Shen Zhen Shang Bao·2025-11-04 06:13Core Viewpoint - Starbucks has announced a strategic partnership with Boyu Capital to establish a joint venture for its retail operations in China, with Boyu holding up to 60% equity and Starbucks retaining 40% [1][3]. Group 1: Joint Venture Details - The joint venture will be based on an enterprise value of approximately $4 billion, excluding cash and debt, with Boyu acquiring corresponding equity [1]. - Starbucks expects the total value of its retail business in China to exceed $13 billion, which includes the value from the equity transfer to Boyu, retained equity in the joint venture, and ongoing royalty income over the next decade [1]. Group 2: Market Performance - Starbucks reported a 5% year-over-year revenue growth in Q4 2025, reaching $9.6 billion, and a total annual revenue of $37.2 billion, up 3% [3]. - The Chinese market showed significant recovery, with Q4 revenue reaching $831.6 million, a 6% increase year-over-year, and total revenue for FY2025 at $3.105 billion, up 5% [3]. Group 3: Expansion and Growth Strategy - In Q4, Starbucks opened 183 new stores and entered 47 new county-level markets, with a total of 415 net new stores for FY2025 [4]. - By the end of FY2025, Starbucks had opened 8,011 stores across 1,091 county-level cities in China, with new stores contributing above-average same-store sales [4].