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NASDAQ:SBUX 27 December 2025 - 29 April 2026

Top 10 Growth Stocks to Watch in Q2 2026 as AI Spending Faces Its Hardest Test Yet

Top 10 Growth Stocks to Watch in Q2 2026 as AI Spending Faces Its Hardest Test Yet

Microsoft, Alphabet, Amazon, and Meta are set to report earnings Wednesday, with investors watching for signs that heavy AI spending is driving growth. Visa posted a 17% rise in net revenue to $11.2 billion and announced a $20 billion buyback. T-Mobile raised 2026 guidance after service revenue climbed 11%. U.S. stocks fell Tuesday, with the Nasdaq down 0.90% as tech shares slipped.
US Stock Market Today After Hours: Nasdaq Hit by AI Worries as Visa, Starbucks and Chip Stocks Jump

US Stock Market Today After Hours: Nasdaq Hit by AI Worries as Visa, Starbucks and Chip Stocks Jump

U.S. stocks fell Tuesday, with the Nasdaq down 0.9% as AI and chip shares sold off ahead of major tech earnings. Oracle dropped 4.1%, Nvidia and AMD lost over 1.6%, and CoreWeave slid 5.8%. After hours, Visa and Starbucks rose on strong results and forecasts. Oil prices climbed, and traders watched the Federal Reserve’s rate decision.
Starbucks Stock Surges as Earnings Beat Shows Brian Niccol’s Turnaround Is Finally Hitting the Register

Starbucks Stock Surges as Earnings Beat Shows Brian Niccol’s Turnaround Is Finally Hitting the Register

Starbucks raised its 2026 outlook after reporting a 6.2% rise in global comparable sales and 9% revenue growth to $9.5 billion for the quarter ended March 29. U.S. comparable sales climbed 7.1%, driven mainly by more customer visits. Shares jumped nearly 6% after hours. The company now expects at least 5% global and U.S. comparable sales growth for the year.
28 April 2026
Starbucks stock closes at $91.95 after a five-day slide — what to watch for SBUX next week

Starbucks stock closes at $91.95 after a five-day slide — what to watch for SBUX next week

Starbucks shares fell 2.06% to $91.95 Friday, capping a fifth straight session of declines and leaving the stock 22% below its 52-week high. Analysts raised price targets after the company reported 6% revenue growth and announced a new U.S. loyalty program launching March 10. Starbucks will pay a $0.62 dividend on Feb. 27. CEO Brian Niccol said recent investments “will take time” to lift margins.
1 February 2026
Starbucks stock drops near $92 as investors weigh 2028 margin push after a busy week

Starbucks stock drops near $92 as investors weigh 2028 margin push after a busy week

Starbucks shares fell about 2% Friday, trading near $92 after a volatile week. Fiscal Q1 net revenue rose 6% to $9.9 billion, with adjusted EPS at $0.56 and global same-store sales up 4%, but operating margin dropped to 10.1%. The company forecast 2026 adjusted EPS of $2.15–$2.40 and plans to close its China retail joint venture this spring. Investors remain focused on margin improvement and upcoming results.
30 January 2026
Starbucks stock price whipsaws after earnings; Investor Day is the next test for SBUX

Starbucks stock price whipsaws after earnings; Investor Day is the next test for SBUX

Starbucks shares fell 0.6% to $95.16 in after-hours trading Wednesday after reporting Q1 revenue of $9.9 billion and a 4% rise in global comparable-store sales. Adjusted earnings dropped to 56 cents a share, with operating margin down to 9%. The company will outline long-term targets at its investor day Thursday. CEO Brian Niccol said the turnaround plan is ahead of schedule.
Starbucks stock swings after earnings pop — what investors watch at Niccol’s investor day

Starbucks stock swings after earnings pop — what investors watch at Niccol’s investor day

Starbucks shares rose 1% to $96.56 after swinging more than 10% following Q1 results showing 4% global same-store sales growth and first U.S. increase in two years. Margins fell for the eighth straight quarter, frustrating investors. CEO Brian Niccol cited new drinks as growth drivers but warned service targets will take time. All eyes turn to Thursday’s investor day for margin guidance.
28 January 2026
Starbucks stock dips as supply-chain snags and CEO jet policy land ahead of earnings

Starbucks stock dips as supply-chain snags and CEO jet policy land ahead of earnings

Starbucks shares fell 0.6% to $95.72 Tuesday ahead of its fiscal first-quarter earnings report set for Wednesday morning. CEO Brian Niccol is under scrutiny as supply-chain issues persist despite new technology and system upgrades. The company also removed the $250,000 cap on Niccol’s personal use of the corporate jet after a security review. Wall Street analysts adjusted price targets as investors focus on sales and margins.
Starbucks stock (SBUX) slips after report flags AI inventory glitches ahead of earnings

Starbucks stock (SBUX) slips after report flags AI inventory glitches ahead of earnings

