Starbucks Reports Q2 Fiscal 2024 Results

Q2 Consolidated Net Revenues Down 2% to $8.6 Billion, Driven by a Complex Operating Environment

Q2 GAAP and Non-GAAP EPS of $0.68; Long-Term Strategy Remains Intact

Q2 Active U.S. Starbucks^® Rewards Membership Totals 32.8 Million, Up 6% Over Prior Year

Starbucks Corporation (Nasdaq: SBUX) today reported financial results for its 13-week fiscal second quarter ended March 31, 2024. GAAP results in fiscal 2024 and fiscal 2023 include items that are excluded from non-GAAP results. Please refer to the reconciliation of GAAP measures to non-GAAP measures at the end of this release for more information.

Q2 Fiscal 2024 Highlights

• Global comparable store sales declined 4%, driven by a 6% decline in comparable transactions, partially offset by a 2% increase in average ticket
  • North America and U.S. comparable store sales declined 3%, driven by a 7% decline in comparable transactions, partially offset by a 4% increase in average ticket
  • International comparable store sales declined 6%, driven by a 3% decline in both comparable transactions and average ticket; China comparable store sales declined 11%, driven by an 8% decline in average ticket and a 4% decline in comparable transactions
• The company opened 364 net new stores in Q2, ending the period with 38,951 stores: 52% company-operated and 48% licensed
  • At the end of Q2, stores in the U.S. and China comprised 61% of the company’s global portfolio, with 16,600 and 7,093 stores in the U.S. and China, respectively
• Consolidated net revenues declined 2%, to $8.6 billion, or a 1% decline on a constant currency basis
• GAAP operating margin contracted 240 basis points year-over-year to 12.8%, primarily driven by deleverage, incremental investments in store partner wages and benefits, increased promotional activities, lapping the gain on the sale of Seattle's Best Coffee brand, as well as higher general and administrative costs primarily in support of Reinvention. This decline was partially offset by pricing and in-store operational efficiencies.
  • Non-GAAP operating margin contracted 150 basis points year-over-year to 12.8%, or contracted 140 basis points on a constant currency basis
• GAAP earnings per share of $0.68 declined 14% over prior year
  • Non-GAAP earnings per share of $0.68 declined 8% over prior year, or declined 7% on a constant currency basis
• Starbucks Rewards loyalty program 90-day active members in the U.S. totaled 32.8 million, up 6% year-over-year

“In a highly challenged environment, this quarter's results do not reflect the power of our brand, our capabilities or the opportunities ahead,” commented Laxman Narasimhan, chief executive officer. “It did not meet our expectations, but we understand the specific challenges and opportunities immediately in front of us. We have a clear plan to execute and the entire organization is mobilized around it. We are very confident in our long-term and know that our Triple Shot Reinvention with Two Pumps strategy will deliver on the limitless potential of this brand,” Narasimhan added.

“While it was a difficult quarter, we learned from our own underperformance and sharpened our focus with a comprehensive roadmap of well thought out actions making the path forward clear,” commented Rachel Ruggeri, chief financial officer. “On this path, we remain committed to our disciplined approach to capital allocation as we navigate this complex and dynamic environment,” Ruggeri added.

Q2 North America Segment Results

Net revenues for the North America segment of $6.4 billion in Q2 FY24 were flat to Q2 FY23, primarily driven by a 3% decline in comparable store sales, driven by a 7% decline in comparable transactions, partially offset by a 4% increase in average ticket. This decline was offset by net new company-operated store growth of 5% over the past 12 months, as well as growth in our licensed store business.

Operating income decreased to $1.1 billion in Q2 FY24 compared to $1.2 billion in Q2 FY23. Operating margin of 18.0% contracted from 19.1% in the prior year, primarily driven by deleverage, incremental investments in store partner wages and benefits, and increased promotional activity. This contraction was partially offset by pricing and in-store operational efficiencies.

Q2 International Segment Results

Net revenues for the International segment declined 5% over Q2 FY23 to $1.8 billion in Q2 FY24, primarily driven by an approximate 5% unfavorable impact from foreign currency translation and a 6% decline in comparable store sales, driven by a 3% decline in both comparable transactions and average ticket. Also contributing were lower product and equipment sales to, and royalty revenues from, our licensees. This decline was partially offset by net new company-operated store growth of 12% over the past 12 months.

Operating income decreased to $233.8 million in Q2 FY24 compared to $314.7 million in Q2 FY23. Operating margin of 13.3% contracted from 17.0% in the prior year, primarily driven by promotional activities, incremental investments in store partner wages and benefits, as well as sales mix shift, partially offset by pricing in certain markets.

