SEATTLE, March 23, 2011 - Celebrating 40 years of history and reaffirming solid growth plans for the future, Starbucks Corporation (NASDAQ:SBUX) today hosted its 20th annual shareholders' meeting, with more than 2,000 in attendance. Starbucks leadership team, led by Howard Schultz, chairman, president and ceo, honored the company's 40-year history of providing exceptional coffee, world-class customer experience, commitment to its partners (employees) and dedication to operating as a responsible corporate citizen. The management team also reaffirmed growth plans for a new, evolved business. The focus remains on building a truly global consumer company by harnessing a powerful portfolio of brands with a unique business model, combining a global retail footprint with a significant Consumer Products (CPG) business, and leveraging direct customer engagement that drives growth across all channels globally.

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"Over our 40-year history, we have built the Starbucks brand with a goal of staying true to our values and our guiding principles with a deep sense of humanity," stated Howard Schultz. "Going forward, we will continue to focus on what made us a different kind of company, one that balances profitability and social conscience while providing exceptional shareholder value."

Extending the Brand beyond Our Retail Stores

At the meeting, Starbucks reiterated its commitment to delivering the world's best coffee in every format and through every channel. The company highlighted the successful launch of its Starbucks VIAÂ® Ready Brew platform and its recent announcements of strategic relationships with Green Mountain Coffee Roasters, Inc. (GMCR) and Courtesy Products.

"We are particularly excited about the progress we are making in the premium single-cup segment," commented Jeff Hansberry, president, Starbucks Global Consumer Products and Foodservice. "The single-cup segment is already a $1.6 billion segment that represents a significant growth engine for the entire U.S. coffee category. We believe that over time we can generate K-CupÂ® portion pack system sales in excess of $1 billion across all channels."

Starbucks also provided additional details around its previously announced relationship with Courtesy Products, the nation's leading provider of in-room coffee service to hotels. Under the relationship, Starbucks and Courtesy will bring StarbucksÂ® coffee to 500,000 luxury and premium hotel rooms in the U.S., as well as offer an on-demand, single-cup brewing system featuring StarbucksÂ® and Seattle's Best CoffeeÂ® ground coffee and TazoÂ® teas for sale in multiple channels exclusively through the Starbucks Global Consumer Products group. "We are proud to be working with Courtesy to provide great Starbucks coffee to hotel guests, and a value-oriented single-cup brewed coffee system to consumers across the U.S.," added Hansberry.

The company also announced a 10-year extension to its exclusive strategic agreement with Autogrill's HMSHost, one of Starbucks first licensee partners. Under this agreement, HMSHost will continue to build and operate Starbucks locations in airports and motorway travel plazas across the U.S.

"For nearly 20 years, Starbucks and HMSHost have successfully brought the Starbucks Experience to millions of travelers who are looking for an exceptional cup of coffee," stated Cliff Burrows, president, Starbucks Coffee U.S. "We are very excited to extend our relationship with HMSHost for another 10 years."

Currently, Autogrill's HMSHost operates more than 360 Starbucks locations in airports, on motorways and in railway stations in North America and Europe. The continuance of these strategic relationships will foster further growth opportunities as well as the development of innovative store concepts to serve the global traveler.

Starbucks leadership discussed the tremendous runway for international growth in the retail space as well as in CPG and foodservice channels not only in current markets but also in new and emerging countries. With recently announced plans to enter the India market, and continued successful growth in China where the company expects to have over 1,500 stores by 2015, Starbucks is poised to ramp up its burgeoning international business through disciplined store growth, improved operations, targeted innovation, local relevance in product and store design, and one-voice marketing.

"Starbucks China is an incredibly successful business, outperforming the U.S. in terms of average store profitability," said Annie Young-Scrivner, Starbucks chief marketing officer. "Even though we are not yet in every city and we've spent very little on advertising, Starbucks is recognized as one of the top 20 brands in China. Our ambition is bold; we expect to more than triple our foot print by 2015."

With nearly 6,000 stores in 54 countries outside the U.S., it is clear that the affinity for the Starbucks brand is remarkably strong in every market and that the Starbucks Experience trulytranslates globally. Starbucks has the ambition and capability to bring great coffee to more people in more parts of their lives than ever before. The company believes there is a significant, untapped opportunity still ahead.

