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Starbucks

SBUXRestaurantsSeattle, United States

Starbucks Corporation, along with its various subsidiaries, operates worldwide as a key player in roasting, marketing, and selling specialty coffee. Its business is structured into three main operating divisions: North America, International markets, and Channel Development. The company's retail outlets offer a broad assortment of coffee and tea beverages, roasted whole bean and ground coffees, single-serve options, and ready-to-drink products. Customers can also find a variety of food items, including pastries, breakfast sandwiches, and lunch selections. Furthermore, Starbucks extends its brand reach by licensing its trademarks to independently operated stores, grocery retailers, and foodservice accounts. Products are sold under well-known labels such as Starbucks, Teavana, Seattle's Best Coffee, Evolution Fresh, Ethos, Starbucks Reserve, and Princi. As of October 3, 2021, Starbucks had a significant global presence, operating 16,826 company-owned and licensed stores across North America, in addition to 17,007 similar locations internationally. The company, established in 1971, is headquartered in Seattle, Washington.

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Starbucks at a glance

Starbucks is a restaurants company headquartered in Seattle, United States, founded in 1971. It is publicly listed (SBUX) with a market capitalisation of $120.2B. Xcout tracks 22 named people at Starbucks, including Brian R Niccol (Chairman & Chief Executive Officer). Xcout recorded 2 job postings from Starbucks in the last 90 days.

Industry
Restaurants
Headquarters
Seattle, United States
Market cap
$120.2B
Employees
381,000
Ticker
SBUX
Founded
1971
Job postings recorded (90 days)
2
Xcout AI Rank
28/100
Xcout Green Rank
0/100

Starbucks leadership

  • Brian R NiccolChairman & Chief Executive Officer
  • Brady BrewerChief Executive Officer of Starbucks International
  • Mike GramsEVP & COO
  • Catherine R. SmithExecutive Vice President & Chief Financial Officer
  • Anand VaradarajanExecutive Vice President & Chief Technology Officer
  • Pilar RamosExecutive Vice President & Chief Legal Officer

16 more named people on record for Starbucks, with roles, board committees and tenure — see the full roster →

Hiring at Starbucks

Xcout recorded 2 job postings from Starbucks in the last 90 days, from a hiring record Xcout has kept since June 2026.

The weekly hiring trend, the roles and locations behind it — see Starbucks's hiring signals →

Recent Starbucks news

8 corporate events on record, with sources — see the full timeline →

Starbucks competitors

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Luckin Coffee Inc.LKNCY · RestaurantsXiamen, China
70% matchPublic

Luckin Coffee Inc. operates as a prominent retailer of freshly prepared coffee and a variety of other beverages across the People's Republic of China. Their extensive product range encompasses both hot and iced brewed coffees, including classics like Americano, Latte, and Mocha, as well as unique specialty drinks tailored to market trends and seasonal availability. Beyond coffee, the company offers popular choices such as coconut milk lattes, an assortment of teas, and ready-to-drink options. Customers can also find convenient pre-packaged food items like pastries, sandwiches, and snacks, alongside branded merchandise including cups and tote bags. Luckin Coffee employs a diverse operational strategy, featuring its branded pick-up stores, more spacious 'relax' cafes, and dedicated delivery kitchens. Digital engagement is seamlessly integrated through its proprietary mobile application, a Weixin mini-program, and various third-party payment platforms. Additionally, the company provides technical and consulting services, and is involved in manufacturing materials for its products. As of December 31, 2021, Luckin Coffee had built a substantial footprint with 4,397 company-owned stores, 1,627 partnership locations, and 1,102 automated Luckin Coffee EXPRESS machines. Established in 2017, its corporate headquarters are situated in Xiamen, People's Republic of China.

Market cap$9.4B
Employees33,795
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More on Starbucks in Xcout Intel

  • 22 named people with titles, LinkedIn and board committees
  • Weekly hiring history and the mix of roles behind it
  • 8 corporate events with sources — deals, leadership changes, layoffs
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