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Starbucks is changing one of the most generous perks of its loyalty program

  • Starting June 24, 2025, Starbucks will discontinue awarding 25 bonus stars for using a personal reusable cup and will instead grant double stars on the total purchase.
  • CEO Brian Niccol initiated this change to boost profits amid previous cuts to discounts and menu items while repositioning Starbucks as a premium brand.
  • The 25-star bonus, introduced in 2022, allowed quick star accumulation, but the new system benefits customers with larger orders including food and multiple drinks.
  • For example, a $4 drink in a reusable cup currently earns over 30 stars, but after June 24, that number will drop by about half, though the $0.10 cup discount remains.
  • The change reflects ongoing efforts by Niccol amid weaker earnings, including menu cuts and new policies, suggesting continued shifts to improve profitability and reduce employee strain.
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