Podcasts about Luckin Coffee

On this week's Extra Serving, NRN editor in chief Sam Oches and executive editor Alicia Kelso talk about the trend of international brands growing into the U.S., which included the first U.S. opening of Luckin Coffee last week (the Chinese coffee chain has 23,000 locations globally). Will Luckin, tea concept Chagee, and other international brands like Jollibee find success with U.S. consumers even as domestic brands struggle? Then they discuss two significant earnings reports from the week: CAVA, which continues to defy the odds with a 10.8% sales increase, and Jack in the Box, which joined fellow burger chains on the struggle bus with a 4.4% sales drop. What can we learn about the state of the American restaurant industry based on these results? Then they talk about the word of the year, “uncertainty,” which has been brought up by dozens of restaurant executives during earnings season just two quarters after barely registering a blip. What's with all the uncertainty, and is there reason for hope? Finally, we share a conversation between senior food and beverage editor Bret Thorn and Brad Bergaus, corporate chef and director of menu innovation at Taco John's. For more on these stories: Starbucks China rival Luckin Coffee to make U.S. debut in New York CityJack in the Box doubles down on digital strategy despite Q2 lossesConsumer uncertainty weighs heavy on Chipotle's Q1Jollibee launches its franchising program in the U.S.

Restaurant chains are getting creative when it comes to generating traffic. McDonald's has plans to hire a lot of people this summer. And Luckin Coffee is making its debut in the U.S.

Chinese food and beverage brands are expanding in Southeast Asia, offering alternatives to American chains like Starbucks and McDonald's. The Mixue Group has become the largest food and beverage chain globally by outlet count, with over 45,000 stores, including more than 2,600 in Indonesia. The brand provides affordable items, such as a $1.10 cup of brown sugar milk tea. By December, over 6,100 Chinese food and beverage outlets opened in Southeast Asia, focusing on India and Vietnam, with significant presence in Singapore and Malaysia. Many Chinese brands, such as Haidilao hotpot and Luckin Coffee, utilize automation and effective online marketing, enhancing local partnerships. Investments like Siya Han's $1.37 million in Mixue have shown quick profitability in many locations. Customers respond positively to the variety and quality of offerings from these Chinese brands, marking a shift in perceptions of Chinese products. Learn more on this news visit us at: https://greyjournal.net/news/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Adriel Yong, Orvel Venture Partner, and Jeremy Au discussed: How eFishery Fooled Investors: They examined the elaborate scheme that allowed eFishery to inflate revenue and mislead major investors. They broke down the warning signs, such as financial irregularities, CFO departure (similar to Zilingo failure signal) and too-good-to-be-true business model that were ignored until it was too late. Informal Business Practices: They discussed how informal business practices in Indonesia contribute to the perpetuation of fraud by senior executives. Adriel shared stories of where kickbacks, inflated supplier numbers, and fraudulent financial reporting were common. They noted that many investors struggle with due diligence in Southeast Asia because operational transparency is often low, and cash-based businesses make fraud harder to detect. They contrasted the startup environment with family-owned businesses, where profitability and dividend payouts serve as stronger incentives for financial discipline. Jeremy explored why foreign founders often exit Indonesia due to ethical dilemmas. Agritech Future: With eFishery's implosion leaving a gap in the market, they analyzed whether competitors will rise or if investor confidence in the sector has been permanently damaged. They debated whether eFishery can stage a recovery similar to Luckin Coffee in China, or whether the board will write off the investment. They acknowledged the chilling effect the scandal has already had on future investments in Indonesia, agritech and Southeast Asia. Jeremy and Adriel also discussed prior fraud cases, ethical business executives and board governance. Watch, listen or read the full insight at https://www.bravesea.com/blog/efishery-agritech-implosion Get transcripts, startup resources & community discussions at www.bravesea.com WhatsApp: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VakR55X6BIElUEvkN02e TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jeremyau Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jeremyauz Twitter: https://twitter.com/jeremyau LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/bravesea English: Spotify | YouTube | Apple Podcasts Bahasa Indonesia: Spotify | YouTube | Apple Podcasts Chinese: Spotify | YouTube | Apple Podcasts Vietnamese: Spotify | YouTube | Apple Podcasts

In this enlightening clip of Market Mondays, hosts Troy Millings, Rashad Bilal, and Ian Dunlap delve deep into Meta's groundbreaking $60 billion investment strategy, focusing on AI and infrastructure development. This significant move by Meta, led by Mark Zuckerberg, has led to a remarkable rally in the company's stock, reaching all-time highs—a turnaround that has stunned many in the financial world.*Key Highlights:*1. **Meta's Strategic Shift**:The conversation kicks off with Rashad discussing Meta's doubled capex spending and their shift from the Metaverse to building real physical infrastructure. As Ian elaborates, this is not just a pivot but a calculated move aimed at securing Meta's future in the tech space.2. **Leadership and Execution**:Ian emphasizes the critical role of leadership in Meta's resurgence, likening Zuckerberg's comeback to some of the greatest in corporate history. This includes not only strategic financial decisions but also a renewed focus on robust implementations that position Meta as a leading media company with unparalleled profit margins.3. **Comparative Analysis**:Troy provides a comparative look at the spending strategies of Meta versus its competitors in the Max 7 space, including Amazon and Microsoft. He explains how Meta's in-house infrastructure allows them to spend less compared to Amazon's and Microsoft's colossal investments in capex, highlighting an interesting dichotomy in investment philosophies.4. **Impact of Deep Seek and Other Innovations**:The hosts discuss the influence of the "Deep Seek" project and other AI-related innovations on the market. They speculate on the future trajectory of these technologies, questioning their long-term efficiency and cost-effectiveness.5. **Global Perspectives and Trust Issues**:The discussion also extends to the global tech landscape, touching upon China's tech market and the skepticism surrounding financial reports from Chinese companies. Ian and Troy bring attention to historical instances like Luckin Coffee's scandal to underscore the importance of cautious optimism.6. **Future Projections**:Wrapping up, the hosts look ahead at potential outcomes for Meta and the tech industry at large. They consider how Meta's strategic investments could set a precedent for other tech giants and influence future spending in AI and infrastructure.**Join the Conversation**:This clip is a treasure trove of insights for anyone interested in the inner workings of major tech companies and investment strategies. Whether you're a tech enthusiast, an investor, or just curious about the future of AI, this discussion provides a comprehensive overview of current trends and future possibilities.Don't miss out on this in-depth analysis that not only covers Meta's strategic decisions but also offers a comparative lens on the broader tech industry. Like, share, and subscribe to Market Mondays for more engaging content and expert discussions.*#MarketMondays #MetaInvestment #AIFuture #TechStocks #MarkZuckerberg #AIInfrastructure #TechInvestments #FinancialStrategy #TechIndustryAnalysis*For the full transcript of the clip, please refer to the attached document.---Stay tuned for more groundbreaking discussions and expert insights on Market Mondays!Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/marketmondays/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

