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Business briefing · Friday, October 30, 2026 · Evening edition · Story 5 of 5

  1. Starbucks U.S. sales beat expectations but international lagged

    Starbucks' U.S. stores exceeded Wall Street's comparable sales expectations, but its international business underperformed. The company's stock declined despite the U.S. sales success.

    Why it matters: The mixed results highlight the challenges Starbucks faces globally, even as its U.S. business shows signs of improvement.

    Sources: CNBC · MarketWatch

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