Q2 Channel Development Segment Results

Net revenues for the Channel Development segment declined 13% over Q2 FY23 to $418.2 million in Q2 FY24, primarily due to a decline in revenue in the Global Coffee Alliance, following the sale of Seattle's Best Coffee brand in the prior year and SKU optimization.

Operating income decreased to $216.3 million in Q2 FY24 compared to $262.1 million in Q2 FY23. Operating margin of 51.7% contracted from 54.5% in the prior year, primarily due to lapping the gain on the sale of Seattle's Best Coffee brand, partially offset by growth in our North American Coffee Partnership joint venture income, sales mix shift, and lapping impairment charges against certain manufacturing assets.

Fiscal 2024 Financial Targets

The company will discuss fiscal year 2024 financial targets during its Q2 FY24 earnings conference call starting today at 2:00 p.m. Pacific Time. These items can be accessed on the company's Investor Relations website during and after the call. The company uses its website as a tool to disclose important information about the company and comply with its disclosure obligations under Regulation Fair Disclosure.

Company Update

1. In February, the company executed a $2.0 billion bond issuance. The company intends to use the net proceeds from the sale of the securities for general corporate purposes, including repayment of upcoming debt maturities.
   
   
   
   
2. In February, the company launched a loyalty partnership with Bank of America that offers its cardholders and Starbucks^® Rewards members in the U.S. the ability to earn additional benefits by linking accounts, increasing the value offered to both Bank of America and Starbucks Rewards members.
   
   
   
   
3. In February, the company announced the creation of a more accessible store experience across its U.S. store portfolio through its new Inclusive Spaces Framework, with improved features such as optimized acoustics and lighting. Simultaneously, the company opened its first store using this new design framework in Washington, D.C.
   
   
   
   
4. In February, the company published its Fiscal 2023 Global Impact Report, providing an overview of the company's environmental and social impact strategies and progress for the 22^nd consecutive year.
   
   
   
   
5. In February, the company announced an agreement between Starbucks and Workers United to begin discussions on a foundational framework designed to achieve collective bargaining agreements for represented stores and partners (employees), including a fair process for partners to organize, and the resolution of some outstanding litigation.
   
   
   
   
6. In March, the company virtually hosted its 32^nd Annual Meeting of Shareholders. Mellody Hobson, independent chair of the Starbucks Board of Directors, and Laxman Narasimhan, chief executive officer, highlighted the year in review, including early progress of the company’s Triple Shot Reinvention with Two Pumps strategy, and shared their optimism for the company's long-term success. Following the meeting, the company shared that all Starbucks Board of Directors nominees were elected.
   
   
   
   
7. In March, the company announced its new geographic leadership and global support structure, which included the appointments of Michael Conway as chief executive officer, North America, and Brady Brewer as chief executive officer, Starbucks International, as well as other leadership changes to further strengthen the support of long-term growth.
   
   
   
   
8. In March, the company achieved a milestone towards its environmental goal of certifying 10,000 Greener Stores globally by 2025, including over 6,000 certified Greener Stores in more than 40 markets globally.
   
   
   
   
9. The Board of Directors declared a cash dividend of $0.57 per share, payable on May 31, 2024, to shareholders of record on May 17, 2024. The company had 56 consecutive quarters of dividend payouts with CAGR of approximately 20% over that time period, demonstrating the company's commitment to consistent value creation for shareholders.
   
   
   
   
10. In April, the company in partnership with Delonorte S.A. and Premium Restaurants of America announced plans to open its first stores in Ecuador in July and Honduras before the end of the year, respectively, entrance in these markets will mark the brand's 88th market globally and 26th in the Latin America and Caribbean region.

Conference Call

Starbucks will hold a conference call today at 2:00 p.m. Pacific Time, which will be hosted by Laxman Narasimhan, ceo, and Rachel Ruggeri, cfo. The call will be webcast and can be accessed at http://investor.starbucks.com. A replay of the webcast will be available until end of day Friday, June 14, 2024.

About Starbucks

Since 1971, Starbucks Coffee Company has been committed to ethically sourcing and roasting high-quality arabica coffee. Today, with more than 38,000 stores worldwide, the company is the premier roaster and retailer of specialty coffee in the world. Through our unwavering commitment to excellence and our guiding principles, we bring the unique Starbucks Experience to life for every customer through every cup. To share in the experience, please visit us in our stores or online at stories.starbucks.com or www.starbucks.com.

