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Business Insider
6 days ago
- Business
- Business Insider
We Now Know When Pumpkin Spice is Coming Back: Starbucks Stock (NASDAQ:SBUX) Dips
Granted, the air outside is anything but chilly right now. However, coffee giant Starbucks (SBUX) knows that the day is coming when frost returns to the air and thoughts start to turn to cinnamon, nutmeg, and of course, pumpkin. The Pumpkin Spice Latte lineup is returning to Starbucks, and it even has an arrival date: August 26. Investors were less than pleased, though, and sent shares down fractionally in Monday afternoon's trading. Elevate Your Investing Strategy: Take advantage of TipRanks Premium at 50% off! Unlock powerful investing tools, advanced data, and expert analyst insights to help you invest with confidence. Make smarter investment decisions with TipRanks' Smart Investor Picks, delivered to your inbox every week. For those who think that Starbucks is, perhaps, pushing things by bringing out Pumpkin Spice at a time before Labor Day, let alone the first frost, take heart: this is actually Starbucks showing some restraint. Last year, reports note, Pumpkin Spice made its appearance four days earlier. Regardless, Pumpkin Spice is generally considered a winner for Starbucks, and Starbucks absolutely needs a winner right now. In fact, reports note, around 10% of Starbucks' annual sales come from ' seasonal staples ' like Pumpkin Spice Latte. Moreover, after the item came out last year, visits to Starbucks increased 24% over a 'typical day.' This was not a one-off, either; the arrival of Pumpkin Spice triggered a 'sustained visit spike' that carried on for days. Reports also noted that search engine traffic for 'pumpkin spice' is on the rise unusually early this year, as the normal spike that comes around mid-July this year came in mid-June. A Sock in the Morale Meanwhile, employee morale at Starbucks is in open decline thanks to the new return-to-office (RTO) mandate the company issued. While it made all the standard noises about collaboration and speed of response, employees appealed to Starbucks, saying 'This is the wrong direction. Please stop.' How can we tell? A group within Starbucks, known as 'Partners for the Preservation of Starbucks Culture, Mission, and Values,' released a flyer which it put in an elevator at Starbucks' corporate offices. The flier in question boasted a '…list of grievances,' which included not only the RTO, but also the institution of cost-cutting bonuses doled out to leadership. With the RTO mandate increasingly a part of everybody's environment, some employees are wondering if it is less about collaboration and more about cost-cutting, hoping that workers voluntarily leave rather than return to the office. Is Starbucks Stock a Good Buy? Turning to Wall Street, analysts have a Moderate Buy consensus rating on SBUX stock based on 13 Buys, nine Holds and two Sells assigned in the past three months, as indicated by the graphic below. After a 22.53% rally in its share price over the past year, the average SBUX price target of $96.24 per share implies 2.92% upside potential.
Time Business News
18-06-2025
- Business
- Time Business News
The Secret to Late-Night Snacking? Insomnia Cookies Is Leading the Way
In a world where food delivery is increasingly fast and on-demand, one brand has managed to capture hearts — and stomachs — long after dinner: Insomnia Cookies. From warm Chocolate Chunk to deluxe Confetti, these cookies aren't just desserts. They're late-night rituals. Americans are snacking more than ever. Studies show that nearly one in three food delivery orders are placed after 9 PM, with desserts taking the top spot. What makes cookies so special? Comfort food factor — nostalgic, simple, familiar — nostalgic, simple, familiar Shareable — perfect for dorm rooms, study groups, or movie nights — perfect for dorm rooms, study groups, or movie nights Customizable — with options like ice cream Wiches, deluxe sizes, and vegan-friendly treats That's where Insomnia Cookies comes in — offering nationwide cookie delivery deep into the night, often until 3 a.m. For cookie lovers who want a full view of what's available, there's InsomniaCookiesMenu— an independent website that lists the full Insomnia Cookies menu with prices, flavor rankings, box deals, and limited-time offers. It's perfect for: Planning late-night group orders Finding vegan or gluten-free options Comparing classic vs deluxe flavors Keeping up with seasonal drops (like S'mores, Pumpkin Spice, etc.) Whether you're a regular or a first-time orderer, this site breaks it all down clearly — so you don't waste time scrolling the app. The late-night cookie culture is only growing. From busy students to remote workers, people everywhere are choosing warm, fresh-baked cookies as their go-to comfort treat. If you've never tried them — or want a better way to browse the flavors — check out for a full 2025 breakdown of cookies, combos, and box prices. TIME BUSINESS NEWS
CNET
22-05-2025
- Business
- CNET
Get the Coffee and Espresso System That Changed My Mornings for Free Right Now
I consider myself quite the coffee savant. One doesn't drink four to five cups a day and have a Lorelai Gilmore-esque need for coffee without becoming a connoisseur. When I was an undergraduate student, I bought coffee at the on-campus cafe daily. Whenever I travel, discovering the best coffee house around is top of my to-do list. Needless to say, I've had my fair share of coffee shop experiences -- and now I prefer to drink coffee at home. The main reason for this change in behavior is all thanks to the L'Or Barista coffee and espresso system, which is currently included at no cost on coffee capsule orders $79 and over. L'Or is currently running several promotions on its coffee systems -- right in time for Memorial Day. You can also grab the L'Or system and frother bundle for $50 off in all colors. I bought my mom this system for Christmas and we've both become L'Or evangelists. With this deal, it's not a bad time to gift your caffeine-loving mom or dad (or yourself -- I won't judge) my all-time favorite coffee and espresso system. For more Memorial Day deals, explore our roundup of all the live sales now, and these top Memorial Day mattress deals. Hey, did you know? CNET Deals texts are free, easy and save you money. Why I love my L'Or Barista Every morning, I wake up giddy to make my coffee. The Onyx Espresso capsules are my consistent go-to when I make my favorite salted maple iced lattes, which are perfect for warm, summer mornings, but I'm also a huge fan of the iced coffee capsules. Since I've perfected my morning caffeine routine with the L'Or Barista, I no longer feel any need to buy coffee out. In fact, I prefer making my coffee and espresso drinks at home since I can use my machine to tailor them to my mood on that given morning. I also love how quickly the machine heats up -- a flat 25 seconds to be exact. Nothing feels worse than waiting and waiting for a coffee machine to turn on, heat up and brew up a batch of java. Mere minutes can feel like an eternity when I'm exhausted and desperate for the energy that first cup of caffeine brings me. What comes with the system? The Pumpkin Spice capsules are my go-to in the fall, but the iced coffee capsules are my favorite during the blistering summer months. Macy Meyer/CNET The L'Or Barista is a single-serve machine that uses high-pressure brewing to make both coffee and espresso beverages at home. The system can brew six different sizes of hot or iced coffee, as well as espresso. Of course the sleek machine that's compact enough to fit on the kitchen counter is a highlight, but the capsules are also an exciting treat. Since you'll need to spend $79 or more for a free system, you can opt to taste of a variety of capsule flavors. I've tried the Caramel, Hazelnut and Le Tigre coffee capsules and numerous espresso options -- it's genuinely hard to pick a favorite. Why this makes a great gift At its discounted price tag (usually $199), the L'Or Barista would be a great gift for any coffee connoisseur in your life. In fact, my mom tried mine, became obsessed, and would subtly bring it up until I finally bought her one this past Christmas. The current sale would provide the perfect opportunity to get some key Father's Day or graduation shopping done (wink, wink). Basically, this system comes with everything you need for a complete at home barista experience, while taking any hassle out of the process. For more tips to feel like a master barista, explore our roundup of the best espresso machines. You should also read how to make great lattes at home on the cheap.
