Starbucks is a company in Burnaze's franchise knowledge graph, mentioned since 2015. 916 stories link here, each summarized from the original publisher. * Starbucks plans 4% growth in fiscal 2027 with new store formats and technology, including AI that helps baristas take drive-thru orders [[2026-10-30 4 operations moves behind Starbucks' 2027 growth plan (59ac4d)]]. * The company's global same-store sales grew 6.2% for the full fiscal year, with North America lifting 6.6% and the U.S. 6.5% [[2026-10-30 Starbucks Prepares for a ‘Major Tech Modernization’ (3522ab)]]. * Starbucks' U.S. same-store sales rose 7.7% in Q4, driven by a 5.2% increase in ticket size and 2.4% transaction growth [[2026-10-30 Starbucks’ strong comps driven by ticket growth (e212f6)]]. * Starbucks ended its fiscal year with a 7.2% increase in global comparable coffeehouse sales for the fourth quarter, driven by a 5% increase in average ticket and a 2.7% increase in comparable transactions in North America [[2026-10-29 Starbucks closes fiscal 2026 with 7.9% North America comp gain (9a894f)]]. * The company reported a 7.9% North America comp gain and a 6.2% global comp sales growth for the full fiscal year [[2026-10-29 Starbucks closes fiscal 2026 with 7.9% North America comp gain (9a894f)]]. * Starbucks is transforming its aesthetic through overnight remodels, with 1,500 locations remodeled by the end of September and thousands more planned [[2026-10-27 How Starbucks' overnight remodels transform the chain's aesthetic (40fee8)]]. * Starbucks improved its service and sales with the Green Apron Service Model, which sets standards for baristas and increases labor hours in stores [[2026-10-19 How Starbucks improved service and turned its sales around (6192ae)]]. * Starbucks confirmed it is not pursuing an acquisition of Chipotle, ending speculation about a potential merger [[2026-10-12 Starbucks Confirms it is Not Buying Chipotle (46e121)]] Filed under Restaurants / Coffee & tea.
Taco Bell is bringing on Julie Fells Masino as Brand President to help deliver same-store sales growth with innovation, new store development and a seamless customer experience.
QSR Magazine highlights nine trends that defined the quick service industry in 2017, including healthier menus and technology adoption.
Studies suggest over-digitalization can lead to negative effects on mental and physical health, and that a digital detox may be beneficial.
On Wednesday, Starbucks’ Shanghai Roastery became the first of the coffee brand’s locations to feature an augmented reality experience, facilitated by a free-to-use smartphone application.
Starbucks has released a Christmas Tree frappuccino as a limited-time offering.
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Franchise company leaders emphasize the importance of internal customer service for home office teams.
New franchise growth to 500 units is possible in today's marketplace, despite challenges.
Starbucks partners with Princi to open its first stand-alone Italian restaurant, marking a new innovation in the brand's culinary offerings.
Starbucks is breaking into the food industry and preparing to open up its first stand-alone Italian restaurant.
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Starbucks sells the Tazo tea brand to Unilever for $384 million, focusing on its up-level strategy with Teavana and tea sales in stores.
Starbucks is looking ahead to the next big holiday. According to a recent article in Fast Casual, the brand is rolling out its signature red cups.
Although millennials are less likely to drink coffee than their parents, they are more likely to drink it outside of their homes.
Just in time for Halloween, Starbucks has launched a seasonal drink.
CEOs should develop a strategy for responding to customer complaints.
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Foursquare releases its first annual QSR Loyalty Index report, ranking top QSR chains by customer loyalty.
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Starbucks has closed its online store and discontinued subscription programs, positioning the brand as a must-visit destination rather than just a retailer.
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Top Franchise Leaders of September 2017, featuring Franlebrities and Frantastic news, including the return of the Pumpkin Spice Latte.
McDonald’s is ready to take on Starbucks and Dunkin in the ready-to-drink coffee scene.
Starbucks' Pumpkin Spice Latte is back, with the company's product manager noting that the drink has taken on a life of its own since its introduction 14 years ago.