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  "id": 7816450,
  "title": "Starbucks considers selling majority stake in its Japan business: Reuters",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/16/starbucks-considers-selling-majority-stake-in-its-japan-business-7816450",
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  "section": "Finance & Markets",
  "published": "2026-09-16T15:36:48.000Z",
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    "url": "https://www.cnbc.com/2026/09/16/starbucks-considers-selling-majority-stake-japan.html"
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  "summary": "Starbucks is considering selling a majority stake in its Japan business, which could be valued at around $3 billion. The Japan operations comprise 1,883 stores and account for nearly 9% of the company's global footprint.\n\nAccording to Investing.com, Starbucks has solicited pitches from financial advisers and is open to selling a majority stake, although the stake size and valuation are yet to be determined. A Starbucks spokesperson said the company continually assesses its structure to create value for shareholders and serve customers.\n\nThe potential sale was first reported by Bloomberg in June. A Starbucks spokesperson described the Japan business as strong, with deep brand affinity and a trusted presence built over 30 years in the region.",
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        "title": "Starbucks considers selling majority stake in its Japan business, sources say",
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        "title": "Starbucks considers selling majority stake in its Japan business: Reuters",
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