SBUX · News · 20260917N
Store Count and Expansion
STARBUCKS CORP · 2026-09-17 · Importance 26 · Surprise 24 · In source text
Starbucks plans to open 600–650 new coffeehouses in fiscal 2026. The expansion is focused on international markets and a more capital-efficient licensing model. Starbucks plans to use new store prototypes and disciplined development to pursue additional white-space opportunities. The company expects comparatively modest North American growth for the next few years while facing competition from McDonald’s and Chipotle.
Key facts
- Starbucks plans to open 600-650 new coffeehouses in fiscal 2026. source
Impact estimates
| metric | direction | stage | expected | basis |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| revenue | positive | probable | — | Starbucks plans to open 600-650 new coffeehouses in fiscal 2026. |
| assets | positive | probable | — | Starbucks plans to open 600-650 new coffeehouses in fiscal 2026. |