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Starbucks Coffee Company currently uses three business
structures in international markets: joint ventures, licenses, and company-owned
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No, we do not sell individual franchises or sub-franchise.
Starbucks Coffee Company will either operate our coffeehouses directly (or through a
local subsidiary) or will enter into a business agreement with a company or group
of individuals. This company or group is granted the right to develop and operate
coffeehouses throughout a defined region. |
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Due to the strength of our existing partnership base, we are not seeking any new partnership opportunities at this time. |
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In most cases, no. Our initial development typically
begins with Starbucks Coffee retail locations only. |
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Starbucks Coffee Company has in place a strategic
business plan for expansion to many regions in the world. Although we are eager to
expand into new regions, various constraints may have delayed our entry
into your market. We are not at liberty to disclose the timing and specifics of
our development plans. |
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Regretfully, due to the volume of inquiries we receive, Starbucks Coffee Company
may not be able to advise you about where we are in our development process.
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