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Starbucks Corporation (SBUX+8.64%) has submitted its 10-Q filing for the quarterly period ended December 29, 2024.
The filing includes financial statements for the quarter, showing total net revenues of $9,397.8 million, a slight decrease from $9,425.3 million in the same quarter the previous year. The decrease is primarily attributed to lower revenues from licensed stores.
Company-operated store revenue increased by $30 million, driven by new store openings and the conversion of licensed stores to company-operated stores. However, this was offset by a 4% decline in comparable store sales.
Operating income for the quarter was $1,121.7 million, down from $1,485.4 million the previous year. The decline is due to increased store operating expenses and investments in support of the 'Back to Starbucks' plan.
Net earnings attributable to Starbucks were $780.8 million, compared to $1,024.4 million in the previous year. The effective tax rate for the quarter was 23.6%, down from 25.7% in the prior year.
The North America segment reported a 1% decrease in total net revenues, with a 4% decline in comparable store sales. Operating margin contracted due to increased investments in store partner wages and benefits.
International segment revenues increased by 1%, driven by new store openings and the conversion of licensed stores. However, operating margin contracted due to increased promotional activity and investments in wages.
Channel Development segment revenues decreased by 3%, primarily due to a decline in the Global Coffee Alliance. Operating margin expanded due to a favorable mix shift and lower product costs.
Starbucks ended the quarter with $4.2 billion in cash and investments. The company maintains a $3.0 billion unsecured revolving credit facility, which was undrawn as of the end of the quarter.
The company did not repurchase any shares during the quarter. As of December 29, 2024, 29.8 million shares remained available for repurchase under current authorizations.
Starbucks continues to focus on its 'Back to Starbucks' plan, aiming to drive top-line improvements through strategic actions, investments, and operational efficiencies.
This content was summarized by generative artificial intelligence using public filings retrieved from SEC.gov. The original data was derived from the Starbucks Corporation quarterly 10-Q report dated January 28, 2025. To report an error, please email earnings@qz.com.