【欢迎订阅】每天早上5:30，准时更新。【阅读原文】标题:The Copycats Are Coming for China's Hit Brands正文：For years, Western companies complained about Chinese copycats. Now, the copycats are coming for Chinese companies. Starbucks's Chinese rival, Luckin Coffee has fought a long legal battle with a look-alike in Thailand that it says damages its brand. Be verage fran chise Heytea, which recently opened its first store in New York selling its signature cheese-foam tea, has faced off against its Singaporean do ppelgänger Heetea.知识点：rival /ˈraɪvl/ ~ (to sb/sth) (for sth)a person, company, or thing that competes with another in sport, business, etc.竞争对⼿• The two teams have always been rivals.这两个队⼀直是竞争对⼿。• This latest design has no rivals (= it is easily the best design available) .这种最新款式独领风骚。获取外刊的完整原文以及精讲笔记，请关注微信公众号「早安英文」，回复“外刊”即可。更多有意思的英语干货等着你！【节目介绍】《早安英文-每日外刊精读》，带你精读最新外刊，了解国际最热事件：分析语法结构，拆解长难句，最接地气的翻译，还有重点词汇讲解。所有选题均来自于《经济学人》《纽约时报》《华尔街日报》《华盛顿邮报》《大西洋月刊》《科学杂志》《国家地理》等国际一线外刊。【适合谁听】1、关注时事热点新闻，想要学习最新最潮流英文表达的英文学习者2、任何想通过地道英文提高听、说、读、写能力的英文学习者3、想快速掌握表达，有出国学习和旅游计划的英语爱好者4、参加各类英语考试的应试者（如大学英语四六级、托福雅思、考研等）【你将获得】1、超过1000篇外刊精读课程，拓展丰富语言表达和文化背景2、逐词、逐句精确讲解，系统掌握英语词汇、听力、阅读和语法3、每期内附学习笔记，包含全文注释、长难句解析、疑难语法点等，帮助扫除阅读障碍。

China’s Luckin Coffee is the nation’s top coffee retailer, overtaking even Starbucks. That would be notable itself, but less than four years ago the company filed for bankruptcy, making its comeback even more unlikely. The turnaround is in part thanks to the chain’s automated stores, cut-price deals and innovative drinks that appeal to local tastes. Today on The Big Take Asia, host K. Oanh Ha speaks with Bloomberg’s Rachel Chang on how Luckin managed to turn around its failing business to overtake Starbucks, and asks whether it can hold on to its success as coffee takes off in China, and more rivals emerge. Read more: China’s Luckin Coffee Is Back From the Brink and Beating Starbucks Further listening: What Does China’s Economic Slowdown Mean For the Communist Party? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Aktien hören ist gut. Aktien kaufen ist besser. Bei unserem Partner Scalable Capital geht's unbegrenzt per Trading-Flatrate oder regelmäßig per Sparplan. Alle weiteren Infos gibt's hier: scalable.capital/oaws. Aktien + Whatsapp = Hier anmelden. Lieber als Newsletter? Geht auch. Das Buch zum Podcast? Jetzt lesen. Die Zinsen tun dem DAX weh. Micron tut dem DAX weh. Aber wenigstens braucht KI Speicherchips. Darden ist groß, Lamb Weston geht's mies, Hims & Hers braucht wieder Engpässe. Außerdem: Zahlen von Nike & Aufträge bei Boeing, Rheinmetall & Palantir. Luckin Coffee (WKN: A2PJ6S) war günstiger und schneller als Starbucks. Das Problem: Jetzt ist Cotti Coffee schneller und günstiger als Luckin. Rund ums neue Jahr fragen sich viele, wie sie ihr Geld anlegen sollen. Aber wie machen's eigentlich die Großen? Der KENFO zeigt's euch. Diesen Podcast vom 20.12.2024, 3:00 Uhr stellt dir die Podstars GmbH (Noah Leidinger) zur Verfügung.

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The coffee industry is brewing big changes as Starbucks navigates high CEO turnover and faces a new challenge from Luckin Coffee, China's largest coffee chain. These developments signal a potential shake-up in the competitive landscape of the global coffee market. Skip Montreux and Dez Morgan report on two major developments in the coffee world. First, Skip examines Starbucks' history of leadership changes, highlighting its recent struggles with CEO turnover and the challenges of balancing innovation with operational efficiency. Dez then explores Luckin Coffee's rise to dominance in China and its ambitious plans for international expansion, including breaking into the US market in 2025. Their conversation is a great learning resource if you want to build your English listening comprehension skills and expand your business vocabulary. Key points of their discussion include: A timeline of leadership changes at Starbucks. The unintended consequences of Starbucks' mobile app. Luckin's plans to challenge Starbucks in the US market. Do you like what you hear? Become a D2B Member today for to access to our -- NEW!!!-- interactive audio scripts, PDF Audio Script Library, Bonus Vocabulary episodes, and D2B Member-only episodes. Visit d2benglish.com/membership for more information. Follow Down to Business English on Apple podcasts, rate the show, and leave a comment. Contact Skip, Dez, and Samantha at downtobusinessenglish@gmail.com Follow Skip & Dez Skip Montreux on Linkedin Skip Montreux on Instagram Skip Montreux on Twitter Skip Montreux on Facebook Dez Morgan on Twitter RSS Feed

Jianggan Li, Founder & CEO of Momentum Works, and Jeremy Au discussed: 1. Singles' Day 11/11 eCommerce: Jianggan shared his recent immersion trip to Hangzhou, where he observed China's vibrant e-commerce and live commerce sectors. With Singles' Day on November 11 approaching, he noted how this biggest shopping holiday in China has influenced shopping behaviors across Southeast Asia. Major platforms like Lazada and Shopee now promote Singles' Day regionally and have inspired monthly events like 10.10 and 9.9 sales, reflecting how Chinese shopping culture has permeated the region's markets. These frequent sales resonate with local consumers, and the rise of “payday promotions” as SEA brands continually invent new reasons to engage consumers between big sale events. This trend has raised demand for popular Chinese products, which occasionally leads to counterfeit goods, such as longjing "dragon well" tea.. He also highlights a visit to a logistics center in China, where human workers sort 3.5 million parcels daily, which rise to 8 million at peak periods, significantly contrasting Southeast Asia's relatively lower volume. 2. Trump vs. BRICS & Exporters: Reflecting on the US-China trade war, they outlined how supply chain shifts began during the 2016 Trump administration when tariffs on Chinese exports pushed some manufacturers to relocate to Vietnam and Cambodia. Although challenging, this diversification trend was essential for reducing tariff exposure and mitigating political risk. Chinese founders had to overcome frauds and scams in these frontier markets. The recent BRICS summit, with Southeast Asian nations like Malaysia, Indonesia, Vietnam, and Thailand joining as partners, highlights a shift toward a multi-polar economic strategy. A handshake between Xi Jinping and India's Prime Minister Narendra Modi at the summit indicated efforts to ease border tensions while China maintained its role as India's largest trading partner. 3. Singapore Suzhou Industrial Parks & Hangzhou: They examined the role of regional industrial parks, with a focus on the Suzhou Industrial Park, a collaboration with Singapore that set a model for attracting FDI and spurred local development. Both Jiangsu (Suzhou) and Zhejiang (Hangzhou) provinces now lead China's wealthiest regions, each with a GDP per capita of about $20,000, double the national average. Suzhou's FDI-driven approach contrasts with Zhejiang's privatized clusters, where private entrepreneurs, such as those in Yiwu, naturally formed their own industries. This economic contrast highlights how both regions have fostered complementary ecosystems, with distinct founder “vibes” reflecting diverse business cultures. Jeremy and Jianggan also discussed why China is holding off on a fiscal stimulus till America's election results, how Singaporean brands are entering America's “affordable luxury” niches which align with America's higher GDP per capita, and the expansion of Chinese brands like Luckin Coffee and Chagee into the US market. === Jianggan Li is the Founder & CEO of Momentum Works, a Singapore-headquartered venture outfit. Prior to founding Momentum Works, he co-founded Easy Taxi in Asia, and served as Managing Director of Foodpanda. He is also the co-author of the book Seeing the Unseen: Behind Chinese Tech Giants' Global Venturing. He holds an MBA from INSEAD and a degree in Computer Engineering from Nanyang Technological University. Apart from English and his native Mandarin, he is also fluent in French and conversational in Cantonese & Spanish. === Watch, listen or read the full insight at www.bravesea.com/blog/ trump-vs-brics-exporters Nonton, dengar atau baca wawasan lengkapnya di www.bravesea.com/blog/ trump-vs-brics-exporters 观看、收听或阅读全文，请访问 www.bravesea.com/blog/ trump-vs-brics-exporters Xem, nghe hoặc đọc toàn bộ thông tin chi tiết tại www.bravesea.com/blog/ trump-vs-brics-exporters

