Overview
- Starbucks Workers United says roughly 2,500 baristas are picketing at about 120 stores in 85 cities, a count the company challenges.
- Starbucks reports about 55 stores were affected and says 29 of the original striking locations have reopened, with 99% of U.S. stores operating.
- The company cites minimal disruption and says this year’s Red Cup Day was the biggest sales day in its history.
- The union’s demands focus on more reliable hours, higher take-home pay, and remedies for alleged unfair labor practices, with over 100 new ULP filings in 2025 according to the union.
- Negotiations are not currently active after nearly 200 hours and more than 30 tentative agreements earlier this year, and the union says it has had no company contact since the walkout began.