Starbucks Corporation (SBUX) EBITDA Margin: 14.47%
Is Starbucks Corporation’s EBITDA margin high or low?
Starbucks Corporation's EBITDA margin of 14.47% is 23% below its 5-year average of 18.76%, near the low end of its 5-year range (13.20%–25.29%).
The EBITDA margin for Starbucks Corporation (SBUX) is 14.47% as of Wednesday, June 10, 2026. It is below its 12-month average by 15.28% (17.08%).
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SBUX EBITDA Margin Metrics
EBITDA MARGIN
14.47%
EBITDA MARGIN AVG TTM
17.08%
EBITDA MARGIN AVG 3Y
18.52%
EBITDA MARGIN AVG 5Y
18.76%
EBITDA MARGIN AVG 10Y
21.86%
EBITDA MARGIN AVG 15Y
20.44%
EBITDA MARGIN AVG 20Y
19.10%
CURRENT VS TTM AVG
-15.28%
CURRENT VS 3Y AVG
-21.89%
CURRENT VS 5Y AVG
-22.89%
CURRENT VS 10Y AVG
-33.81%
CURRENT VS 15Y AVG
-29.21%
CURRENT VS 20Y AVG
-24.24%
SBUX Competitors' EBITDA Margin
| NAME | MARKET CAP | EBITDA MARGIN | TTM | 3Y | 5Y |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Starbucks Corporation (SBUX) | — | 14.47% | 17.08% | 18.52% | 18.76% |
| Lowe's Companies, Inc. (LOW) | $120.69B | 12.39% | 13.72% | 14.05% | 13.86% |
| Marriott International, Inc. (MAR) | $101.90B | 17.14% | 17.21% | 17.94% | 14.96% |
| Booking Holdings Inc. (BKNG) | $124.69B | 34.24% | 36.79% | 33.84% | 30.04% |
| MercadoLibre, Inc. (MELI) | $81.30B | 12.32% | 13.89% | 13.73% | 11.97% |
| Hilton Worldwide Holdings Inc. (HLT) | $76.74B | 23.84% | 23.10% | 23.76% | 18.50% |
| Airbnb, Inc. (ABNB) | $76.62B | 20.78% | 22.18% | 20.90% | -6.93% |
| Ross Stores, Inc. (ROST) | $74.06B | 15.75% | 15.61% | 14.73% | 12.94% |
| General Motors Company (GM) | $71.59B | 9.46% | 11.45% | 12.25% | 13.62% |
| NIKE, Inc. (NKE) | $65.15B | 9.74% | 11.84% | 13.25% | 13.61% |
Margin Comparison
Gross Margin
20.4%
EBITDA Margin
14.5%
Operating Margin
9.3%
Net Margin
3.9%
Formula: EBITDA Margin = (EBITDA / Revenue) × 100
Why EBITDA Margin matters:
- Removes effects of depreciation policies (D&A)
- Capital structure neutral (ignores interest)
- Tax neutral (ignores tax differences)
- Good proxy for operating cash generation
Starbucks Corporation EBITDA Margin Formula & Definition
EBITDA Margin = EBITDA / Revenue
EBITDA margin measures operating profitability before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization as a percentage of revenue.
Expanded definitions: Investopedia, Wikipedia, Corporate Finance Institute
Starbucks Corporation EBITDA Margin FAQ
- What is the EBITDA margin for Starbucks Corporation (SBUX)?
- The EBITDA margin for SBUX stock is 14.47%.
- Is Starbucks Corporation's EBITDA margin high or low?
- Starbucks Corporation's EBITDA margin of 14.47% is 23% below its 5-year average of 18.76%, near the low end of its 5-year range (13.20%–25.29%).
- What is the TTM average EBITDA margin for Starbucks Corporation (SBUX)?
- The TTM average EBITDA margin for SBUX stock is 17.08%.
- What is the 3Y average EBITDA margin for Starbucks Corporation (SBUX)?
- The 3Y average EBITDA margin for SBUX stock is 18.52%.
- What is the 5Y average EBITDA margin for Starbucks Corporation (SBUX)?
- The 5Y average EBITDA margin for SBUX stock is 18.76%.
- What is the 10Y average EBITDA margin for Starbucks Corporation (SBUX)?
- The 10Y average EBITDA margin for SBUX stock is 21.86%.
- What is the 15Y average EBITDA margin for Starbucks Corporation (SBUX)?
- The 15Y average EBITDA margin for SBUX stock is 20.44%.
- What is the 20Y average EBITDA margin for Starbucks Corporation (SBUX)?
- The 20Y average EBITDA margin for SBUX stock is 19.10%.
Starbucks Corporation EBITDA Margin History
| DATE | EBITDA MARGIN |
|---|---|
| 2025-09-28 | 14.47% |
| 2024-09-30 | 19.69% |
| 2023-09-30 | 20.58% |
| 2022-09-30 | 19.36% |
| 2021-09-30 | 25.29% |
| 2020-09-30 | 13.20% |
| 2019-09-30 | 23.56% |
| 2018-09-30 | 29.35% |
| 2017-09-30 | 24.47% |
| 2016-09-30 | 24.91% |
| 2015-09-30 | 25.61% |
| 2014-09-30 | 24.15% |
| 2013-09-30 | 3.05% |
| 2012-09-30 | 20.13% |
| 2011-09-30 | 20.46% |
| 2010-09-30 | 18.78% |
| 2009-09-30 | 11.89% |
| 2008-09-30 | 10.76% |
| 2007-09-30 | 16.42% |
| 2006-09-30 | 16.80% |
| 2005-09-30 | 18.18% |
| 2004-09-30 | 17.61% |
| 2003-09-30 | 16.78% |
| 2002-09-30 | 16.41% |
| 2001-09-30 | 17.30% |
| 2000-09-30 | 17.27% |
| 1999-09-30 | 15.92% |
| 1998-09-30 | 15.29% |
| 1997-09-30 | 14.89% |
| 1996-09-30 | 13.74% |
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About Starbucks Corporation
Starbucks Corporation, along with its various subsidiaries, operates worldwide as a key player in roasting, marketing, and selling specialty coffee. Its business is structured into three main operating divisions: North America, International markets, and Channel Development. The company's retail outlets offer a broad assortment of coffee and tea beverages, roasted whole bean and ground coffees, single-serve options, and ready-to-drink products. Customers can also find a variety of food items, including pastries, breakfast sandwiches, and lunch selections. Furthermore, Starbucks extends its brand reach by licensing its trademarks to independently operated stores, grocery retailers, and foodservice accounts. Products are sold under well-known labels such as Starbucks, Teavana, Seattle's Best Coffee, Evolution Fresh, Ethos, Starbucks Reserve, and Princi. As of October 3, 2021, Starbucks had a significant global presence, operating 16,826 company-owned and licensed stores across North America, in addition to 17,007 similar locations internationally. The company, established in 1971, is headquartered in Seattle, Washington.
- Sector
- Consumer Cyclical
- Industry
- Restaurants
- CEO
- Brian R. Niccol