Join our Mailing List - https://www.mapitforward.coffee/mailinglistLooking to start your business as a coffee consultant? Our workshop "It's Time To Become a Coffee Consultant" is for you - https://mapitforward.coffee/workshops••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••Welcome to the 5th episode of a five-part series on The Daily Coffee Pro by the Map It Forward Podcast, hosted by Lee Safar.Our guest on the podcast in this series is Ana Donneys, a 5th generation coffee producer and CEO of Cafe Primitivo, based in Quindio, Colombia.When Ana took over the farm 6 years ago, she inherited significant debt along with the legacy of her grandfather's farm. Having studied business at university, Ana's determination to implement a business strategy for the farm focused on specialty coffee, profitability, and regenerative farming practices is seeing those decisions paying off as the C-Market hit record highs.In this series, we explore this moment of volatility in the coffee market from the perspective of the next generation of coffee farmers.The five episodes in this series are:1. Is This a Moment For Coffee Farmers? - https://youtu.be/Jbwh4wd1Rlk2. Market Volatility For Coffee Farmers - https://youtu.be/i5AbG3sWZtc3. Gen Z Coffee Farmers are Changing the Game - https://youtu.be/6cLhazaWfEE4. The Impact of the C-Market on Coffee Producers - https://youtu.be/30NTYlYhnTQ5. The Future For Coffee Farmers Is Changing - https://youtu.be/NbKinViPuF4In this episode of The Daily Coffee Pro by Map It Forward, Lee and Ana discuss the critical importance of regenerative farming for the future of coffee production amidst climate change and market volatility. The conversation covers the increasing consumer demand for high-quality coffee, the challenges of growing Arabica beans, and the potential rise of Robusta coffee. Ana shares her optimism and belief in the power of relationships and direct connections within the coffee industry. The episode also explores the impact of major market players, such as Luckin Coffee and Starbucks, on coffee prices and supply. As the coffee sector faces unprecedented changes, the emphasis on regenerative agriculture and sustaining farmer livelihoods becomes crucial. This insightful discussion aims to inform and inspire both coffee producers and consumers about the evolving landscape of the coffee industry.00:00 Introduction to Regenerative Farming00:25 Course Promotion: Become a Coffee Consultant01:04 Series Overview and Guest Introduction01:48 Future of Coffee Farming: Ana's Perspective02:34 Consumer Trends and Climate Challenges04:09 The Role of Regenerative Farming10:10 Market Indicators and Big Business Moves14:16 Predictions for the Coffee Industry23:17 The Importance of Relationships in Coffee24:59 Conclusion and Final Thoughts Connect with Ana and Cafe Primitivo here:https://www.instagram.com/cafeprimitivo/https://www.cafeprimitivocolombia.com/https://www.linkedin.com/in/anadonneys/••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••Support this podcast by supporting our Patreon:https://bit.ly/MIFPatreon••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••The Daily Coffee Pro by Map It Forward Podcast Host: Lee Safarhttps://www.mapitforward.coffeehttps://www.instagram.com/mapitforward.coffeehttps://www.instagram.com/leesafar••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••

Join our Mailing List - https://www.mapitforward.coffee/mailinglistLooking to start your business as a coffee consultant? Our workshop "It's Time To Become a Coffee Consultant" is for you - https://mapitforward.coffee/workshops••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••Welcome to the 5th episode of a five-part series on The Daily Coffee Pro by the Map It Forward Podcast, hosted by Lee Safar.Our guest on the podcast in this series is Ana Donneys, a 5th generation coffee producer and CEO of Cafe Primitivo, based in Quindio, Colombia.When Ana took over the farm 6 years ago, she inherited significant debt along with the legacy of her grandfather's farm. Having studied business at university, Ana's determination to implement a business strategy for the farm focused on specialty coffee, profitability, and regenerative farming practices is seeing those decisions paying off as the C-Market hit record highs.In this series, we explore this moment of volatility in the coffee market from the perspective of the next generation of coffee farmers.The five episodes in this series are:1. Is This a Moment For Coffee Farmers? - https://youtu.be/Jbwh4wd1Rlk2. Market Volatility For Coffee Farmers - https://youtu.be/i5AbG3sWZtc3. Gen Z Coffee Farmers are Changing the Game - https://youtu.be/6cLhazaWfEE4. The Impact of the C-Market on Coffee Producers - https://youtu.be/30NTYlYhnTQ5. The Future For Coffee Farmers Is Changing - https://youtu.be/NbKinViPuF4In this episode of The Daily Coffee Pro by Map It Forward, Lee and Ana discuss the critical importance of regenerative farming for the future of coffee production amidst climate change and market volatility. The conversation covers the increasing consumer demand for high-quality coffee, the challenges of growing Arabica beans, and the potential rise of Robusta coffee. Ana shares her optimism and belief in the power of relationships and direct connections within the coffee industry. The episode also explores the impact of major market players, such as Luckin Coffee and Starbucks, on coffee prices and supply. As the coffee sector faces unprecedented changes, the emphasis on regenerative agriculture and sustaining farmer livelihoods becomes crucial. This insightful discussion aims to inform and inspire both coffee producers and consumers about the evolving landscape of the coffee industry.00:00 Introduction to Regenerative Farming00:25 Course Promotion: Become a Coffee Consultant01:04 Series Overview and Guest Introduction01:48 Future of Coffee Farming: Ana's Perspective02:34 Consumer Trends and Climate Challenges04:09 The Role of Regenerative Farming10:10 Market Indicators and Big Business Moves14:16 Predictions for the Coffee Industry23:17 The Importance of Relationships in Coffee24:59 Conclusion and Final Thoughts Connect with Ana and Cafe Primitivo here:https://www.instagram.com/cafeprimitivo/https://www.cafeprimitivocolombia.com/https://www.linkedin.com/in/anadonneys/••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••Support this podcast by supporting our Patreon:https://bit.ly/MIFPatreon••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••The Daily Coffee Pro by Map It Forward Podcast Host: Lee Safarhttps://www.mapitforward.coffeehttps://www.instagram.com/mapitforward.coffeehttps://www.instagram.com/leesafar••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••

