Could Buying Starbucks Stock Today Set You Up for Life?

Starbucks (NASDAQ: SBUX) needs no introduction. With its 41,118 total locations (as of Dec. 28, 2025), it dominates the retail coffeehouse market. Getting to such a commanding position has benefited investors. Shares have produced a total return of more than 40,000% since their initial public offering in 1992 (as of March 13). The business hasn't been operating at its best in recent years, resulting in a trailing-five-year price decline of 8% for this consumer discretionary stock. The company's storied suc ...