Starbucks is an American company. It was founded in Seattle, Washington in 1971.
While Starbucks operates in many countries around the world, its headquarters and primary ownership remain in the United States.
The company is publicly traded on the NASDAQ stock exchange under the ticker symbol SBUX. This means that Starbucks is owned by numerous individual and institutional investors, rather than a single entity.
Some of the largest shareholders include:
- BlackRock, Inc.
- State Street Corporation
- Bank of America Corporation
- Morgan Stanley Investment Management
While Starbucks has a global presence, it's important to remember that its roots and primary ownership lie in the United States.
