The Starbucks vibe shift, Costco's food court change, and CVS unlocks items: Retail news roundup
Starbucks has rolled out a vibe change, with ceramic mugs and plans to boost security. Costco’s bringing back a beloved beverage partner this summer. AI’s is taking over Big Retail, while Sam’s Club dethrones Costco with its own tech-driven advantage.Check out these highlights and more on retail.
The Starbucks vibe shift is here
Starbucks is changing its vibe beginning today.
Costco is making a big food court change
Costco (COST) is making a big change to its soda offerings.
Big Retail is bringing out Big AI. Consumers might not even notice
AI is no longer just a buzzword in retail. It’s a tool retailers are increasingly deploying to transform their business operations.
CVS is giving customers the power to unlock items — but there’s a catch
CVS Health (CVS) is testing a new app feature that could make shopping at its stores a little more convenient — assuming you’re willing to jump through a few hoops first.
Sam’s Club beats Costco – thanks to tech
The retail landscape is shifting – at least for Sam’s Club (WMT) and Costco (COST).
Starbucks would rather close down stores than keep its open-door policy
Starbucks (SBUX) is making big changes in the name of safety.
Starbucks added more Taco Bell executives to its ranks
Starbucks is adding more former Taco Bell executives as part of its ongoing effort to revamp the coffee giant’s business under CEO Brian Niccol.
Starbucks is betting its future on ceramic mugs
The Starbucks ceramic mug hype is real – so much so, CEO Brian Niccol mentioned it three times during the company’s Jan. 28 earnings call.
Starbucks beats earnings expectations, but sales still slipped
Starbucks (SBUX) reported a decline in same-store sales for the fourth straight quarter. However, the company’s earnings and revenue beat Wall Street’s expectations. Shares of Starbucks popped by more than 4% in after hours trading.
Starbucks earnings are coming. Here’s what to expect
Starbucks (SBUX) will report its first earnings of the year tomorrow, and analysts are keeping a close eye on key indicators that could signal whether the company is on track for a turnaround in 2025.