S&P 500, Nasdaq fall in Wall Street, top, worst performing sectors, stocks US Stock Market update: Micron Technology fell 3.9 per cent, Advanced Micro Devices dropped 2.3 per cent, Broadcom slid 1.9 per cent and Nvidia gave up 1.3 per cent. The Economic Times · Oct 13
Barchart · Oct 12 SBUX Stock Alert: Starbucks Sets the Record Straight on Chipotle Takeover Rumors Starbucks shares rally as management denies plans of buying Chipotle. But does that warrant buying SBUX stock today? Let’s find out!
International Business Times · Oct 12 Starbucks Says It Is Not Buying Chipotle. The Denial Sends Chipotle Shares Tumbling. The speculation had drawn attention to Starbucks CEO Brian Niccol, who previously led Chipotle before taking over the coffee chain in 2024.
MarketBeat · Oct 12 3 Stocks Raise Dividends, But Which Has Room to Keep Growing? Accenture, Curtiss-Wright, and Starbucks all raised their dividends, with Starbucks' hike coming amid reports it explored acquiring Chipotle during its ongoing turnaround.
The Independent UK · Oct 10 A flight attendant shares how customers can show their appreciation besides following plane etiquette Flight attendants are not allowed to accept bribes from passengers
Fortune · Oct 9 Why Starbucks buying Chipotle would likely be a disaster for Niccol Starbucks needs Niccol’s focus, not a struggling burrito chain.
Barchart · Oct 8 CMG Stock Pops on Reports Starbucks Considered Chipotle Takeover Chipotle stock rallies on reports Starbucks explored a potential buyout. Options sentiment suggests CMG shares will rally through the remainder of 2026.
The Economic Times · Oct 8 Chipotle stock surges 6% as Starbucks explores potential takeover of CMG - here's what investors need to know Chipotle stock jumped after a report that Starbucks has explored a potential takeover of the Mexican fast-casual chain. Here’s what the reported interest means for CMG stock, Brian Niccol’s connection and Chipotle’s international expansion plans.
International Business Times UK · Oct 7 Starbucks Is Shrinking Its Cafés While Bringing Back the 'Third Place' Customers Lost Starbucks is testing smaller cafés with seating and social space as Brian Niccol's 'Back to Starbucks' strategy seeks to restore the 'third place'.
The Economic Times · Oct 7 Magic Johnson quietly built 105 Starbucks stores in underserved urban neighborhoods; in 2010, he sold his stake back to Starbucks in a deal reported at about $75 million In 1998, Starbucks teamed up with basketball legend Magic Johnson to establish coffee shops in urban neighborhoods lacking access to quality beverages. Over a span of 12 years, this synergy resulted in over 100 locations opening in major U.S. cities. The initiative sought to harness the economic influence of African…
Grocery Coupon Guide · Oct 7 8 Starbucks Ordering Tricks That Can Keep a Drink From Getting Ridiculously Expensive A Starbucks run can start with a simple coffee and end with a drink that costs as much as lunch. Extra espresso shots, flavored syrups, cold foam, and specialty milk choices can turn a basic order into an expensive habit. The good news is that you do not have to…
International Business Times UK · Oct 7 Starbucks Is Being Sued Over 'Sugar-Free' Protein Lattes That Contain as Much Sugar as a Kitkat Bar A proposed US class action alleges Starbucks falsely labels eight protein lattes and matcha drinks as sugar-free despite containing 13g to 21g of sugar per serving.