Tag: Starbucks expansion 2026

What’s actually happening? Starbucks is planning to open 150–175 new stores in 2026 in the U.S., as part of a wider global rollout of hundreds of additional locations. So yes — expansion is moving again. More stores.Refined formats.Stronger focus on experience and efficiency. Naturally, this brings up the question: Can you franchise Starbucks? The honest…