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Starbucks sells control of Chinese operations to Boyu Capital for $4 billion

"Breaking: Starbucks sells control of its Chinese operations to Boyu Capital for $4 billion. Discover how this strategic shift reshapes the coffee market landscape."

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Starbucks sells control of Chinese operations to Boyu Capital for $4 billion
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Starbucks has agreed to sell control of its Chinese operations to Boyu Capital for $4 billion. This transaction marks a significant shift in Starbucks" strategy in the Chinese market.

The deal is expected to reshape the landscape of Starbucks" presence in China, where the company has been a key player in the coffee market. The agreement underscores the growing interest of private equity firms in the Chinese consumer sector.

For further context on recent developments in the economy, South Korea to triple AI spending and increase defense budget, says President Lee Jae Myung highlights similar trends in investment strategies.

This sale is part of a broader trend of foreign companies reevaluating their operations in China amid changing market dynamics.

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