NASDAQ:SBUX

Starbucks (SBUX)

105.72
-0.53 (0.50%)
as of Sep 1, 2026, 7:10:06 pm Market Open.
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star iconSep 1, 2026, 12:00 am

This summary was created by AI, based on 10 opinions in the last 12 months.

Analysts have mixed views on Starbucks (SBUX-Q), highlighting some positive trends but also significant challenges. The new CEO has initiated plans aimed at revitalizing the brand by focusing on customer service and reducing turnover, which has resulted in improved same-store sales. There is a cautious optimism regarding operational changes, such as hiring more baristas to enhance service speed and efficiency, despite the setbacks from store closures and layoffs. However, some experts express concerns about the competitive landscape and rising consumer costs, particularly due to high oil prices. The ongoing union strike and the necessity for Starbucks to penetrate Middle America are viewed as potential hurdles for the turnaround effort, suggesting a complex path ahead.

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Mixed
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Fair Value
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TOP PICK
World-class name. 16,000 locations globally. Have been doing very good cost cutting lately. 4 straight quarters of positive earnings surprises. Long-term growth rate of 16%. Likes the consumer discretionary space, which is where the growth is now. Trading at a forward PE of 20X’s versus its 5 year average of 30.
SELL
(Market Call Minute) It’s too expensive.
BUY
Have restructured and taken a bunch of costs and rationalized the business. Prefers over Tim Horton's (THI-T).
BUY
(Market Call Minute.) You buy this one for restructuring. Costs came down more this quarter than expected and same-store comparables went down less than expected. Stock could probably move higher.
DON'T BUY
An early turnaround story. Aggressively cutting costs. Although they are ahead of schedule, there is limited upside and he would like to see the same store sales growth number turnaround.
DON'T BUY
Great company but unfortunately they may have hit the wall in their growth a couple of years ago. Premium product at a premium price and combined with the economic downturn put a huge crimp in their growth plans.
SELL
Was a traditional growth company trading at high multiples and then the wheels fell off. They are in a difficult position right now with a premium product where people are questioning how much they buy and what they pay.
DON'T BUY
(Market Call Minute.) A company that has come down a long way but not quite there yet. Getting more attractive.
DON'T BUY
Was a great bull economy stock. When things turned down, people stopped paying the premium for their coffee. Over expanded.
DON'T BUY
Have expanded aggressively the last few years. There is a trend towards other products. Getting a lot of competition. Think they have some hard decisions to make.
SELL
Suffered a giant decline from $40. You would think the decline was over, but he sees some things on the fundamental side that concerns him. He would be a seller despite the large decline. Concerned there will be more downside.
SELL
(Market Call Minute.) When a growth stock is broken, it can take a long time to get going again.
BUY
At these levels it's a good buy. Management has been changed. Looking to grow their stores at a slightly slower pace. Still have lots of potential for international expansion.
SELL
(Market Call Minute.) It will be a while before it grows into its current valuation.
SELL
(Market Call Minute.) Valuation is still too high. They need to cut down their non-performance stores.
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