We've got the Chief Sandwich Officer joining us today, Ross James Howse of Bangin Sangas! No doubt you've seen him all over your feed; he's the ex-baker from Luton who's got a lot to say about Melbourne's food scene. Ross has gained a loyal following on social media with his playful sandwich tasting videos and authentic food and coffee reviews.  On today's show we're discussing Ross's ascension to sandwich connoisseur. From the highs - like getting his sandwich on the menu at Nandos - to the lows - being cancelled for a day, and Melbourne's chronic overuse of dill. Plus, Ross gets all Dr Frankenstein on us with creations like lasagna sandwiches and rice toasties.  But first! In coffee news: Luckin Coffee are planning to expand to the U.S, offering lower priced drinks than Starbucks, and matcha suppliers are setting buying limits following a huge rise in demand. Also, Rohan and Kirk have some divisive hot takes which neither can agree on (surprise surprise), we dive into the long black vs filter debate, and Ross shares his ultimate tips for eating your way around Melbourne. (keep an eye on our socials for more details about his recommendations).  If you're new here (welcome), our show dives into some of the best coffee conversations on the internet, but we will always remind ourselves at the end of the day; It's Just Coffee! Find Ross at - @banginsangas Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/banginsangas?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==  Where to find us: Rohan Cooke - @goldenbrown.coffee Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/goldenbrown.coffee?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==  Kirk Pearson - @kirkthebarista Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/kirkthebarista?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==  Want more coffee content? Follow us on instagram @itsjustcoffee or browse all of our content here. Love you for listening! Want to get in touch? Hit us up at hello@itsjustcoffeepod.com for any questions or comments. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Trump returns to the White House, Mr Modi meets President Xi in Russia. Are businesses ready to survive a world of shifting alliances and tariff threats? Back by popular requests, we're re-introducing our weekly recap format in this episode as we dive into the latest economic and political developments reshaping business strategies across borders. As the world watches the U.S. elections, many companies globally, especially cross-border businesses in Asia, are already making bold moves to adapt—with some even setting up shop in Paraguay to avoid potential tariffs.  We also discuss the evolving coffee landscape, including Luckin Coffee's and Cotti Coffee's ambitious expansion plans. Where does incumbent Starbucks stand amidst this intensifying competition? Tune in as we weigh in on operational differences, consumer behaviour, and brand strategies of coffee giants globally. 

希望音乐能够帮助大家,令到大家身心更加健康,每天都充满喜悦!!!!大家的支持就是对我们最大的鼓励,会使我们更有动力喔!!!非常感谢大家#白噪音#咖啡馆#BGM,#休息,#学习,专注,睡眠,工作,专注学习,专注工作,环境音,背景音,星巴克,西西弗,读书,阅读,white noise,coffee,#music,read,Focus on work放松和充电的好地方。借助装饰时尚的空间，您可以享受温暖而轻松的氛围，并伴随着爵士乐乐器的舒缓旋律。无论您是在工作辛苦的一天之后需要放松的地方，还是需要安静的工作空间来工作和新一天，AFE Jazz都是一个完美的选择。凭借舒缓和和平的旋律，您可以放松身心并专注于自己的工作，为新的日子带来充满积极和效率的条件。咖啡馆爵士乐，轻松的爵士乐乐器，放松身心，为积极的新日子工作Relaxing Luxurious Jazz Bizem L Hotel Lounge Jazz, Cafe Jazz, Store Music, Lounge Music L Relaxing Jazz Piano MusicYoudaoplaceholder0 ️STOP‼️ take a break how about a break? Youdaoplaceholder0 l Cozy Jazz l Jazz Jazz Piano Music For Sleep,Work,Relax L cafe Jazz and store Music모던한 카페에서 나오는 고급스러운 재즈비지엠 l 호텔 라운지 재즈 , 카페재즈, 매장음악, 라운지음악 l Relaxing Jazz Piano Music️STOP‼️좀 쉬면서 해요~ 잠깐 휴식 어때요?� l Cozy Jazz l Jazz Piano Music For Sleep,Work,Relax l 카페재즈, 매장음악

Hermes is the top fashion stock right now… but it just got sued for running a handbag hustle.Starbucks' greatest threat is Luckin Coffee… and Luckin's coming to America.Finally, airlines are required to auto-refund your canceled flight… because burdens are big.Plus, the #1 ranked bar in the world is in Mexico City… and it's ½ the price of NYC cocktails.$HESAY $LKNCY $AAL—-----------------------------------------------------Subscribe to our new (2nd) show… The Best Idea Yet: Wondery.fm/TheBestIdeaYetLinksEpisodes drop weekly. It's The Best Idea Yet.GET ON THE POD: Submit a shoutout or fact: https://tboypod.com/shoutouts FOR MORE NICK & JACK: Newsletter: https://tboypod.com/newsletter Connect with Nick: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicolas-martell/ Connect with Jack: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jack-crivici-kramer/ SOCIALS:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tboypod TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tboypodYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@tboypod Anything else: https://tboypod.com/ Subscribe to our new (2nd) show… The Best Idea Yet: Wondery.fm/TheBestIdeaYetLinksEpisodes drop weekly. It's The Best Idea Yet.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

希望音乐能够帮助大家,令到大家身心更加健康,每天都充满喜悦!!!!大家的支持就是对我们最大的鼓励,会使我们更有动力喔!!!非常感谢大家#白噪音#咖啡馆#BGM,#休息,#学习,专注,睡眠,工作,专注学习,专注工作,环境音,背景音,星巴克,西西弗,读书,阅读,white noise,coffee,#music,read,Focus on work放松和充电的好地方。借助装饰时尚的空间，您可以享受温暖而轻松的氛围，并伴随着爵士乐乐器的舒缓旋律。无论您是在工作辛苦的一天之后需要放松的地方，还是需要安静的工作空间来工作和新一天，AFE Jazz都是一个完美的选择。凭借舒缓和和平的旋律，您可以放松身心并专注于自己的工作，为新的日子带来充满积极和效率的条件。咖啡馆爵士乐，轻松的爵士乐乐器，放松身心，为积极的新日子工作Relaxing Luxurious Jazz Bizem L Hotel Lounge Jazz, Cafe Jazz, Store Music, Lounge Music L Relaxing Jazz Piano MusicYoudaoplaceholder0 ️STOP‼️ take a break how about a break? Youdaoplaceholder0 l Cozy Jazz l Jazz Jazz Piano Music For Sleep,Work,Relax L cafe Jazz and store Music모던한 카페에서 나오는 고급스러운 재즈비지엠 l 호텔 라운지 재즈 , 카페재즈, 매장음악, 라운지음악 l Relaxing Jazz Piano Music️STOP‼️좀 쉬면서 해요~ 잠깐 휴식 어때요?� l Cozy Jazz l Jazz Piano Music For Sleep,Work,Relax l 카페재즈, 매장음악

Was müsste passieren, dass die AI Bubble platzt? Was würde Pip 16-jährigen über Alternative Finanzierungsinstrumente beibringen? Wie legt man eine Abfindung sicher an? Earnings von HelloFresh und Paypal. Chinesische Kaffeeketten fordern Starbucks heraus. Wie werden wohl die GAFAM Earnings? 

