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Western brands have been losing ground to local names amid rising nationalism and reluctance to pay premiums for brands. ...

Starbucks faces significant hurdles in China, which mirrors McDonald's past struggles about a decade ago. If history is of ...

The chain is looking for a local partner to help run its stores in China as it looks to open "thousands" more outlets there in the future.

Starbucks Corporation ( NASDAQ: SBUX) plans to dole out a 2% raise to all salaried employees in North America this year, ...

According to market research institute Mintel Group China, both Starbucks and Luckin have reported strong growth in the ...

Starbucks reported a higher than expected revenue rise for the third quarter, with improved demand in China, menu changes and investments in labor and store operations helping to offset slowing ...

A fast-growing coffee chain from China is challenging Starbucks' global dominance with cheaper prices and a unique approach ...

Starbucks says it plans to add a cold foam protein drink, coconut water-based beverages and improved baked goods to its menu to help turn around the company’s lagging U.S. sales. In the ...

China’s Luckin opened its first stores in New York, showing off its mobile app and low prices, areas where Starbucks has ...

After launching more than 100 restaurants in China, Nong Geng Ji opened its first overseas stop in Singapore in late 2023. It ...