Starbucks Corporation announced on October 2, 2025 that its Board of Directors has approved an increase in the company’s quarterly cash dividend from $0.61 to $0.62 per share of common stock. The new dividend will be payable on November 28, 2025, to shareholders of record on November 14, 2025, and will raise the annualized dividend rate to $2.48 per share.
Chief Financial Officer Cathy Smith said the company remains committed to returning cash to shareholders while balancing investments in its long‑term growth strategy. She noted that the company is pleased with progress on its “Back to Starbucks” initiatives and remains confident that the strategic actions being taken will drive sustainable long‑term growth and healthier profitability.
This dividend increase marks Starbucks’ 15th consecutive annual increase, underscoring the company’s long‑standing commitment to shareholder returns. The announcement also comes ahead of an investor day planned for fiscal year 2026, during which the company will provide further details on its capital allocation philosophy.
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