Starbucks
Tracked across 17 events · 206 articles · First seen Jan 13, 2025 · Last active Jun 11, 2026
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Impact: Starbucks implemented a new dress code, leading to a strike by some of its baristas and a complaint filed by Starbucks unions with the United States — National Labor Relations Board.
May 14, 2025 · 6 articles
Business
Impact: Starbucks is launching its fall menu, featuring the return of the Pumpkin Spice Latte and other seasonal items, which is expected to boost sales and customer engagement.
Jul 21, 2025 · 6 articles
Business
Impact: Starbucks is undergoing a $1 billion restructuring plan, closing underperforming stores and laying off approximately 900 employees to improve financial performance and customer experience. This move is expected to make Starbucks a 'better, stronger, and more resilient' company.
Sep 25, 2025 · 6 articles
Business
Impact: Starbucks appointed List of Canadian first-class cricketers as its new CTO, a move expected to accelerate its technology initiatives and strengthen digital capabilities, aligning with CEO Brian Niccol's strategy to improve labor efficiency and customer experience.
Dec 20, 2025 · 15 articles
Business
Starbucks Korea launched a 'Tank Day' marketing campaign on May 18, the anniversary of the Gwangju Uprising, promoting 'Tank tumblers' with the slogan 'Thwack it on the table!'. This campaign was widely perceived as mocking…
Impact: Starbucks, through its South Korean operation, launched a controversial marketing campaign that led to public outrage, boycotts, and a significant drop in sales. The company issued multiple apologies and initiated an investigation.
May 19, 2026 · 35 articles
Business
Impact: Starbucks transferred its licensed business in Greece and Cyprus to Alshaya Group, consolidating its partnership with one of its largest global licensees. This move aims to enhance the Starbucks experience in the region.
Apr 08, 2026 · 6 articles
Business
Impact: Starbucks is under investigation by Meitar Law Offices after a class action lawsuit survived a motion to dismiss, alleging the company hid declining store traffic in the United States and China.
Oct 31, 2025 · 20 articles
Business
Impact: Starbucks is mentioned as a potential franchise eatery that could replace the closed Sainsbury s cafes, indicating a possible expansion of its presence within Sainsbury s stores.
Apr 06, 2025 · 6 articles
International
Impact: Starbucks dropped 4.5% to 4.8%, as consumers reduce spending on non-essential items.
Mar 27, 2026 · 17 articles
Business
Alex Karp>>>, CEO of Palantir>>>, sparked debate by comparing excessive AI usage to a 'porn addiction' at the company's AIPCon 10 event. He criticized 'tokenmaxxing,' where organizations prioritize high AI consumption and computing power over…
Impact: Starbucks>>> tied tech workers' bonuses to AI adoption targets, illustrating the previous corporate push for aggressive AI integration.
Jun 06, 2026 · 6 articles
International
The United States — United States Department of Labor reported that jobless aid applications reached their highest level in four months, increasing to 225,000 for the week ending May 30. This rise is attributed to…
Impact: Starbucks is mentioned as one of the companies that have recently cut jobs, reflecting broader labor market trends.
May 28, 2026 · 21 articles
Business
AH Realty Trust completed the acquisition of a 49% interest in Park Avenue Plaza, a 45-story, 1.2 million rentable square foot Class A office building in United States — New York City, for a gross…
Impact: Starbucks is mentioned as a tenant in another joint venture property of AH Realty Trust, providing context on Vornado's broader real estate activities.
Apr 20, 2026 · 6 articles
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Starbucks suffered sales dropStarbucks Korea 'Tank Day'...
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Starbucks withdrew campaignStarbucks Korea 'Tank Day'...
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Shinsegae fired chief executive StarbucksStarbucks Korea 'Tank Day'...
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Starbucks issued apologyStarbucks Korea 'Tank Day'...
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Starbucks began investigationStarbucks Korea 'Tank Day'...
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South Korea opened investigation StarbucksStarbucks Korea 'Tank Day'...
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Yun Ho-jung called for boycotts StarbucksStarbucks Korea 'Tank Day'...
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Lee Jae Myung condemned campaign StarbucksStarbucks Korea 'Tank Day'...
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Starbucks cut jobsUS Jobless Claims Rise...
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