We have recently shared an article titled 16 Stocks Discussed by Jim Cramer Where He Suggested OpenAI Might Outperform Major Tech Companies. Among these, Starbucks Corporation (NASDAQ:SBUX) was a key stock mentioned by Cramer.
Starbucks Corporation (NASDAQ:SBUX) frequently appears on Cramer’s morning show, particularly due to the ongoing transformation led by CEO Brian Niccol. In recent developments, Niccol revealed plans for the company to lay off 900 staff members and close certain underperforming locations as part of their restructuring efforts. Following this announcement, Cramer offered an in-depth analysis of the situation, suggesting that Niccol is prioritizing traditional coffee house models by closing locations that diverge from this vision. Cramer expressed support for Starbucks’ CEO, affirming that Niccol is not one to “throw people under the bus,” which influenced his decision to delay the layoffs. He acknowledged that some investors are struggling to maintain optimism surrounding Starbucks Corporation (NASDAQ:SBUX):
“We have to wait and see what unfolds with Starbucks. There are many betting against Brian, Brian Niccol lately. It seems the excitement has started to wane there.”
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