GoKawiilStarbucks plans hundreds of new U.S. stores for 2027 and 2028
Starbucks disclosed during its fiscal Q4 and full-year 2026 earnings report that it plans to open hundreds of new stores in the U.S. during 2027 and 2028. The announcement comes after the company closed a number of underperforming locations in recent months.
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The shift from closures to expansion suggests Starbucks executives believe the chain has right-sized its underperforming footprint and is ready to pursue growth again. Investors and franchise partners will likely watch these openings as a signal of confidence in the brand's turnaround strategy.
- Starbucks reported Q4 and full fiscal year 2026 earnings on Thursday.
- The company plans hundreds of new U.S. store openings in 2027 and 2028.
- This follows a period of closing underperforming stores.
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