The company reviewed a year of strong financial results and outlined the blueprint for continued success. Starbucks exited fiscal 2010 and entered fiscal 2011 with record-setting financial results driven by the return of top line growth and continued operational efficiencies that resulted in dramatic margin and earnings acceleration throughout the year. This record-setting performance and the underlying health of the business establish a strong foundation from which to pursue multiple avenues of future profitable growth.

"Starbucks is now playing from a position of strength, with a healthy financial foundation and renewed confidence from which we can pursue the abundant opportunities for growth," Troy Alstead, Starbucks chief financial officer added. "We are intent on capturing a larger share of coffee consumption, reaching consumers wherever and whenever they want great coffee."

The company reiterated diversified opportunities for growth in a number of platforms including store segmentation and innovation in store designs, development of products such as Starbucks VIAÂ®, growth in brands such as Seattle's Best Coffee and expansion of channels of distribution beyond the Starbucks stores, all of which provide abundant opportunities to reach more and more customers during more coffee occasions.

Additionally, Starbucks highlighted its continued efforts to connect with customers in the digital and mobile space, creating a Fourth Place experience for ongoing engagement and future innovation. The company's involvement with social media, leadership in loyalty and mobile through its Starbucks Card and My Starbucks Rewards programs were featured during the onstage presentation. The company also announced four new content partners to the in-store Starbucks Digital Network, all of which are offering free access to their subscription-level content to Starbucks customers.

Since 1971, Starbucks Coffee Company has been committed to ethically sourcing and roasting the highest quality arabica coffee in the world. Today, with stores around the globe, 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 <a href="http://cts.businesswire.com/ct/CT?id=smartlink&amp;url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.starbucks.com&amp;esheet=6657888&amp;lan=en-US&amp;anchor=www.starbucks.com&amp;index=1&amp;md5=2c6f0c43ade911b2a989a5b7d3da303f">www.starbucks.com</a>.

This release contains forward-looking statements relating to certain company initiatives and plans, as well as trends in or expectations regarding, growth, expansion and sales. These forward-looking statements are based on currently available operating, financial and competitive information and are subject to a number of significant risks and uncertainties. Actual future results may differ materially depending on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, coffee, dairy and other raw material prices and availability, costs associated with, and the successful execution of, the company's initiatives, fluctuations in U.S. and international economies and currencies, the impact of competition, the effect of legal proceedings, and other risks detailed in the company filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission, including the "Risk Factors" section of Starbucks Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended October 3, 2010. The company assumes no obligation to update any of these forward-looking statements.

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SEATTLE, March 18, 2011 - Starbucks Corporation (NASDAQ: SBUX) will hold its 2011 annual meeting of shareholders on Wednesday, March 23, 2011 at 10:00 a.m. PT. The event will be broadcast live over the Internet and can be accessed at <a href="http://cts.businesswire.com/ct/CT?id=smartlink&amp;url=http%3A%2F%2Finvestor.starbucks.com&amp;esheet=6653266&amp;lan=en-US&amp;anchor=http%3A%2F%2Finvestor.starbucks.com&amp;index=1&amp;md5=b2474f0f570ffe745963c7e0c43a1393">http://investor.starbucks.com</a>. A replay of the webcast will be available on the company's website until Tuesday, April 19, 2011.

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Since 1971, Starbucks Coffee Company has been committed to ethically sourcing and roasting the highest quality arabica coffee in the world. Today, with stores around the globe, 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 <a href="http://cts.businesswire.com/ct/CT?id=smartlink&amp;url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.starbucks.com&amp;esheet=6653266&amp;lan=en-US&amp;anchor=www.starbucks.com&amp;index=2&amp;md5=a9ded6d1eeb19abcfacf84854b3490d1">www.starbucks.com</a>.

