Core Viewpoint - Starbucks CEO Brian Niccol indicated that the company may sell a stake in its China business, which has generated "significant interest" [1] Group 1: Business Expansion Plans - The company is seeking partners interested in expanding its store count in China from approximately 8,000 to 20,000 locations [1] - Starbucks is not in a rush to finalize a deal and aims to retain a "meaningful stake" in the business [1] Group 2: Interest from Investors - Several Chinese and global private equity firms, as well as strategic investors, have considered purchasing a stake in Starbucks' China operations [1] - The process is still in the preliminary stages, with Goldman Sachs leading the initiative [1]