Starbucks Corp Profit Margin

Data as of August 04, 2026

How It's Calculated

What This Means

Starbucks Corp's profit margin of 5.2% is modest — investors should weigh margin trends and reinvestment needs.

About Starbucks Corp

Starbucks Corp (SBUX) operates in the Hotels, Restaurants & Leisure sector, specifically in Hotels, Restaurants & Leisure. With a market capitalization of about $119.98B, it ranks as a large-cap stock — a major established company.

Shares recently traded near $103.37, within a 52-week range of $77.99 to $109.23 (-5.4% from the high, +32.5% from the low). Beta of 0.98 is broadly in line with typical market sensitivity.

Trailing profit margin is about 5.2%, signaling modest profitability that investors should weigh against growth plans.

Understanding This Metric

Profit margin connects income-statement quality to valuation. For Starbucks Corp, trailing margin summarizes how much revenue converts to net profit after costs. In Hotels, Restaurants & Leisure, margins differ by business model — software and services often run higher margins than capital-intensive industries. Track margin trends across quarters; a stable or improving margin can support earnings durability, while sharp declines may warrant deeper review of guidance and competition.

Using This Number in Practice

At about 5.2% trailing profit margin, Starbucks Corp (SBUX) leaves a thinner cushion after operating costs — weigh alongside revenue growth and leverage. For large revenue bases, even a one-point margin move can shift earnings materially, so trend matters as much as the spot reading.

When comparing SBUX to alternatives, combine margin with return on equity, revenue growth, and valuation. Use our margin calculator for scenario work, and browse the SBUX metrics hub plus sector peers in the comparison section above.

Sector Comparison

Among Hotels, Restaurants & Leisure names on our S&P 100 coverage, Starbucks Corp's profit margin of 5.2% can be compared with peers such as MCD (31.6%), BKNG (22.2%). Sector context helps interpretation, but each company's growth profile and balance sheet differ — use multiple metrics before drawing conclusions. View all Hotels, Restaurants & Leisure stocks.

Key Takeaways

• SBUX is grouped in the Hotels, Restaurants & Leisure sector for peer comparisons.
• Recent beta of 0.98 suggests market-like price sensitivity.
• Trailing profit margin of 5.2% provides context for how much earnings support the headline multiple.

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