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Starbucks to Webcast 2011 Annual Meeting of Shareholders

SEATTLE, March 18, 2011 &#8211; Starbucks Corporation (NASDAQ: SBUX) will hold its 2011 annual meeting of shareholders on Wednesday, March 23, 2011 at 10:00 a.m. PT. The event will be broadcast live over the Internet and can be accessed at http://investor.starbucks.com. A replay of the webcast will be available on the company&#8217;s website until Tuesday, […]

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SEATTLE, January 26, 2011 - Starbucks Corporation (NASDAQ: SBUX) today reported financial results for its fiscal first quarter ended January 2, 2011. The previously-announced restructuring program, which was in effect during the fiscal 2008-2010 period, was completed at the end of fiscal year 2010. As a result, there are no restructuring charges reflected in fiscal Q1 2011.

<a href="https://stories.starbucks.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/Q1_11_Earnings_Release-FINAL-012611.doc">View report here</a>.

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Starbucks Reports Record First Quarter 2011 Results

Q1 EPS Up 41% to $0.45 Strong Traffic Drives 7% Increase in Global Comparable Store Sales Record Operating Margins of 21.9% in U.S. and 16.3% in International Strongest Holiday Season in Company History

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SEATTLE, January 12, 2011 - Starbucks Coffee Company (NASDAQ: SBUX) plans to release its first quarter fiscal year 2011 financial results after the market close on Wednesday, January 26, 2011, with a conference call and webcast to follow at 2:00 p.m. PT. The conference call will be broadcast live over the Internet and can be accessed at <a href="http://cts.businesswire.com/ct/CT?id=smartlink&amp;url=http%3A%2F%2Finvestor.starbucks.com&amp;esheet=6570712&amp;lan=en-US&amp;anchor=http%3A%2F%2Finvestor.starbucks.com&amp;index=1&amp;md5=5d0b34f55e9effe22dcabc05482b0efd">http://investor.starbucks.com</a>. A replay of the webcast will be available on the company's website until Friday, February 25, 2011.

Since 1971, Starbucks Coffee Company has been committed to ethically sourcing and roasting the highest quality arabica coffee in the world. Today, with stores around the globe, 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 <a href="http://cts.businesswire.com/ct/CT?id=smartlink&amp;url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.starbucks.com&amp;esheet=6570712&amp;lan=en-US&amp;anchor=www.starbucks.com&amp;index=2&amp;md5=3d4c993e6954b8f28bb9f198a195b064">www.starbucks.com</a>.

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Starbucks Announces Q1 Fiscal Year 2011 Results Conference Call

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SEATTLE, December 23, 2010 - Starbucks Coffee Company (Nasdaq: SBUX) today met with Kraft in Federal Court to discuss the timeline and procedure of Kraft’s preliminary injunction motion with the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of New York. In Starbucks view, the Kraft motion is based on arguments that are both misleading and entirely lacking in merit. We are further concerned that Kraft’s actions are causing confusion for the retail customers that sell Starbucks products, creating unnecessary burdens and obstacles as we work to ensure a seamless transition for our mutual customers.

During today’s hearing, the Court asked both parties to address the core issue of “irreparable harm” and the overall basis for whether a preliminary injunction is necessary since this is a matter already subject to arbitration between the parties. Starbucks reply is due to the Court on Jan. 6, 2011. Our reply will address why we believe that an injunction is unnecessary because there is no “irreparable harm” to Kraft, given that this is fundamentally a commercial dispute that can be resolved through the arbitration procedures the parties agreed to in their contract.

As the Court process continues, the parties will proceed with the arbitration called for under the agreement. The core issue in arbitration will be Kraft’s poor performance and the materiality of that performance to business results. Importantly, if Starbucks demonstrates that Kraft did not live up to its obligations under the agreement, Starbucks would not owe Kraft any remuneration -- the value of the dissolution of the agreement would be zero.

Through arbitration, Starbucks intends to demonstrate Kraft’s consistent, poor performance and material breaches over a period of several years. The nature of Kraft’s obligations are outlined in the contract; the contract’s language demonstrates clearly that Kraft’s repeated failures to meet its obligations constituted material breaches and, in that regard, caused clear damage to Starbucks business.