希望音乐能够帮助大家,令到大家身心更加健康,每天都充满喜悦!!!!大家的支持就是对我们最大的鼓励,会使我们更有动力喔!!!非常感谢大家#白噪音#咖啡馆#BGM,#休息,#学习,专注,睡眠,工作,专注学习,专注工作,环境音,背景音,星巴克,西西弗,读书,阅读,white noise,coffee,#music,read,Focus on work放松和充电的好地方。借助装饰时尚的空间，您可以享受温暖而轻松的氛围，并伴随着爵士乐乐器的舒缓旋律。无论您是在工作辛苦的一天之后需要放松的地方，还是需要安静的工作空间来工作和新一天，AFE Jazz都是一个完美的选择。凭借舒缓和和平的旋律，您可以放松身心并专注于自己的工作，为新的日子带来充满积极和效率的条件。咖啡馆爵士乐，轻松的爵士乐乐器，放松身心，为积极的新日子工作Relaxing Luxurious Jazz Bizem L Hotel Lounge Jazz, Cafe Jazz, Store Music, Lounge Music L Relaxing Jazz Piano MusicYoudaoplaceholder0 ️STOP‼️ take a break how about a break? Youdaoplaceholder0 l Cozy Jazz l Jazz Jazz Piano Music For Sleep,Work,Relax L cafe Jazz and store Music모던한 카페에서 나오는 고급스러운 재즈비지엠 l 호텔 라운지 재즈 , 카페재즈, 매장음악, 라운지음악 l Relaxing Jazz Piano Music️STOP‼️좀 쉬면서 해요~ 잠깐 휴식 어때요?� l Cozy Jazz l Jazz Piano Music For Sleep,Work,Relax l 카페재즈, 매장음악

Ever wondered who started the reusable coffee cup revolution? We're chatting with none other than Abigail Forsyth, the Co-Founder and Managing Director of KeepCup. In 2007, after introducing reusable soup mugs at her café, Abi and her brother decided to create their own reusable coffee cup. The now-iconic KeepCup is found in over 75 countries, diverting millions of disposable cups from landfill every day. In today's episode, Abi schools Rohan and Kirk on the environmental impact of single-use cups. But here's the big question: How do you run an eco-friendly business while still selling products? Wouldn't the most sustainable option be no takeaways at all? We dive into the unfair blame placed on consumers when it comes to waste, and shift the focus toward the larger players (I'm looking at you Amazon). Plus, we explore adding surcharges to single-use cups, the impact of COVID on coffee culture, and the deflating social mood towards eco-friendly products (just let us die).  Oh, and Abigail's latest venture? Well, we may have to bleep that out!  We also touch on the boys' personal gripes—like Myki inspectors and people who order coffee while wearing headphones. Oh, and we always make time for a bit of Seinfeld talk, along with the mysterious disappearance of Kirk's Darth Vader KeepCup. In coffee news: Chinese coffee giant Luckin Coffee has just opened its 20,000th store, doubling its locations in just over a year. And El Salvador's President, Nayib Bukele, has launched a high-end coffee brand called Bean of Fire. Random? We think so too! There's so much more but you're just going to have to listen to find out.  If you're new here (welcome), our show dives into some of the best coffee conversations on the internet, but we will always remind ourselves at the end of the day; It's Just Coffee! Huge thankyou to Abigail for such a great conversation.  Explore KeepCup at: @keepcup https://au.keepcup.com/ Want more coffee content? Follow us on instagram @itsjustcoffee or browse all of our content here. Love you for listening! Want to get in touch? Hit us up at hello@itsjustcoffeepod.com for any questions or comments. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chagee has returned in Singapore (after leaving earlier this year). Their grand opening drew massive crowds, with queues stretching for over an hour. We did a poll on our WeChat, and more than 50% of respondents believe that Chagee will dominate the market. But what makes Chagee stand out in a crowded field of competitors? Tune in to the latest episode of the Impulso podcast as we delve into Chagee's business model, compare it to its competitors, explore the rise of Chinese F&B brands in the region, and discuss the fundamental challenges faced by F&B companies. Featured materials:  Momentum Works Immersions: F&B innovations Coffee in Southeast Asia, Momentum Works  Luckin Coffee opens its 20,000th store, The Low Down Bubble Tea: The business behind Southeast Asia's favorite drink, Momentum Works E76: Starbucks vs Luckin in China, who is winning?, The Impulso Podcast E63: How does Luckin Coffee open 1000 new stores every month?!, The Impulso Podcast Chapters: 0:00 Intro 0:32 Chagee reenters Singapore with grand opening 1:54 Chagee's first entrance 5:15 How will they perform after reentering 7:15 What makes Chagee stand out? 12:21 Is Luckin copying Chagee? 14:00 The story behind Chagee's founder 18:52 Bingxue in Jakarta 21:00 Singapore's saturated beverage market 24:10 What are the fundamental challenges faced by F&B players? 26:00 Dealing with different cultures 28:05 Chagee at the Paris Olympics 30:15 Momentum Works F&B immersion

Why are some restaurant chains suddenly struggling in international markets? This week's episode of the Restaurant Business podcast A Deeper Dive features Joel Silverstein. Silverstein is a periodic guest on the podcast. He is the founder and CEO of the hospitality consulting firm Canyon Springs Advisors. He has helped a lot of companies grow in overseas markets. I wanted to talk with him about the state of international development. We talk quite a bit about the state of the industry in China, where a number of U.S. chains have suddenly struggled but which are still intent on growing there. We focus particularly on the coffee market, where Starbucks is struggling as is Tim Hortons. Both are watching as several aggressive upstarts, notably Luckin Coffee, have grown rapidly with low-priced coffee. We talk about that competition and what it means for the market there. We also talk about the global economy and its impact on restaurant brands, as well as overall conditions in the U.S. It's a great conversation about international development on A Deeper Dive, so please check it out.

Luckin Coffee has opened its 20,000th store, in Beijing! This comes as no surprise as Luckin has been bold in its expansion, opening almost 1,000 every month in Q4 2023.  But how did Luckin achieve this incredible growth? Are they trying out a new business model in their 20,000th store? Tune in to the latest episode of the Impulso podcast as we dive into the data-driven strategies behind Luckin's success. Featured materials:  Momentum Works Immersions: F&B innovations Coffee in Southeast Asia, Momentum Works  Luckin Coffee opens its 20,000th store, The Low Down E76: Starbucks vs Luckin in China, who is winning?, The Impulso Podcast E63: How does Luckin Coffee open 1000 new stores every month?!, The Impulso Podcast Chapters: 0:00 Intro 0:46 Luckin Coffee Growth 3:20 Handcrafted Coffee in Beijing 4:50 Supply Chain 6:20 Luckin Products 8:05 Brand Partnerships 11:05 Competition in Singapore 13:50 Chagee 19:40 Upcoming events

