Environmental group Beyond Plastics tracked Starbucks' plastic cold beverage cups and found most ended up in landfills or incinerators, contradicting Starbucks' claim that these cups are "widely recyclable." Of 47 tracked cups, none were confirmed recycled, with many discarded in landfills or waste facilities. Activists plan protests and urge legislation to reduce plastic use and improve recycling accountability. Starbucks has pledged to improve packaging sustainability but faces criticism for misleading recycling claims and low use of reusable cups in stores.
Starbucks shares are trading at USD 95.46 with a 0.63% increase as of Sep 29, 2026 03:22 WIB on Pluang. Waste Management, a company in the waste disposal sector, is priced at USD 206.51, down 0.15% at the same time. The article highlights environmental concerns that contrast with the steady market activity of these companies involved in sustainability and waste management.
Darden Restaurants and Starbucks both saw stock price drops recently, but Darden stands out as the better dividend stock. Darden offers a higher dividend yield, fully covered by strong free cash flow, and continues to raise dividends significantly. S...
A Starbucks location in Burbank, known locally as “Bobbucks” due to its proximity to Bob’s Big Boy, is closing after nearly 30 years. The store, praised for its unique freestanding design and natural light, has been a beloved community spot. Its clos...
Starbucks has reversed its declining traffic and profitability through operational improvements like a streamlined menu and store refurbishments, resulting in a 7.9% increase in global comparable sales in Q3. The company’s shift to a capital-light, l...
Starbucks stock fell 13% in the past month, underperforming while the broader market rose. This decline aligns with similar drops in restaurant peers like Chipotle and Yum! Brands, suggesting a sector-wide selloff rather than a company-specific issue...
Starbucks announced plans to close 250 stores in North America this week as part of ongoing restructuring efforts led by CEO Brian Niccol, who joined in 2024. This follows a previous closure of 627 stores in North America and Europe last September. T...
