6 Significant Changes You’ll Notice at Starbucks This Year

Although Starbucks is the world’s largest coffee chain—even bigger than Dunkin’!—generating billions of dollars in revenue yearly, it’s always looking for ways to improve. Known for its delicious coffee, cold drinks, sweet treats, and savory snacks, the Seattle-founded brand has undergone many changes in recent years. For example, in 2023, it introduced new ice and upgraded drink toppings …

Starbucks in South Korea steps into the future, being run by 100 robots and only two humans

In South Korea, Starbucks is proving that sometimes the best one for a job isn’t a human. In fact, a small army of robots is a better option. Only two humans are enough to make you the best coffee and to make sure these robots don’t start a coffee uprising! As the two baristas prepare …

First look: Starbucks, Stamford Square, Foundation, Altrincham

Here’s a first look inside Altrincham’s new Starbucks, which has opened in the Stamford Quarter’s Foundation building today. The new 1,708 sq ft cafe is located on the ground floor, at one end of Stamford Square opposite Poundland. It had originally been scheduled to open last month but with Stamford Square now fully resurfaced and the gateway …

Starbucks’ Commitment to Sustainability: The Greener Stores Initiative

As of March, Starbucks has classified nearly 16 percent of its 38,587 cafes worldwide as “Greener Stores,” marking a significant stride towards sustainability. These locations adhere to rigorous standards for waste, energy, and water savings, reflecting Starbucks’ ongoing dedication to environmental responsibility. This number represents a substantial increase from April 2023 and brings the company …

Starbucks shares tumble as China, US demand slowdown clouds outlook

Shares of Starbucks fell nearly 14% before the bell on Wednesday, after the coffee chain cut its annual forecasts on persistent weak demand in the United States from inflation-weary customers and a slower-than-expected recovery in China. Several quarters of price hikes have forced customers to ditch cafes and restaurants and instead drink coffee at home, …