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Starbucks UK Posts £41M Loss Despite Sales Growth

4/10/2026

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  • Starbucks UK received a £13.7 million corporation tax credit in 2025, despite 6% sales growth and 92 new stores.
  • The company posted a loss of £41.3 million, largely from £40 million in royalty fees to its parent.
  • Paul Monaghan, Starbucks UK's CEO, criticized the situation as growth paired with tax avoidance.
  • Starbucks UK received £90 million from its parent, a £70 million credit facility, with debts rising to £166 million.