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Over the past five years, Starbucks has experienced notable fluctuations in its financial performance. Revenue increased steadily from US$23.52 billion in 2020 to nearly US$36.18 billion in 2024, with the strongest growth seen between 2020 and 2021—a roughly 23.5% jump likely reflecting a post-pandemic rebound and pent-up consumer demand for in-store coffee experiences. However, after this surge, revenue growth moderated considerably, with the 2023 to 2024 period showing only a marginal increase of about 0.6%. Gross profit exhibited significant volatility as well, with an unusually low figure of US$1.24 billion in 2020 (which may be attributed to pandemic-related disruptions or a change in calculation methodology) followed by a leap to US$4.49 billion in 2021—a more than 260% increase. Subsequent years saw more typical fluctuations, including a 25% rise from 2022 to 2023 before dipping by around 7% in 2024. Operating and net income trends mirror these patterns. Operating income soared by roughly 213% from US$1.56 billion in 2020 to US$4.87 billion in 2021 before easing slightly in 2022, then recovering in 2023, and finally declining by about 7.8% by 2024. Similarly, net income jumped by over 350% in 2021 from its 2020 level, only to recede in 2022, rebound in 2023, and then fall by nearly 9% in 2024. Despite these swings, the overall financial health of Starbucks remains robust, underpinned by an industry characterized by resilient consumer demand and a strong global brand. While occasional year-over-year declines suggest short-term headwinds—possibly due to operational adjustments or economic factors—the long-term trend of rising revenue and improving margins points to sustainable performance in a competitive sector.
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