Kraft has previously and publicly acknowledged that Starbucks has the right to terminate this contract. Given this, Starbucks will vigorously oppose any action on Kraft's part that seeks to delay this inevitability through unnecessary legal processes. Even as we pursue this transition, Starbucks is continuing to supply Kraft with appropriate supplies of our packaged coffee products so that our customers business does not suffer due to Kraft’s failings and that Starbucks is properly positioned to take over full control of our brand and business as of March 1, 2011.

The arbitration process will allow Starbucks to demonstrate the flagrant contradictions between Kraft’s private exchanges and its public filings, which have been exposed in email correspondence as reported by news media. Specifically, Kraft’s own senior executives have acknowledged Kraft’s neglect of the relationship over a long period of time and, while stating that the damage could be repaired, made no clear attempt to do so. At the same time, Kraft has claimed that it has grown Starbucks business when, in fact, any recent gains have been due directly to Starbucks ongoing innovation in the packaged coffee space and overall coffee market price increases. This was preceded by several years in which Starbucks lost market share in the packaged coffee business due to Kraft’s unwillingness or inability to honor the contract between our companies.

Starbucks looks forward to the opportunity to have our side of the argument heard fairly and without Kraft's misleading media spin being applied to the facts of the case.

Since 1971, Starbucks Corporation has been committed to ethically sourcing and roasting the highest quality arabica coffee in the world. Today, with stores around the globe, the company is the premier roaster and retailer of specialty coffee in the world. In addition to its Starbucks retail stores, the company produces a wide range of branded consumer products globally, including ready-to-drink beverages, packaged coffees and premium ice creams. The company’s brand portfolio features Starbucks Coffee, Tazo Tea, Seattle’s Best Coffee and Torrefazione Italia Coffee, enabling Starbucks to appeal to a broad consumer base. For more information, please visit us online at <a href="http://cts.businesswire.com/ct/CT?id=smartlink&amp;url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.starbucks.com&amp;esheet=6555654&amp;lan=en-US&amp;anchor=www.starbucks.com&amp;index=1&amp;md5=38e3ad85e2e8fc17c5a00e310b64dcf8">www.starbucks.com</a>.

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Starbucks Comments on District Court Conference with Kraft

SEATTLE, December 23, 2010 &#8211; Starbucks Coffee Company (Nasdaq: SBUX) today met with Kraft in Federal Court to discuss the timeline and procedure of Kraft’s preliminary injunction motion with the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of New York. In Starbucks view, the Kraft motion is based on arguments that are both misleading and […]

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SEATTLE, December 06, 2010 - Starbucks Coffee Company (Nasdaq: SBUX) believes that it’s unfortunate that Kraft has chosen to attempt this delaying tactic through seeking preliminary injunction, a course that will ultimately prove harmful to customers. Starbucks has repeatedly said that we have terminated our agreement with Kraft and we continue to look forward to assuming full responsibility for the sales and distribution of our packaged coffee products as of March 1, 2011. We have both the capabilities and experience to make this a seamless transition for our customers. Kraft's self-serving and blatantly disruptive actions risk creating unnecessary confusion for our shared customers, and in turn their consumers. Starbucks will vigorously oppose any action on Kraft's part that would prevent Starbucks from rightfully assuming full control of our brand and business, and look forward to presenting our case through the pending arbitration process.

Since 1971, Starbucks Corporation has been committed to ethically sourcing and roasting the highest quality arabica coffee in the world. Today, with stores around the globe, the company is the premier roaster and retailer of specialty coffee in the world. In addition to its Starbucks retail stores, the company produces a wide range of branded consumer products globally, including ready-to-drink beverages, packaged coffees and premium ice creams. The company’s brand portfolio features Starbucks Coffee, Tazo Tea, Seattle’s Best Coffee and Torrefazione Italia Coffee, enabling Starbucks to appeal to a broad consumer base. For more information, please visit us online at <a href="http://cts.businesswire.com/ct/CT?id=smartlink&amp;url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.starbucks.com&amp;esheet=6534776&amp;lan=en-US&amp;anchor=www.starbucks.com&amp;index=2&amp;md5=be4a8376e6db763eb15fde596e059b64">www.starbucks.com</a>.

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Starbucks Response to Kraft Foods Recent Actions

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SEATTLE, November 30, 2010 - Starbucks Corporation (NASDAQ:SBUX) announced that it will host its Biennial Investor Conference on Wednesday, December 1, 2010.

