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Starbucks reportedly exploring Chipotle takeover
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PUBLISHEDOct 8, 2026, 5:35 PM
What the source reports
Move would reunite chief executive Brian Niccol with chain he led before joining coffee company two years ago Starbucks has explored a takeover of Chipotle Mexican Grill, the Financial Times reported on Thursday, in a move that would reunite chief executive Brian Niccol with the burrito chain he led before joining the coffee giant two years ago.
The potential deal comes as restaurant chains wrestle with uncertain demand…
Main source: The Guardian Business
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