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Japan Business Sale or IPO

STARBUCKS CORP · 2026-09-17 · Importance 64 · Surprise 42

Starbucks is reportedly considering selling a majority stake in its Japan business at an estimated valuation of approximately $3 billion. The Japan operation comprises more than 1,800 stores, making the potential transaction financially material relative to Starbucks’ revenue base. A sale could monetize a major overseas market and refocus capital on U.S. operations. The report also notes Starbucks’ prior China joint-venture restructuring and a planned $1 billion North American coffeehouse revamp.