Due to limited capacity attendance at the event is by invitation only, however a live audio webcast of the conference, including slide presentations, will be accessible at the following URL: <a href="http://cts.businesswire.com/ct/CT?id=smartlink&amp;url=http%3A%2F%2Finvestor.starbucks.com&amp;esheet=6529366&amp;lan=en-US&amp;anchor=http%3A%2F%2Finvestor.starbucks.com&amp;index=1&amp;md5=d35007a1c2d9ba427acd519c2aed86e6">http://investor.starbucks.com</a>. The conference is scheduled to begin at 8:00 a.m. EST and will continue until approximately 2:00 p.m. EST.

A replay of the webcast, along with slide presentations, will be accessible through January 7, 2011, at the following URL: <a href="http://cts.businesswire.com/ct/CT?id=smartlink&amp;url=http%3A%2F%2Finvestor.starbucks.com&amp;esheet=6529366&amp;lan=en-US&amp;anchor=http%3A%2F%2Finvestor.starbucks.com&amp;index=2&amp;md5=6c569e30dea7ed333d6a309d63a9a808">http://investor.starbucks.com</a>.

Since 1971, Starbucks Coffee Company has been committed to ethically sourcing and roasting the highest quality arabica coffee in the world. Today, with stores around the globe, 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 <a href="http://cts.businesswire.com/ct/CT?id=smartlink&amp;url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.starbucks.com&amp;esheet=6529366&amp;lan=en-US&amp;anchor=www.starbucks.com&amp;index=3&amp;md5=aeaae945bfedf284c8b207a5382afd74">www.starbucks.com</a>.

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Starbucks to Host Biennial Investor Conference

SEATTLE, November 30, 2010 &#8211; Starbucks Corporation (NASDAQ:SBUX) announced that it will host its Biennial Investor Conference on Wednesday, December 1, 2010. Due to limited capacity attendance at the event is by invitation only, however a live audio webcast of the conference, including slide presentations, will be accessible at the following URL: http://investor.starbucks.com. The conference […]

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SEATTLE, November 29, 2010 - Starbucks Coffee Company (Nasdaq: SBUX) strongly disagrees with Kraft's recent characterizations that have appeared in the media of the terms of the agreement between the two companies, including assertions that the agreement is perpetual in nature. Starbucks actions to terminate its distribution arrangement with Kraft are consistent with the terms of the agreement between the companies, the initial term of which was set to expire in 2014 unless sooner terminated per the agreement, as well as Starbucks commitment to provide its grocery channel customers with the highest quality of service.

The agreement included a number of provisions intended to ensure that Kraft would actively protect and promote the Starbucks Coffee® and Seattle's Best Coffee® brands, building on Starbucks position as the leading super-premium coffee brand. It also required Kraft to work closely with Starbucks, to maintain Starbucks involvement in significant marketing decisions and customer contacts. This was critical to the success of the relationship, given Starbucks market-leading position in the super-premium coffee business. Kraft did not meet its responsibilities under these aspects of the agreement. Starbucks raised these issues with Kraft, but there was never any improvement in Kraft's performance.

Kraft's failure to meet its responsibilities resulted in the erosion of brand equity and experience at grocery that Starbucks customers have come to expect through their experience in Starbucks stores. In light of Kraft's failure to cure its breaches of the agreement, Starbucks has exercised its right to end the relationship. Starbucks notes that there are binding dispute resolution procedures under the agreement, and any action by either party to contest the dissolution of the agreement must be brought under those provisions. Starbucks expects to assume direct responsibility for its packaged coffee business beginning on March 1, 2011.

In taking this action, Starbucks is mindful of its commitments to the grocery channel customers who carry its packaged coffee products. Starbucks is disappointed that Kraft is not living up to its obligation to ensure an orderly transition, however Starbucks is committed to ensuring that its grocery customers experience a seamless transition and that this move benefits both their customers and Starbucks.