Starbucks shares fell 0.7% to $95.62 Tuesday after a Reuters report cited ongoing product shortages and problems with an AI inventory tool. The drop came as the S&P 500 rose 0.5%. Starbucks will report fiscal first-quarter earnings Wednesday morning and hold its investor day Thursday. CEO Brian Niccol’s personal jet use cap was lifted after a security review, Business Insider reported.
Starbucks stock slips as SBUX nears earnings and Investor Day — what traders are watching

Starbucks stock slips as SBUX nears earnings and Investor Day — what traders are watching

Starbucks shares fell 1.4% to $96.22 Monday, trailing a broader market rally ahead of its fiscal Q1 earnings report Wednesday and Investor Day Thursday. Volume reached 8.1 million shares. Analysts cited steady sales but ongoing margin pressures from higher coffee and labor costs. Peers traded mixed, with McDonald’s up 1.1% and Dutch Bros down 2.8%.
Starbucks stock climbs as BofA lifts target; SBUX earnings on Jan. 28 in focus

Starbucks stock climbs as BofA lifts target; SBUX earnings on Jan. 28 in focus

Starbucks shares rose 2.5% to $95.99 Wednesday, outpacing the S&P 500 ahead of next week’s earnings report. Bank of America Securities raised its price target to $114, citing store traffic and margin improvements. Investors are watching for signs of a turnaround, with first-quarter results due Jan. 28. CEO Brian Niccol said no broad menu price hikes are planned for 2026.
21 January 2026
Starbucks stock today: SBUX slips after MrBeast tie-up as investors eye earnings and rates

Starbucks stock today: SBUX slips after MrBeast tie-up as investors eye earnings and rates

Starbucks shares closed down 0.3% at $83.97 Friday, about 29% below their 52-week high. The company announced a marketing tie-in with YouTube creator MrBeast’s “Beast Games” and a limited-time drink launching Jan. 14. Investors are watching upcoming earnings, U.S. store changes, and the timeline for Starbucks’ China joint venture with Boyu Capital.
Starbucks Stock (NASDAQ: SBUX) Weekend Update: CEO Turnaround Headlines, Labor Risk, and What to Watch Before Monday’s Open

Starbucks Stock (NASDAQ: SBUX) Weekend Update: CEO Turnaround Headlines, Labor Risk, and What to Watch Before Monday’s Open

Starbucks shares closed at $85.08 Friday, up 0.6%, with after-hours quotes near $85.00. CEO Brian Niccol emphasized AI tools and a $600 million staffing investment in recent interviews. The company’s “Back to Starbucks” operational changes and ongoing labor issues remain in focus as markets await Monday’s session. Starbucks holds a market value near $96.7 billion.
28 December 2025
Starbucks Stock (SBUX) Weekend Update: What Investors Are Watching After Friday’s Close, Earnings Forecasts, and New Turnaround Headlines

Starbucks Stock (SBUX) Weekend Update: What Investors Are Watching After Friday’s Close, Earnings Forecasts, and New Turnaround Headlines

Starbucks shares closed at $85.08 Friday, up 0.6%, as U.S. markets wrapped a quiet, post-holiday session. The stock remains well below its 52-week high of $117.46, with investors watching CEO-led turnaround efforts and labor issues ahead of January earnings. Consumer discretionary stocks lagged the S&P 500, adding pressure to Starbucks’ outlook.

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  • Microsoft Gains Major Customer, Boosting Stock Prospects
    April 29, 2026, 10:14 PM EDT. Microsoft (MSFT) secured a significant new customer, marking a key development for investors. The stock traded up 1.19% on April 27, 2026, reflecting positive market sentiment. Parkev Tatevosian, CFA, and The Motley Fool hold positions in Microsoft, signaling strong confidence in the company's growth. Tatevosian's affiliation with The Motley Fool includes potential compensation for subscriber referrals, though his views remain independent. This customer acquisition highlights Microsoft's ongoing expansion and potential for stock appreciation, making it a noteworthy event for shareholders.

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Soluna Holdings Stock Jumps After Sazmining Bitcoin Deal, Then SEC Resale Filing Lands

Soluna Holdings Stock Jumps After Sazmining Bitcoin Deal, Then SEC Resale Filing Lands

30 April 2026
Soluna Holdings filed to register the resale of about 2.46 million common shares, with no proceeds going to the company. The move follows Sazmining’s launch of a 3-megawatt Bitcoin mining operation at Soluna’s Project Dorothy 1B in West Texas. Soluna shares last traded at $1.28, up from a $1.08 Nasdaq sale price on April 28. The registered shares include 2.4 million issuable to YA II PN, LTD. via warrant exercise.
Brookfield Renewable Stock Drops 12% Before Q1 Results as BEPC Investors Brace for Friday

Brookfield Renewable Stock Drops 12% Before Q1 Results as BEPC Investors Brace for Friday

30 April 2026
Brookfield Renewable Corp’s NYSE shares fell 12.5% to $35.20 on Wednesday, with volume quadrupling the three-month average ahead of first-quarter results due Friday. The drop came despite a higher quarterly dividend and mixed analyst views. The company operates 47 GW of clean energy assets globally. Analysts expect a first-quarter loss of 33.92 cents per share on $1.62 billion in revenue.
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