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Paradoxically, the mayor is pushing a campaign that could financially cripple a company vital to funding those very services. If Starbucks pulls out of New York City—already happening with over 50 stores closed—losses could reach up to $70-80 million annually for the city. Beyond immediate revenue, the ripple effects threaten nearby businesses, property values, and the entire local economy, with estimated damages of over a quarter of a billion dollars.