Since 1971, Starbucks Corporation has been committed to ethically sourcing and roasting the highest quality arabica coffee in the world. Today, with stores around the globe, the company is the premier roaster and retailer of specialty coffee in the world. In addition to its Starbucks retail stores, the company produces a wide range of branded consumer products globally, including ready-to-drink beverages, packaged coffees and premium ice creams. The company's brand portfolio features Starbucks Coffee, Tazo Tea, Seattle's Best Coffee and Torrefazione Italia Coffee, enabling Starbucks to appeal to a broad consumer base. For more information, please visit us online at <a href="http://cts.businesswire.com/ct/CT?id=smartlink&amp;url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.starbucks.com&amp;esheet=6525975&amp;lan=en-US&amp;anchor=www.starbucks.com&amp;index=1&amp;md5=feb4e0d19fd1a7b6d37198004efaacec">www.starbucks.com</a>.

Starbucks Comments on Media Reports Regarding Termination of Contract with Kraft Foods; Reaffirms Commitment to Ensuring Smooth Transition for Customers - Starbucks Stories

Starbucks Comments on Media Reports Regarding Termination of Contract with Kraft Foods; Reaffirms Commitment to Ensuring Smooth Transition for Customers

SEATTLE, November 29, 2010 &#8211; Starbucks Coffee Company (Nasdaq: SBUX) strongly disagrees with Kraft&#8217;s recent characterizations that have appeared in the media of the terms of the agreement between the two companies, including assertions that the agreement is perpetual in nature. Starbucks actions to terminate its distribution arrangement with Kraft are consistent with the terms […]

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SEATTLE, November 15, 2010 - Starbucks Corporation (Nasdaq: SBUX) today announced that its Board of Directors has authorized the repurchase of up to 10 million shares of the company's common stock. This authorization is in addition to the 10.1 million shares that remained available at fiscal year-end 2010 for repurchase under an existing authorization.

"This additional authorization to repurchase stock reflects the strength of Starbucks balance sheet as well as our strong ongoing operating cash flow to both support the growth in the business and return value to our shareholders through the payment of quarterly dividends and share repurchases," stated Troy Alstead, chief financial officer.

Shares will be repurchased in the open market at times and amounts considered appropriate by the company based on factors including price and market conditions. Additionally, the company's Board of Directors has authorized that purchases can be made under Rule 10b5-1 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. A Rule 10b5-1 plan allows Starbucks to repurchase its shares during periods when the company would normally not be active in the market due to its own internal trading blackout periods. All such purchases must be made according to a predefined plan that is established when the Starbucks plan administrator is not aware of material non-public information.

Since 1971, Starbucks Coffee Company has been committed to ethically sourcing and roasting the highest quality arabica coffee in the world. Today, with stores around the globe, 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 <a href="http://cts.businesswire.com/ct/CT?id=smartlink&amp;url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.starbucks.com&amp;esheet=6513353&amp;lan=en-US&amp;anchor=www.starbucks.com&amp;index=1&amp;md5=d6c447710071e917df9553940299716c">www.starbucks.com</a>.

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Starbucks Announces Additional Stock Repurchase Authorization

SEATTLE, November 15, 2010 &#8211; Starbucks Corporation (Nasdaq: SBUX) today announced that its Board of Directors has authorized the repurchase of up to 10 million shares of the company&#8217;s common stock. This authorization is in addition to the 10.1 million shares that remained available at fiscal year-end 2010 for repurchase under an existing authorization. &#8220;This […]

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SEATTLE, November 12, 2010 - Statements coming out of multiple news reports from China by Starbucks chairman, president and ceo, Howard Schultz, were mischaracterized by the press.

Starbucks Coffee Company (NASDAQ:SBUX) recognizes the dynamic growth in the single-serve category and is pleased with the success of Starbucks VIAÂ® Ready Brew, our first entry into this category. In its first year, Starbucks VIAÂ® reached nearly $135 million in sales, making it a "mega hit" as categorized by SymphonyIRI.

Consistent with our prior statements, we look forward to providing Starbucks customers with more ways to enjoy StarbucksÂ® coffee, one cup at a time.

