Mei Ri Jing Ji Xin Wen·2025-07-30 12:05Financial Performance - Starbucks reported Q3 FY2025 net revenue of $9.456 billion, up from $9.11 billion in the same period last year, exceeding analyst expectations of $9.29 billion [1] - Adjusted earnings per share were $0.49, below the forecast of $0.65 [1] - Same-store sales in China grew by 2%, surpassing the expected growth of 1.44% [1] Strategic Initiatives - CEO Howard Schultz stated that recent adjustments in China are yielding results, with three consecutive quarters of revenue growth and year-over-year same-store sales increases [3] - Innovations such as "Sugar-Free True Flavor" beverages and new customization options have increased customer purchase frequency, while price adjustments on non-coffee products have broadened the customer base and enhanced consumption during lunch and evening hours [3] Equity Sale and Market Position - Starbucks is exploring the sale of a portion of its equity in China, seeking strategic partners that share its vision and values, while maintaining a significant stake in the business [4] - The company is evaluating over 20 interested institutional investors, emphasizing its confidence and commitment to the Chinese market [4] - Reports indicate that potential equity sale offers have reached a valuation of $10 billion, with nearly 30 private equity firms, including Centurium Capital and Hillhouse Capital, submitting non-binding bids [5] - As of Q3 FY2025, Starbucks operates 7,828 stores in China, covering over 1,000 cities, with new stores continuing to achieve high profitability [5]