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Is Retrenchment the Next Wise Step for Starbucks?

Starbucks is initiating a $1 billion restructuring plan, involving layoffs and remodels. Is this plan wise?

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CEO Brian Niccol’s Bold ‘Back to Starbucks’ Strategy Endorsed by Company Founder Howard Schultz

Schultz believes that Starbucks’ coffee-first identity is essential to its continued success.

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Starbucks Unveils Green Dot Assist, Powered by Microsoft Azure’s OpenAI Platform

Starbucks’ new AI assistant, Green Dot, will help baristas complete certain tasks faster.

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Starbucks Unveils 4 New Summer Drinks and Brings Back a Beloved Dessert

Starbucks is dropping frosty new items in July, but one sweet treat may already be back on the menu.

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Starbucks Makes Major Change to Its Rewards Program

Starbucks has updated its Terms of Purchase, which changes the way Stars are accumulated.

Starbucks Limited-Time Iced Horchata Oatmilk Shaken Espresso Is a Callback to Mexican Culture

Starbucks’ Limited-Time Iced Horchata Oatmilk Shaken Espresso Is a Callback to Mexican Culture

This Starbucks drink is only available for a limited time.

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​​How Strict Should Starbucks’ Barista Dress Code Be?

More than 2,000 Starbucks baristas at 120 U.S. stores went on strike this week in protest of a new dress code. Will Starbucks’ dress code changes be beneficial enough for customers, or is it asking too much of baristas?

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Thousands of Starbucks Baristas on Strike Over ‘Restrictive’ New Dress Code: ‘Customers Don’t Care What Color Our Clothes Are’

Starbucks workers are striking over a new dress code and other concerns.

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Brewing Loyalty: Starbucks Invests in Employee Education, Celebrates Graduates From Free College Program

Starbucks invests in its employees with a tuition-free college program via ASU.

Trader Joe's released a Starbuck's dupe drink.

Trader Joe’s Launches Sparkling Version of Discontinued Starbucks Favorite

Trader Joe’s has released a similar, sparkling version of a popular, discontinued Starbucks beverage.

Starbucks is Giving Away Free Cold Foam — And Introducing a New Cold Foam Flavor

Starbucks Is Giving Away Free Cold Foam — And Introducing a New Cold Foam Flavor

Starbucks is giving away free cold foam this week.

The Starbucks Summer 2025 Menu Is Everything Fans Wished for and More

Starbucks is unveiling new drinks and snacks.

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New Starbucks Dress Code for Baristas Takes Effect Next Month

The Starbucks dress code is getting a bit more strict.

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Starbucks Implements New Speed Goals To Reduce Order Wait Times

After past issues with long wait times, Starbucks is aiming to get orders out faster.

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Should Starbucks Be Worried as 2 Chinese Competitors, Chagee and Luckin Coffee, Prepare To Enter the US Market?

Starbucks is in the midst of a significant turnaround effort. Will Chinese competition hamper its efforts?

Starbucks Brings Back the Sit & Stay Coffee Concept In Shocking Culture Turnaround

Starbucks Tries To Rebuild Its Coffeehouse Culture With ‘Sit and Stay’ Strategy

Starbucks is trying to reestablish itself as a community coffeehouse where people want to sit and stay.

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Starbucks To Pay California Man $50 Million. Here’s What Happened

The ride-share employee claimed Starbucks burned him irreparably with its tea.

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Starbucks’ New Spring Menu Highlights Iced Cherry Chai, Jalapeno Chicken Pocket

Starbucks is rolling out its new spring menu on March 4.

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Starbucks Is Laying Off 1,100 Corporate Workers and Dropping More Menu Items

Employees impacted by Starbucks’ layoffs will be notified on Tuesday.

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Some Starbucks Are Switching to Compostable Cups for Cold Drinks: Is Your Store on the List?

Have you gotten your cold drink in a paper cup yet at Starbucks?

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Changes Are Coming to Starbucks Mobile Ordering — Here’s What You Need To Know

Changes are ahead for Starbucks’ mobile customers.

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Starbucks Is Giving Out Free Coffee To Help With Your Super Bowl Hangover

Starbucks says it has the cure for the Super Bowl hangover blues.

Starbucks Introduces New Blackberry Sage Refreshers & Valentine's Day Beverages

Starbucks Introduces New Blackberry Sage Refreshers & Valentine’s Day Beverages

Starbucks is upping the ante on its drink offerings.

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Starbucks Teases Upcoming Spring Menu

Starbucks has teased its spring menu, which will bring a fresh lineup of seasonal flavors and aromas this March.

