Starbucks Corporation (SBUX)

Gross profit margin

Sep 30, 2024 Sep 30, 2023 Sep 30, 2022 Sep 30, 2021 Sep 30, 2020
Gross profit US$ in thousands 22,714,400 22,908,700 20,150,000 18,221,500 13,737,700
Revenue US$ in thousands 36,176,200 35,975,600 32,250,300 29,060,600 23,518,000
Gross profit margin 62.79% 63.68% 62.48% 62.70% 58.41%

September 30, 2024 calculation

Gross profit margin = Gross profit ÷ Revenue
= $22,714,400K ÷ $36,176,200K
= 62.79%

Based on the historical data provided for Starbucks Corporation's gross profit margin over the five-year period from September 30, 2020, to September 30, 2024, there has been fluctuation in the company's gross profit margin.

The gross profit margin for Starbucks Corporation has ranged from 58.41% in September 2020 to 63.68% in September 2023. The gross profit margin indicates the percentage of revenue that exceeds the cost of goods sold, reflecting the efficiency of the company's production and pricing strategies.

Overall, Starbucks has maintained relatively healthy gross profit margins over the years, with the margins consistently above 60%. This suggests that Starbucks has been able to effectively manage its production costs and pricing strategies to generate a strong profit margin on its goods and services.

The slight fluctuations in the gross profit margin from year to year may be attributed to various factors such as changes in commodity prices, competition in the market, and shifts in consumer preferences. It is essential for Starbucks Corporation to continue monitoring and managing its gross profit margin to ensure sustained profitability and competitiveness in the market.


Peer comparison

Sep 30, 2024

Company name
Symbol
Gross profit margin
Starbucks Corporation
SBUX
62.79%
Shake Shack Inc
SHAK
48.73%
The Wendy’s Co
WEN
45.54%

See also:

Starbucks Corporation Gross Profit Margin