Starbucks: weekly briefings
- 30 Oct – 6 Nov 2026
Starbucks forecasts annual profit above estimates, announces $1bn buyback · Starbucks plans AI drive-thru testing with customer recognition and personalised menus
- 23 Oct – 30 Oct 2026
Starbucks US sales climb 7.7% and profit rises; revenue falls · Starbucks to resume buybacks as China shift clouds outlook
- 16 Oct – 23 Oct 2026
Starbucks China to require purchase for in-store seating nationwide · Atlanta City Council endorses Starbucks boycott over stalled union talks
- 9 Oct – 16 Oct 2026
Starbucks Denies Chipotle Takeover After Financial Times Report · Federal Lawsuit Challenges Starbucks 'Sugar-Free' Protein Drink Claims
- 3 Oct – 10 Oct 2026
Starbucks reported to have explored takeover of Chipotle · Starbucks sued over 'sugar-free' label on protein drinks