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Starbucks Stock is Up YTD – Thank a Kardashian

As Starbucks stock climbs 25% year-to-date, the Khloud protein popcorn partnership signals the company's turnaround is finally taking hold.

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Starbucks 'Tank Campaign' Mocked 1980 Massacre Victims—Korea Boss Issues Second Apology Over Insensitive Ad

Starbucks Korea's 'Tank Day' campaign sparked outrage by inadvertently referencing the 1980 Gwangju massacre, leading to public apologies and calls for a boycott.

International Business Times UK

Ex-Starbucks President Enters Mental Health Clinic Amid Anxiety And 'Retirement Depression': 'I'll Be Back Soon'

Howard Behar, who grew Starbucks from 28 to 15,000 stores, entered a mental health clinic for anxiety and 'retirement depression.'

International Business Times UK

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Starbucks sees sharp drop in Korean sales after 'Tank Day' marketing backlash

Starbucks Korea sales have dropped significantly. This follows a marketing campaign that caused public anger. The campaign was linked to the Gwangju Uprising. Shinsegae Group chairman Chung Yong-jin has apologized. He stated he takes full responsibility for the incident. The company acknowledges serious flaws in its risk management. Starbucks global…

The Economic Times

South Korean Starbucks boss apologizes for ad campaign that evoked massacre

South Korean retail tycoon Chung Yong-jin has apologized for a second time in two weeks as Starbucks' local operation faces a backlash over a recent marketing campaign that was widely perceived as mocking victims of a bloody military crackdown on pro-democracy protesters in 1980

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Are Starbucks, Walmart and Target Open for Business on Memorial Day 2026?

Memorial Day 2026 sees major retailers including Walmart, Target and Starbucks remain open, while Costco and federal services are closed. The holiday combines remembrance with increased travel and shopping activity.

International Business Times UK

Starbucks Retires NomadGo Inventory AI Across 11,000 Stores: Workers Had to Recount Every Scan

Starbucks terminated its AI-powered inventory counting system across all North American stores this week, nine months after deploying it as a centerpiece of CEO Brian Niccol's "Back to Starbucks" turnaround — the most prominent enterprise AI rollback in retail so far in 2026. An internal newsletter reviewed by Reuters and…

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Starbucks AI Inventory Tool Gets Booted After Struggling To Tell Oat Milk From Dairy

Starbucks has discontinued its AI-powered inventory system in North America due to inaccuracies, reverting to manual methods to ensure consistent stock availability and improve supply chain performance.

International Business Times UK

'Caused More Harm Than Good': Seattle Mayor Walks Back Explosive Starbucks Boycott Push

Seattle Mayor Katie Wilson retracts her support for a Starbucks boycott, admitting her comments were counterproductive amid ongoing economic and labour tensions in the city.

International Business Times UK

Plans for new Starbucks in Scottish town blocked

Plans to build a new Starbucks in the car park of aTesco store were narrowly rejected by Falkirk councillors

The National (Scotland)

US employers spend more than $1.5bn a year to fight labor unions, report finds

Critics say employers spend money hiring union-avoidance consultants and lawyers while not investing in workers

The Guardian - US

Starbucks Korea head fired after 'Tank Day' promotion sparks public uproar

SEOUL - The head of Starbucks Korea has been ‌fired after a marketing campaign sparked public outrage and boycott calls for evoking painful memories of a brutal military crackdown on pro-democracy protesters in 1980.

Bangkok Post

Starbucks layoffs 2026 continue: What is driving the third round of job cuts under Brian Niccol, how many workers will be impacted and what employees need to know about severance?

Starbucks layoffs 2026: Starbucks is cutting 300 US corporate jobs and closing regional support offices. This move is part of a broader turnaround strategy aimed at profitable growth. The company expects 400 million dollars in restructuring charges. These job cuts do not affect coffeehouse employees. This is the third round…

The Economic Times

Starbucks Korea dismisses CEO over controversial campaign

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Starbucks Korea fires CEO after ‘Tank Day’ campaign sparks fury over dictatorship-era massacre

President Lee Jae Myung condemns ad campaign as ‘bottom-feeding behaviour from these low-class peddlers’

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The Keurig K-Crema high-pressure coffee maker produces creamy, smooth brews with speed and ease

The first Keurig machine with PressureInfusion Technology, the K-Crema is a game-changer for lovers of smooth, flavorful brews.

The Guardian - UK

Starbucks Korea CEO dismissed over ad evoking massacre of pro-democracy protesters

‘Tank Day’ event causes outrage with ‘malicious mockery’ of deadly crackdown during dictatorship era

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Starbucks Layoffs: What to Know About the Latest SBUX Job Cuts

Starbucks stock inched higher on Friday as management announced layoffs and the closure of regional offices. TD Cowen recommends buying SBUX shares at current levels.

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Starbucks Layoffs: Coffee Giant Axing 300 Corporate Jobs and Closing Regional Offices in Major Turnaround

Starbucks is cutting 300 corporate jobs and closing regional offices as part of a turnaround strategy, focusing on streamlining operations while investing in café improvements and staff hiring.

The Economic Times

Starbucks to open first corporate office in India for tech jobs

Starbucks is establishing its first corporate technology office in India, aiming for fiscal year 2027 to bring outsourced roles in-house and reduce costs. This move is part of a broader strategy to cut $2 billion in expenses and decrease reliance on external service providers, following recent layoffs and a shift…

The Independent UK

Starbucks lays off 300 office staff

Some 2,300 corporate employees have been let go in three rounds of layoffs since February 2025

International Business Times

Starbucks To Cut Hundreds Of Corporate Jobs As Part Of Push To 'Return The Company to Durable Profitable Growth'

Starbucks announced on Friday that it will cut 300 corporate jobs in the U.S. and shut down some regional support offices as part of a push to "return the company to durable, profitable growth."

The Economic Times

Starbucks to cut 61 technology jobs in Seattle

Starbucks is making headlines with the announcement of 61 tech job reductions at its Seattle HQ, signaling a pivotal phase in the company’s transformation journey. These layoffs align with an overarching strategy to sharpen focus on elevating customer experiences and driving revenue growth. This decision comes after prior restructuring efforts,…

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Positioning for a Big Move: SBUX Long Straddle Trade Idea

When volatility is low, options become cheaper, so today we’re looking for stocks with a low IV Percentile which could be good candidates for a Long Straddle trade.

The Guardian - UK

Nine dollars for a Starbucks is an ‘affordable luxury’? CEOs need to wake up and smell the coffee

The head honcho thinks splurging nearly $10 on a beverage during a cost-of-living crisis is fine for a ‘special experience’. It’s time to offer my own valuable advice, writes Arwa Mahdawi

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