https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/starbucks-international-business-disappoints-but-u-s-stores-outperformContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/starbucks-international-business-disappoints-but-u-s-stores-outperformhttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/starbucks-international-business-disappoints-but-u-s-stores-outperform#u167887Sun, 01 Nov 2026 12:16:37 +0000Starbucks reported mixed financial results for the fiscal fourth quarter as overseas traffic softened and international cafes underperformed expectations. Quarterly revenue fell short of forecasts, dragged down by a shift in China and weaker international demand. However, domestic locations served as a bright spot, posting strong same-store sales growth that surpassed Wall Street comparable sales expectations. CEO Niccol defended the performance, stating that the ongoing turnaround plan is working even as international headwinds weigh on overall corporate results.Why it mattersThe coffee giant