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Starbucks Faces Declining Traffic, Flat Revenue: Will Its Turnaround Plan Succeed?

Starbucks recently released a mixed earnings report. How will the company fare in 2025?

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Starbucks Surpasses Quarterly Sales Expectations Amid Turnaround Efforts

Starbucks beat analysts’ projections, indicating its turnaround strategy might be working.

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Select Starbucks Stores Have a Panic Button: Why Do They Need It?

Will a panic button work to keep Starbucks employees and customers safe?

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Starbucks Returns to Its Old-School Roots With Condiment Bars and Personalized Cups, Expands Free Refills

Starbucks is bringing back some of its time-honored traditions to woo customers.

Starbucks is Closing Dozens of Stores in 2025. Is Your Area Affected

Starbucks Is Closing Several Stores in 2025. Is Your Area Affected?

Starbucks shops around the country are feeling the crunch of inflation.

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Should Starbucks End Its ‘Open-Door’ Policy?

Reversing its open-door policy after almost seven years, Starbucks will require people visiting its coffee shops to buy something in order to stay or to use its bathrooms. What potential problems do you see in reversing the policy?

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No More Free Hangouts: Starbucks Closes Open-Door Policy

Starbucks’ open-door policy previously allowed people to use the restrooms and linger around without buying anything.

Starbucks Introduces New Merch Items for Valentine's Day

Starbucks Introduces New Merch Items for Valentine’s Day

Starbucks has a new collection for the lovers.

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Starbucks Brings Back the Pistachio Latte, Adds New Cortado and Spicy Falafel Pocket to Menu

Starbucks is set to offer exciting new menu options to kick off 2025.

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Will Labor Unrest Get Worse Before It Gets Better?

Recent strikes over the holiday period show the labor pressures aren’t letting up. Do you see labor activism at retail taking another step forward or retreating in 2025?

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Starbucks Strike Expands to 3 More Cities Ahead of Christmas

Starbucks workers have voted to strike.

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Starbucks Increases Parental Leave for Employees

Starbucks has increased the amount of fully paid time off employees can take to care for a child.

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98% of Starbucks Workers United Baristas Vote To Strike if Necessary: ‘Whatever It Takes’

Out of all Starbucks Workers United baristas, 98% have voted to authorize a strike.

Starbucks Has Released a New Creamer Inspired by Popular $2 Drinks

Starbucks Is Releasing New Dairy-Free Creamers Inspired by Popular Drinks

Starbucks is releasing new dairy-free creamers for its devoted fans.

Taco Bell's opened a new drink cafe dedicated to its innovative beverages.

Taco Bell Tests New Drink-Focused Cafe, Which Could Give Starbucks and Dunkin’ a Run for Their Money

Taco Bell’s drink cafe could carve its own niche in the beverage business.

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Starbucks CEO Heralds 30-Second Rule Timesaver and Return of Customer Favorite

Starbucks CEO Brian Niccol says these new changes will make a big difference.

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Starbucks Is the Latest Victim of a Ransomware Attack

Starbucks is the victim of a cyberattack on a third-party vendor used by the coffee chain.

Thanksgiving 2024 Which Restaurants Are Open, & Which Are Closed

Thanksgiving 2024: Which Restaurants Are Open & Which Are Closed

Thanksgiving 2024 has a variety of restaurants open for those who aren’t cooking.

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Starbucks Is an Undeniable Teen Hot Spot, But Why?

Starbucks has become a popular hangout spot for American teens and tweens, but why?

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Starbucks 2024 Holiday Menu: New Tastes Debut and Old Favorites Return

The tastes of the holiday season are now available at your local Starbucks.

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Starbucks Unveils New Holiday Cup Designs

Starbucks has unveiled its latest holiday cup designs.

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Here’s How Sharpies Will Allow Starbucks Employees To Humanize the Coffee Experience Again

Could a simple Sharpie be the solution to humanizing the Starbucks experience again?

There will no longer be an extra charge for non-dairy milk at Starbucks,

Starbucks Will Stop Charging Extra For Non-Dairy Milk

The money-saving change takes place on Nov. 7, 2024.

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Starbucks Will No Longer Make Its Olive Oil Infused Coffee, Oleato

The drinks had mixed reactions since their January 2024 debut in the U.S.

Starbucks Launches New Line of 'Wicked' Themed Coffees & Mugs

Starbucks Launches New Line of ‘Wicked’ Themed Coffees & Mugs

Starbucks is joining the “Wicked” craze.

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Starbucks CEO Brian Niccol Says He’s Looking Into Company Staffing Shortages

The new Starbucks CEO is trying to address the problems in his company.