SBUX - Starbucks Corporation

Stock Details

Starbucks Corporation (SBUX), a prominent company in the trade & services sector within the retail-eating & drinking places industry, is based in USA and primarily trades on the NASDAQ.Currently, the stock is trading at $81.90. Over the past 52 weeks, it has ranged between $74.48 and $115.87. This places the current price at 70.7% of its 52-week high and 10.0% above its 52-week low. Recent trading volume was recorded at 9,986,187. The International Securities Identification Number (ISIN) for this stock is US8552441094.

Fundamentals

Valuation Metrics

P/E Ratio (TTM)

38.18

Above market average

Forward P/E

32.15

Earnings expected to grow

PEG Ratio

2.79

Potentially overvalued

EV/EBITDA

21.35

EPS (TTM)

$2.31

Price to Sales

2.73

Beta

1.00

Similar volatility to market

How is SBUX valued relative to its earnings and growth?

Starbucks Corporation trades at a P/E ratio of 38.18, which is above the market average of approximately 20. This premium valuation suggests investors expect above-average growth or the company has competitive advantages justifying the higher multiple. Looking ahead, the forward P/E of 32.15 is lower than the current P/E, indicating analysts expect earnings to grow over the next year. The PEG ratio of 2.79 indicates a premium valuation even accounting for growth.

What is SBUX's risk profile compared to the market?

With a beta of 1.00, Starbucks Corporation is roughly as volatile as the market, moving in line with broad market trends. This moderate beta suggests the stock offers market-level returns without excessive volatility.

Performance & Growth

Profit Margin

7.18%

Operating Margin

9.51%

Return on Equity

0.00%

Return on Assets

7.57%

Revenue Growth (YoY)

3.80%

Earnings Growth (YoY)

-47.30%

How profitable and efficient is SBUX's business model?

Starbucks Corporation achieves a profit margin of 7.18%, meaning it retains $7.18 from every $100 in revenue after all expenses. This relatively low margin suggests the company operates in a competitive environment or high-cost industry where profitability is challenging. The operating margin of 9.51% reveals how efficiently the company runs its core business operations before interest and taxes.0

What are SBUX's recent growth trends?

Starbucks Corporation's revenue grew by 3.80% year-over-year, showing steady progress in growing the business. This positive trajectory indicates the company maintains competitive positioning in its markets. Earnings decreased by 47.30% year-over-year, reflecting the bottom-line impact of business performance. These growth metrics should be evaluated against RETAIL-EATING & DRINKING PLACES industry averages for proper context.

Dividend Information

Dividend Per Share

$2.44

Dividend Yield

2.77%

Ex-Dividend Date

8/15/2025

Dividend Date

8/29/2025

What dividend income can investors expect from SBUX?

Starbucks Corporation offers a dividend yield of 2.77%, paying $2.44 per share annually. This above-average yield of 2-4% provides meaningful income while still allowing the company to reinvest for growth. It compares favorably to the S&P 500 average and offers competitive returns versus bonds in the current rate environment. To receive the next dividend, shares must be purchased before the ex-dividend date of 8/15/2025.

How reliable is SBUX's dividend for long-term investors?

The dividend sustainability can be assessed through the payout ratio - Starbucks Corporation pays $2.44 per share in dividends against earnings of $2.31 per share, resulting in a payout ratio of 100.00%. This very high payout exceeding 90% raises sustainability concerns, as nearly all earnings go to dividends. Any earnings decline could force a dividend cut. The next dividend payment is scheduled for 8/29/2025.

Company Size & Market

Shares Outstanding

1.14B

Book Value/Share

-$6.78

Asset Type

Common Stock

What is SBUX's market capitalization and position?

Starbucks Corporation has a market capitalization of $100.25B, classifying it as a large-cap stock ($10B-$200B). Large-caps are typically industry leaders with established business models, offering a balance of stability and growth potential. They often provide dividend income and are core holdings in institutional portfolios. With 1.14B shares outstanding, the company's ownership is widely distributed. As a major player in the RETAIL-EATING & DRINKING PLACES industry, it competes with other firms in this sector.

How does SBUX's price compare to its book value?

Starbucks Corporation's book value per share is -$6.78, while the current stock price is $81.90, resulting in a price-to-book (P/B) ratio of -12.08. Trading below book value can indicate the market perceives challenges ahead, or it might represent a value opportunity if the assets are quality and earnings can recover. Value investors often screen for P/B ratios below 1.0. As a common stock, this represents equity ownership with voting rights.

Analyst Ratings

Analyst Target Price

$99.38

21.34% upside potential

Analyst Recommendations

Strong Buy

Buy

Hold

Sell

Strong Sell

How reliable are analyst predictions for SBUX?

34 analysts cover SBUX with 47% recommending buy/strong buy ratings. Analyst predictions have mixed reliability - studies show consensus rarely beats market returns consistently. The mixed views reflect uncertainty about the outlook. The consensus target of $99.38 implies 21.3% upside, but targets are often adjusted to follow price moves rather than predict them.

What is the Wall Street consensus on SBUX?

Current analyst recommendations:5 Strong Buy, 11 Buy, 16 Hold, 2 Sell, 0The neutral stance suggests uncertainty or fair valuation at current levels.Remember that analyst opinions often lag price movements and can be influenced by investment banking relationships.

Fundamentals last updated: Sep 1, 2025, 06:13 AM

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