Starbucks Q2 2021 Earnings Report
Key Takeaways
Starbucks reported strong Q2 fiscal year 2021 results, with global comparable store sales increasing by 15% and significant growth in the U.S. and China. The company raised its full-year fiscal 2021 revenue, margin, and earnings per share guidance.
Global comparable store sales increased 15%, driven by a 19% increase in average ticket, partially offset by a 4% decline in comparable transactions.
Americas comparable store sales increased 9%, driven by a 22% increase in average ticket, partially offset by a 10% decline in comparable transactions; U.S. comparable store sales increased 9%, driven by a 21% increase in average ticket, partially offset by a 10% decline in comparable transactions.
International comparable store sales increased 35%, driven by a 26% increase in comparable transactions and a 7% increase in average ticket; China comparable store sales increased 91%, driven by a 93% increase in transactions, slightly offset by a 1% decline in average ticket.
Consolidated net revenues of $6.7 billion increased 11% from the prior year.
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Forward Guidance
Starbucks updated its full year fiscal 2021 guidance, including consolidated revenue of $28.5 billion to $29.3 billion, GAAP EPS in the range of $2.65 to $2.75, and non-GAAP EPS in the range of $2.90 to $3.00.
Positive Outlook
- Consolidated revenue of $28.5 billion to $29.3 billion.
- Consolidated GAAP operating margin of 15% to 16%.
- Consolidated non-GAAP operating margin of 16.5% to 17.5%.
- GAAP EPS in the range of $2.65 to $2.75.
- Non-GAAP EPS in the range of $2.90 to $3.00.
Challenges Ahead
- Guidance is dependent on current expectations, which may be impacted by evolving external conditions.
- Guidance is dependent on local safety guidelines.
- Guidance is dependent on shifts in customer routines.
- Guidance is dependent on preferences and mobility.
- Guidance is dependent on tax policy changes.
Revenue & Expenses
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