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While Starbucks still maintains a vast presence—especially in bustling urban centers—it faces stiff competition both domestically and internationally. Its traditional model, built on comfort, community, and consistency, has been upended by societal shifts toward individualism, convenience, and price sensitivity.
Whether Starbucks can reinvent itself to align with today's consumer preferences remains to be seen. The company's past success was driven by its innovative vision and understanding of social rituals—traits that may now need a new approach amid persistent economic headwinds and a rapidly changing cultural landscape.