China's Luckin Coffee is the nation's top coffee retailer, overtaking even Starbucks. That would be notable itself, but less than 4 years ago the company filed for bankruptcy, making its comeback even more unlikely. The turnaround is in part thanks to the chain's automated stores, cut-price deals and innovative drinks that appeal to local tastes. Today on The Big Take Asia, host K. Oanh Ha speaks with Bloomberg's Rachel Chang on how Luckin managed to turn around its failing business to overtake Starbucks, and asks whether it can hold on to its success as coffee takes off in China, and more rivals emerge. Read more: China's Luckin Coffee Is Back From the Brink and Beating Starbucks Further listening: What Does China's Economic Slowdown Mean For the Communist Party? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Manner Coffee, one of China's most popular domestic coffee brands, apologized on Friday night after a series of conflicts involving baristas and customers whose patience waned after waiting too long for their orders. The coffee chain vowed to reduce the waiting time and pay more attention to its baristas after overwhelming criticism over its intense workload placed on its employees. 6月21日，中国最受欢迎的国产咖啡品牌之一“Manner”发布微博咖啡师与顾客发生冲突表示道歉。Manner咖啡表示，此后将尽可能减少顾客等待时间，加强对咖啡师伙的日常关心，提升咖啡师的工作舒适度。"We are deeply sorry for the recently conflict between our baristas and clients…the company is highly concerned about those incidents and apologized to our customers as soon as possible in addition to speaking to the barista," Manner Coffee said in a statement on Friday.“对公司近日发生咖啡师伙伴与顾客冲突事件深表歉意。了解到相关情况后，公司高度重视，第一时间向顾客致歉，也对当事咖啡师伙伴进行了安抚。”Manner咖啡于6月21日晚的微博声明中表示。The statement came after three fights between baristas and impatient clients in recent weeks. In one of its outlets in coffee-addicted Shanghai on Monday, a customer expressed her dissatisfaction with waiting for too long and threatened to file a complaint. The female staff member, seemingly overwhelmed, lost her composure and poured coffee grounds on the face of the customer while shouting, "Go ahead, complain!"该声明发表于近几周Manner咖啡师与客户之间涉及的三场争吵。6月18日，在上海“咖啡街”的一家Manner门店里，一名顾客对等待时间过长表示不满，表示要投诉。随后女店员不知所措，情绪失控后将咖啡粉泼向顾客并说：“你去投诉吧！”Manner Coffee later confirmed that the female employee involved in the incident had been dismissed.Manner咖啡品牌方工作人员后回应此事件：涉事女员工已被辞退。In a separate incident on the same day, a customer complained about the long wait time for their order, and when the staff member suggested canceling the order, it ignited dissatisfaction among customers, culminating in a verbal dispute and a physical altercation.同天另一家Manner咖啡门店，一名顾客抱怨其订单等待时间过长，当Manner咖啡员工建议顾客取消订单时，引发了顾客的不满，最终导致了口头争执和肢体冲突。The police intervened, the staff member has apologized to the customer, and they have reached a settlement.该事件经警方介入，Manner咖啡员工已向顾客道歉，双方达成和解。The incident has sparked heated discussion on social media as many questioned whether the rapid expansion of Manner Coffee is at the sacrifice of its baristas. “Manner咖啡员工与顾客发生争执”在社交媒体上引发激烈的讨论，许多人质疑Manner咖啡的快速扩张是否是以牺牲其咖啡师为代价的。In one of the most liked comments under Manner Coffee's statement on Sina Weibo, a comment reads like: Manner is growing fast. Increase employee's salary; arrange time reasonably and increase work staff, all those costs yet they help long-term development. Hopefully Manner don't be short-sighted.在Manner咖啡所发布的微博声明中，高赞评论说道：“Manner咖啡正在快速扩张阶段，应提高员工工资，合理安排时间并增加工作人员，所有这些（沉没）成本都有助长期发展。希望Manner咖啡不要目光短浅。”Manner Coffee has rapidly expanded in recent years and currently has 1,295 company operated stores nationwide, according to media reports. It is often referred as strong rivalry of Starbucks in China due to its growing popularity and cheaper price. Manner咖啡近年来迅速扩张，在全国拥有1295家直营门店。由于较高的受欢迎程度及低廉的价格，Manner咖啡被视为星巴克在中国的强大竞争对手。However, media also reported that Manner allocates staff according to the performance of the store. For daily sales below 5,000 yuan ($688), only one person is assigned to the store, while for daily sales of 6,000 yuan and above, two people are assigned. In comparison, Starbuck, Luckin Coffee and other coffee chains in China normally allocate three to four people at the store, according to Jiemian.根据界面新闻报道，一位Manner咖啡师透露，公司会按照门店业绩分配人手，日营业额5000元以下的，一个店只派1名员工，日营业额在6000元及以上的才会派2名员工。相比之下，星巴克、瑞幸咖啡和中国其他咖啡连锁店通常会在一个店分配3-4名员工。In the statement issued on Friday, Manner Coffee said it will optimize store operation arrangements to minimize customer waiting time; and enhance customer satisfaction. Moreover, it vowed to strengthen daily care for baristas, keep communication channels open for baristas, improve their work comfort, and pay attention to their health.6月21日发表的声明中，Manner咖啡表示将“优化门店运营安排，尽可能减少顾客等待时间，提升顾客服务满意度”。官微还表示：“加强对咖啡师伙伴的日常关心，畅通咖啡师伙伴关怀通道，提升咖啡师伙伴的工作舒适度，关注咖啡师伙伴健康。”baristan. 咖啡师company operated storesn. 直营门店

Join Michelle Martin with Ryan Huang as they explore the world of director deals and institutional trades in the property sector. Both discuss notable trades by directors at City Developments, Centurion, Hiap Hoe, Hong Lai Huat, and Stamford Land, and analyze Warren Buffett's increasing stake in Occidental Petroleum through Berkshire Hathaway. They also cover Keith Gill's return to social media and its impact on GameStop shares. In market news, Michelle and Ryan look at the performance of tech giants Microsoft, Nvidia, and Apple, and examine Saudi Aramco's new share offering. Finally, they review the exposure of UBS, Citigroup, DBS, OCBC, and UOB to a major money laundering case in Singapore.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This is the 5th episode of a five-part series on The Daily Coffee Pro by Map It Forward Podcast, hosted by Map It Forward founder, Lee Safar.Our guest for this series is David Yan from China-based equipment manufacturer Sino Wolf in Shanghai. In this series, Lee and David are discussing "The Fast Evolving Coffee Scene In China"In this episode of the podcast series, David and Lee delve into the future of the global coffee scene, highlighting the uniqueness of China's market model, comparisons with other countries, and the potential impacts on local and international café culture. The conversation touches on topics such as business strategies, market competition, consumer behavior, and the coffee value proposition, drawing parallels to car sharing apps and detailing the aggressive expansion of coffee chains like Luckin Coffee. Ultimately, the episode examines the evolving coffee culture in China and its implications for the global industry, offering insights into market dynamics, consumer trends, and the challenges of sustaining traditional café models amid rapid innovation and competition.00:00 Introduction and Sponsorship00:49 Final episode intro01:19 Exploring the Coffee Industry's Future in China02:15 The Rise of Coffee Culture in Non-Western Regions03:08 The Business Model Evolution in China's Coffee Industry05:50 Comparing Luckin and Starbucks in China16:24 Adapting to Consumer Preferences and the Future of Coffee Culture21:26 Reflections and Closing RemarksConnect with David Yan on LinkedIn at http://linkedin.com/in/davidyanwei•••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• The Daily Coffee Pro by Map It Forward Podcast Host: Lee Safar https://www.mapitforward.coffee https://www.instagram.com/mapitforward.coffee https://www.instagram.com/leesafar ••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••

Both Starbucks and Luckin Coffee recently unveiled their Q1 2024 earnings, eliciting varied market responses.   In China, Starbucks faced a challenging quarter with comparable store sales declining by 11%, attributed to an 8% drop in average ticket sales. Meanwhile, Luckin has stayed committed to rapid expansion, opening over 2,000 stores in Q1, albeit at a slower pace than usual. Who is winning in China's competitive coffee scene?   Tune in as we delve into the latest results of these two coffee giants, the evolving landscape of coffee consumption in China, and examine the competitive dynamics between traditional giants and agile disruptors in the digital age.   Featured materials:  Coffee in Southeast Asia, Momentum Works Sip, Innovate, Repeat: Immersive Workshop, Momentum Works  E63: How does Luckin Coffee open 1000 new stores every month?!, The Impulso Podcast E65: Will health labels reduce bubble tea consumption? The Luckin x Moutai partnership that sold 5 mil cups of coffee in one day, ThelowDown