Forward-Looking Statements

Certain statements contained herein and in our investor conference call related to these results are “forward-looking” statements within the meaning of applicable securities laws and regulations. Generally, these statements can be identified by the use of words such as “aim,” “anticipate,” “believe,” “continue,” “could,” “estimate,” “expect,” “feel,” “forecast,” “intend,” “may,” “outlook,” “plan,” “potential,” “predict,” “project,” “seek,” “should,” “will,” “would,” and similar expressions intended to identify forward-looking statements, although not all forward-looking statements contain these identifying words. By their nature, forward-looking statements involve risks, uncertainties, and other factors (many beyond our control) that could cause our actual results to differ materially from our historical experience or from our current expectations or projections. Our forward-looking statements, and the risks and uncertainties related thereto, include, but are not limited to, those described under the “Risk Factors” and “Management's Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations” sections of the company’s most recently filed periodic reports on Form 10-K and Form 10-Q and in other filings with the SEC, as well as:

• our ability to preserve, grow, and leverage our brands, including the risk of negative responses by consumers (such as boycotts or negative publicity campaigns) or governmental actors (such as retaliatory legislative treatment) who object to certain actions taken or not taken by the Company, which responses could adversely affect our brand value;
• the acceptance of the company’s products and changes in consumer preferences, consumption, or spending behavior and our ability to anticipate or react to them; shifts in demographic or health and wellness trends; or unfavorable consumer reaction to new products, platforms, reformulations, or other innovations;
• our anticipated operating expenses, including our anticipated total capital expenditures;
• the costs associated with, and the successful execution and effects of, our existing and any future business opportunities, expansions, initiatives, strategies, investments, and plans, including our Triple Shot Reinvention with Two Pumps Plan;
• the impacts of partner investments and changes in the availability and cost of labor including any union organizing efforts and our responses to such efforts;
• the ability of our business partners, suppliers and third-party providers to fulfill their responsibilities and commitments;
• higher costs, lower quality, or unavailability of coffee, dairy, cocoa, energy, water, raw materials, or product ingredients;
• the impact of significant increases in logistics costs;
• a worsening in the terms and conditions upon which we engage with our manufacturers and source suppliers, whether resulting from broader local or global conditions, or dynamics specific to our relationships with such parties;
• unfavorable global or regional economic conditions and related economic slowdowns or recessions, low consumer confidence, high unemployment, weak credit or capital markets, budget deficits, burdensome government debt, austerity measures, higher interest rates, higher taxes, political instability, higher inflation, or deflation;
• inherent risks of operating a global business including geopolitical instability;
• failure to attract or retain key executive or partner talent or successfully transition executives;
• the potential negative effects of incidents involving food or beverage-borne illnesses, tampering, adulteration, contamination or mislabeling;
• negative publicity related to our company, products, brands, marketing, executive leadership, partners, board of directors, founder, operations, business performance, expansions, initiatives, strategies, investments, plans, or prospects;
• potential negative effects of a material breach, failure, or corruption of our information technology systems or those of our direct and indirect business partners, suppliers or third-party providers, or failure to comply with data protection laws;
• our environmental, social and governance (“ESG”) efforts and any reaction related thereto such as the rise in opposition to ESG and inclusion and diversity efforts;
• risks associated with acquisitions, dispositions, business partnerships, or investments – such as acquisition integration, termination difficulties or costs, or impairment in recorded value;
• the impact of foreign currency translation, particularly a stronger U.S. dollar;
• the impact of substantial competition from new entrants, consolidations by competitors, and other competitive activities, such as pricing actions (including price reductions, promotions, discounting, couponing, or free goods), marketing, category expansion, product introductions, or entry or expansion in our geographic markets;
• the impact of changes in U.S. tax law and related guidance and regulations that may be implemented, including on tax rates;
• the impact of health epidemics, pandemics, or other public health events on our business and financial results, and the risk of negative economic impacts and related regulatory measures or voluntary actions that may be put in place, including restrictions on business operations or social distancing requirements, and the duration and efficacy of such restrictions;
• failure to comply with anti-corruption laws, trade sanctions and restrictions, or similar laws or regulations; and
• the impact of significant legal disputes and proceedings, or government investigations.

In addition, many of the foregoing risks and uncertainties are, or could be, exacerbated by any worsening of the global business and economic environment. A forward-looking statement is neither a prediction nor a guarantee of future events or circumstances, and those future events or circumstances may not occur. You should not place undue reliance on the forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date of this report. We are under no obligation to update or alter any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events, or otherwise.

Key Metrics

The company's financial results and long-term growth model will continue to be driven by new store openings, comparable store sales growth and operating margin management. We believe these key operating metrics are useful to investors because management uses these metrics to assess the growth of our business and the effectiveness of our marketing and operational strategies.

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