Starbucks Corporation, globally known as Starbucks, is an international coffeehouse chain listed on the NASDAQ stock exchange. Founded in 1971 in Seattle, Washington, USA, it is considered the largest coffee retailer in the world, with over 35,000 locations in 70 countries.

Starbucks offers coffee and experiences in addition to beverages and a variety of snacks. It also sells coffee-related products such as mugs, thermoses, and whole bean coffee, as well as books, music CDs, and movies. Its coffeehouses are typically located in high-traffic areas, including airports, shopping malls, historic centers, museums, universities, and more.