This is the 5th episode of a five-part series on The Daily Coffee Pro by Map It Forward Podcast, hosted by Map It Forward founder, Lee Safar.Our guest for this series is David Yan from China-based equipment manufacturer Sino Wolf in Shanghai. In this series, Lee and David are discussing "The Fast Evolving Coffee Scene In China"In this episode of the podcast series, David and Lee delve into the future of the global coffee scene, highlighting the uniqueness of China's market model, comparisons with other countries, and the potential impacts on local and international café culture. The conversation touches on topics such as business strategies, market competition, consumer behavior, and the coffee value proposition, drawing parallels to car sharing apps and detailing the aggressive expansion of coffee chains like Luckin Coffee. Ultimately, the episode examines the evolving coffee culture in China and its implications for the global industry, offering insights into market dynamics, consumer trends, and the challenges of sustaining traditional café models amid rapid innovation and competition.00:00 Introduction and Sponsorship00:49 Final episode intro01:19 Exploring the Coffee Industry's Future in China02:15 The Rise of Coffee Culture in Non-Western Regions03:08 The Business Model Evolution in China's Coffee Industry05:50 Comparing Luckin and Starbucks in China16:24 Adapting to Consumer Preferences and the Future of Coffee Culture21:26 Reflections and Closing RemarksConnect with David Yan on LinkedIn at http://linkedin.com/in/davidyanwei•••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• The Daily Coffee Pro by Map It Forward Podcast Host: Lee Safar https://www.mapitforward.coffee https://www.instagram.com/mapitforward.coffee https://www.instagram.com/leesafar ••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••

Labor Market payrolls Nonfarm payrolls increased by 175,000 in the month of April. While this was well below the estimate of 240,000, this may actually be a big positive. Having that type of growth still shows the labor market is on good footing, but to combat the Fed's inflation concerns it's nice to see a labor market that is not too hot. Previous revisions also weren't major considering March was revised up by 12,000 to a gain of 315,000 and February was revised lower by 34,000 to a gain of 236,000. Areas of strength included health care and social assistance (+87K), transportation and warehousing (+20.1K), and retail trade (+20.1K). Some areas actually saw minor losses including mining and logging (-3K), professional and business services (-4K), and information (-8K). With wage inflation being a major concern, I'd say the biggest data point was average hourly earnings growth of 3.9% missed the expectation of 4.0%. This was a decline from March's reading of 4.1% and actually marked the lowest reading since the Fed starting hiking interest rates in 2022. Overall, I was quite pleased with the job numbers as I believe it shows a cooling labor market that remains healthy.   Job Openings At the end of March job openings totaled 8.5 million. This missed the estimate of 8.7 million and was lower compared to the previous month's reading of 8.8 million. Compared to last year, job openings were down 1.1 million. While this all sounds like bad news, I believe this is a positive. To start, pre-covid we had never seen a reading of over 8 million job openings, which means there is still plenty of available work for those that are looking. Also, when there were too many available jobs it created more competition for workers, which many times leads to wage pressures and in theory puts pressure on inflation. The labor market has remained resilient, but I believe we need to continue to see some softening to assist with inflationary concerns. This report came after the employment cost index spooked markets as it rose 1.2% in the first three months of the year versus an expectation of 1%. Compared to last year's first quarter, wages and benefits rose 4.2%, which matched Q4's reading and is off the multidecade high of 5.1% in 2022. Wages make up about 70% of employment costs and they increased 4.3% compared to last year, while benefit costs increased 3.7%. One other note to consider is that union workers saw a larger increase than non-union employees in the quarter. As we lap the impact from the union negotiations that concluded late last year, we will likely see a smaller increase from union jobs in the report.   Microsoft and OpenAI I'm very curious to see how lawsuits against Microsoft and OpenAI over copyright infringement play out. Late last year the New York Times announced a lawsuit and now eight newspaper publishers in California, Colorado, Illinois, Florida, Minnesota, and New York have claimed Microsoft and OpenAI used millions of their articles without payment or permission. All eight publishers fall under the ownership of hedge fund Alden Global Capital and include names like the Denver Post, Chicago Tribune, and the New York Daily News. “The current GPT-4 LLM will output near-verbatim copies of significant portions of the publishers' works when prompted to do so,” the complaint said. It also showed several examples of ChatGPT and the Copilot allegedly doing so. If these companies are able to win, I worry it could open the floodgates and other content providers could then claim the same infractions. ChatGPT also received more bad news with competitor Anthropic announcing its first enterprise offering and a free iPhone app. Anthropic was founded by ex-OpenAI research executives and has backers that include Amazon, Google, and Salesforce. Its Claude 3 model can reportedly summarize up to about 150,000 words and convert the large data sets into summaries in the form of a memo, letter or story. For comparison, ChatGPT can handle about 3,000 words. Overall, the AI space remains very early on to try and pick winners and I believe many investors will be disappointed a few years down the road as they unfortunately picked the wrong horse to bet on.   Starbucks Have you not been drinking as much Starbucks as you used to? The 52 week high for the stock is $109.72, but after reporting earnings the stock fell to $74.44. This was a 32.2% drop from the high. The company is struggling with their competitor in China, Luckin Coffee, and Starbucks saw a 11% decline in same store sales year over year. Starbucks has ambitious plans to roll out new beverages and increase their efficiency to bring back lost customers. Investors should note that there are union negotiations going on for 410 stores in the US, which could increase their labor cost and perhaps slow down their efficiency. In my opinion, even with this pull back it's still not a bargain as it still trades at almost 20 times earnings. We will do an analysis of Starbucks during our radio show and podcast on Saturday, May 11th after the numbers settle down and we can better view the company going forward.   Stocks Discussed: Tesla (TSLA), Albemarle (ALB), Manpower (MAN) and Ford (F)

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In Luckin Coffee's latest 2023 Q4 report, the company revealed that it opened 2,975 stores in Q4 - almost 1,000 stores every month.    The report also unveiled that Luckin has overtaken Starbucks in terms of sales in China. But is Starbucks genuinely their primary competitor in China? If not, who holds the title of Luckin's main competitor in China?   In this episode, we are joined by our in-house coffee expert, Weihan. Together, we dive into: The rationale and methodologies driving the rapid expansions of both Luckin and Cotti; Luckin's success in digitalisation and data collection, as well as the feasibility of other brands replicating such a model; Some key considerations for coffee (or F&B) brands as they expand out of China into Southeast Asia.  Featured materials: Coffee in Southeast Asia, Momentum Works Sip, Innovate, Repeat: Immersive Workshop, Momentum Academy We did a poll with 1,300 community members on Luckin's performance in Singapore, TheLowDown Luckin's latest Singapore outlet mirrors its China stores, TheLowDown “Disgraced” Luckin founder started a new coffee chain in China, TheLowDown  

Although the first quarter is usually one of the highest-performing times of the year for Starbucks — including both pumpkin spice and red cup season — Starbucks saw a traffic downturn for the quarter ended Dec. 31, 2023, with North America comparable sales up only 5%, driven mostly by menu price increases.During the Starbucks earnings call on Tuesday, CEO Laxman Narasimhan pointed to the Israel-Palestine conflict as a source of friction in both the Middle Eastern markets and in the U.S., where there have been calls for boycotts of Starbucks from supporters on both sides of the conflict. Narasimhan also explained that slower spending in China contributed to headwinds for the quarter — an issue that was highlighted by Luckin Coffee overtaking Starbucks as the number one coffee chain in China this November.

