# Starbucks Corporation (SBUX) — Q3-2017 Earnings Results

**Report date:** 2017-07-27 (after market close)  
**Sector:** Consumer Discretionary / Restaurants  
**Status:** reported  
**Source:** https://earningsnxt.ai/ticker/SBUX/earnings/Q3-2017

## Post-Earnings Brief

### Headline

Starbucks Misses on EPS, Stock Up 2.69%

### Key Numbers

| Metric | Actual | Expected | Surprise |
|---|---|---|---|
| EPS | $0.55 | N/A | -1.60% |

### Management Commentary

**Tone:** Cautiously Optimistic

Management expressed confidence in customer loyalty and engagement. They emphasized their commitment to improving the overall customer experience.

**Key quotes:**

> We continue to see strong customer engagement and loyalty.

> Our focus remains on enhancing the customer experience.

### Guidance Changes

No guidance updates were provided during the earnings call.

### What It Means

Starbucks reported earnings that slightly missed expectations, which may indicate some challenges in meeting growth targets. However, the stock rose by 2.69%, suggesting that investors remain optimistic about the company's long-term prospects, particularly in customer engagement and loyalty initiatives.

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