Statement from Starbucks Clarifying Comments Made in China - Starbucks Stories

Statement from Starbucks Clarifying Comments Made in China

SEATTLE, November 12, 2010 &#8211; Statements coming out of multiple news reports from China by Starbucks chairman, president and ceo, Howard Schultz, were mischaracterized by the press. Starbucks Coffee Company (NASDAQ:SBUX) recognizes the dynamic growth in the single-serve category and is pleased with the success of Starbucks VIAÂ® Ready Brew, our first entry into this […]

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SEATTLE, July 21, 2010 - Starbucks Corporation(Nasdaq:SBUX)Board of Directors has declared an increased cash dividend to its shareholders. The quarterly dividend of $0.13 per share, an increase of 30 percent from $0.10 per share, will be paid on August 20, 2010, to shareholders of record at the close of business on August 4, 2010.

"Given the continued strength of our business, as evidenced by record third-quarter earnings and the resulting strong cash flow, we have increased our quarterly cash dividend," said Troy Alstead, executive vice president and cfo. "Our commitment to returning value to our shareholders is demonstrated in both the increased cash dividend and the repurchase of 6.7 million shares of Starbucks common stock in the third quarter."

Since 1971, Starbucks Coffee Company has been committed to ethically sourcing and roasting the highest quality arabica coffee in the world. Today, with stores around the globe, 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 <a href="http://cts.businesswire.com/ct/CT?id=smartlink&amp;url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.starbucks.com&amp;esheet=6365450&amp;lan=en-US&amp;anchor=www.starbucks.com&amp;index=1&amp;md5=da132c3f0935293c0c3490b0252727ba">www.starbucks.com</a>.

Starbucks Increases Cash Dividend by 30 Percent - Starbucks Stories

Starbucks Increases Cash Dividend by 30 Percent

SEATTLE, July 21, 2010 &#8211; Starbucks Corporation(Nasdaq:SBUX)Board of Directors has declared an increased cash dividend to its shareholders. The quarterly dividend of $0.13 per share, an increase of 30 percent from $0.10 per share, will be paid on August 20, 2010, to shareholders of record at the close of business on August 4, 2010. &#8220;Given […]

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https://stories.starbucks.com/press/2010/starbucks-increases-cash-dividend-by-30-percent/

SEATTLE, July 14, 2010 - Starbucks Coffee Company (NASDAQ: SBUX) plans to release its third quarter fiscal year 2010 financial results after the market close on Wednesday, July 21, 2010, with a conference call and webcast to follow at 2:00 p.m. PT. The conference call will be broadcast live over the Internet and can be accessed at <a href="http://cts.businesswire.com/ct/CT?id=smartlink&amp;url=http%3A%2F%2Finvestor.starbucks.com&amp;esheet=6359960&amp;lan=en-US&amp;anchor=http%3A%2F%2Finvestor.starbucks.com&amp;index=1&amp;md5=465fbd19ec736cd022a0300a2c70ea1f">http://investor.starbucks.com</a>. A replay of the webcast will be available on the company's website until Friday, August 20, 2010.

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Since 1971, Starbucks Coffee Company has been committed to ethically sourcing and roasting the highest quality arabica coffee in the world. Today, with stores around the globe, 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 <a href="http://cts.businesswire.com/ct/CT?id=smartlink&amp;url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.starbucks.com&amp;esheet=6359960&amp;lan=en-US&amp;anchor=www.starbucks.com&amp;index=2&amp;md5=19f0ddee78a151b149f48a534f73994b">www.starbucks.com</a>.

Starbucks Announces Q3 Fiscal Year 2010 Results Conference Call - Starbucks Stories

Starbucks Announces Q3 Fiscal Year 2010 Results Conference Call

SEATTLE, July 14, 2010 &#8211; Starbucks Coffee Company (NASDAQ: SBUX) plans to release its third quarter fiscal year 2010 financial results after the market close on Wednesday, July 21, 2010, with a conference call and webcast to follow at 2:00 p.m. PT. The conference call will be broadcast live over the Internet and can be […]

http://cts.businesswire.com/ct/CT?id=bwnews&amp;sty=20100714006424r1&amp;sid=tekgr&amp;distro=nx

https://stories.starbucks.com/press/2010/starbucks-announces-q3-fiscal-year-2010-results-conference-call/

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