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Starbucks Sees 4% Growth Amid Margin Concerns

1/30/2026

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  • Starbucks reported 4% global comparable-store sales growth in Q1 2026, driven by a 3% rise in transactions.
  • Starbucks' operating margins fell to 9.0%, down 290 basis points.
  • At the inaugural Investor Day, CEO Brian Niccol outlined goals including a non-GAAP EPS target by 2028.
  • The rewards program will relaunch on March 10 with three tiers.
  • Investors remain cautious about rising costs and the need for consistent margin improvement.