My guest today is Howard Lindzon. It's impossible to summarize Howard's resume, but he's best known for founding StockTwits and as a private and public market investor. We start this conversation with a hilarious story of his early career at CBS. We then talk about a variety of other topics, like saying no when Fred Wilson brought him the Twitter deal, his investing philosophy, the degen economy, and a lot more. Please enjoy this conversation with the one and only Howard Lindzon. For the full show notes, transcript, and links to the best content to learn more, check out the episode page here. ----- Making Markets is a property of Colossus, LLC. For more episodes of Making Markets, visit joincolossus.com/episodes. Stay up to date on all our podcasts by signing up to Colossus Weekly, our quick dive every Sunday highlighting the top business and investing concepts from our podcasts and the best of what we read that week. Sign up here. Follow us on Twitter: @makingmkts | @ericgoldenx Editing and post-production work for this episode was provided by The Podcast Consultant (https://thepodcastconsultant.com). Show Notes (00:00:00) Welcome to Making Markets (00:01:48) First Question - He explains the acquisition of WallStrip to CBS (00:04:27) How he was phantom fired from CBS   (00:04:58) Comedy and his career path background  (00:07:41) Why he likes comedians   (00:09:49) How he plays the social media game well (00:11:15) Fred Wilson and the early days of Youtube (00:12:13 Going from TheStreet to Twitter (00:16:28) The trade off of sharing investment pros and cons publicly on Stocktwits  (00:18:45) His public investment process versus his private investment process (00:21:31) He explains how the market is rigged (00:23:58) Passing on the opportunity to invest in early Twitter  (00:26:38) The Cabal and the investment process  (00:29:32) Founder scenarios that keep him from making deals   (00:35:10) Network effects amongst sharing venture capital and how it works   (00:38:41) Advice he has for new founders looking for venture capitalists (00:42:24) Support and advice for his family wanting to found startups  (00:44:18) Challenges and joys in private and public investing  (00:47:58) He explains the rich man, angry man, degenerate man investment theme (00:51:17) Sports betting and it's market effects  (00:53:18) His view on crypto investments and Mt. Gox  (00:57:19) The Luckin Coffee fraud and his opinion on market opportunities   (01:00:49) His optimism for the future  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Alle Infos zu ausgewählten Werbepartnern findest du hier.  Das Buch zum Podcast? JETZT BESTELLEN.  Lieber als Newsletter? Geht auch.  Größter ETF der Welt wird immer größer. Superdry wird immer kleiner. Affirm profitiert von der Walmart-Größe. Und die UBS profitiert von ihrer Wealth-Management-Größe, die Investoren anlockt und Hoffnung auf eine Kursverdopplung macht. Ob Schönheitschirurgie immer sinnvoll ist, kann man in Frage stellen. Fakt ist, dass Schönheitschirurgie fast immer ein gutes Geschäft ist. M1 Kliniken (WKN: A0STSQ) ist der Beweis. Luckin Coffee (WKN: A2PJ6S) ist mittlerweile größer als Starbucks, hat mehr als 10.000 Läden und setzt jetzt auf einen Schnaps-Caffè-Latte. Diesen Podcast vom 20.12.2023, 3:00 Uhr stellt dir die Podstars GmbH (Noah Leidinger) zur Verfügung. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In episode 40 of The Impulso Podcast, we invited our in-house expert Weihan to talk about the newly released “Coffee in Southeast Asia 2023” report.  Southeast Asia's modern coffee market has grown significantly in recent years, estimated at US$3.4 billion in 2023. Indonesia and Thailand lead with turnovers of US$947 million and US$807 million respectively. The market is attracting investors and large chains, both local and multinational, looking to enter or expand in the region. The success of Luckin Coffee in 2018–2019 has also spurred a rise in tech-enabled coffee chains.  In this episode, we talk about: - growth opportunities for players - key factors necessary to succeed in a saturated market - why some chains achieve superficial differentiation - finally, introducing the Frappuccino index - an easy-to-digest, light-hearted approximation of the complex economic conditions and consumer behavior across key global cities Tune in and enjoy!   Featured this week: Coffee in Southeast Asia report - Coffee in Southeast Asia: Modernising retail of the daily beverage (Free until Nov 30th) | Momentum Works

The China-based coffee chain quickly skyrocketed in popularity, quickly passing Starbucks in China. But an accounting scam and inflated profit numbers would quickly derail the popular coffee chain. Would they be able to recover from the scandal?

Shiyan Koh, Managing Partner of Hustle Fund, and I talked about three main topics: 1. Layoffs and Market Exits: Shiyan and I talked about the recent wave of layoffs: Biofourmis (45 staff in Singapore, and at least 85 staff globally) and Flash Coffee (closed all 11 Singapore outlets). We agreed on the importance of executing layoffs decisively, advocating for a single, well-planned and deep cut rather than a drawn-out process of multiple cuts. We touched upon the necessity of transparent communication, ensuring that the remaining team members are well-informed and supported throughout the transition, and highlighted the importance of agility in uncertain times. 2. Tech-Enabled D2C Consumer: We explored tech-enabled food services and analyzed the industry's financial intricacies, distribution challenges, and competitive landscape. We debated how coffee chains utilize tech not only in processing orders, how they choose locations, and differentiate in markets already saturated with traditional coffee chains. We talked about Luckin Coffee's unique model, which requires customers to download an app before placing an order, a strategy that streamlines the ordering process and serves customer acquisition and data collection, allowing it to better tailor its offerings and marketing strategies. 3. AI Productivity Transformation: We discussed EU's aim for AI regulations, similar to its GDPR for data privacy, vs. ASEAN's recently-stated hands-off approach, letting each country decide its own path. We also discussed the difficulty of halting AI development and pointed out the practical issues of enforcing regulations. We were skeptical about JPMorgan CEO Jamie Dimon's forecast of a 3.5 day workweek due to AI. While AI enhances productivity, it also intensifies competition, ultimately transforming entire industries rather than individual jobs. We also talked about AI bots and how they can already emulate the conversational style of specific individuals like Jason Calacanis and brainstormed possibilities like historical fiction podcasts featuring debates between figures like Napoleon and Gandhi. We also touched upon the NASDAQ performance of the MoneyHero SPAC (Seedly), authenticity and value of human error and spontaneity in content creation, suggesting that there might still be a preference for “artisanal podcasters”, the necessity of continuous learning and adaptation, the ethical dimensions of AI deployment, fostering innovation while ensuring data privacy and the strategies for maintaining balance and humanity in the fast-paced tech world. Watch, listen or read the full insight at https://www.bravesea.com/blog/flash-coffee-layoffs Get transcripts, startup resources & community discussions at www.bravesea.com WhatsApp: https://chat.whatsapp.com/CeL3ywi7yOWFd8HTo6yzde Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4TnqkaWpTT181lMA8xNu0T YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@JeremyAu Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/sg/podcast/brave-southeast-asia-tech-singapore-indonesia-vietnam/id1506890464 Google Podcasts: https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkLnBvZC5jby9icmF2ZWR5bmFtaWNz TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jeremyau Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jeremyauz Twitter: https://twitter.com/jeremyau LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/bravesea Learn more about Ringkas here: https://www.ringkas.co.id

On Episode 32 of Trends with Friends — Howard Lindzon, Phil Pearlman, Ram Ahluwalia and Riley Rosebee review Higher for Longer, Reading Sentiment, the Nuclear Renaissance, AI's First Inning, Price Relative Strength Meets Social and Luckin Coffee's Come Back.  Like and Subscribe if you enjoy the show. Chapters (0:00) Intro (1:08) Eyes Automatize (2:32) Welcome Ram Ahluwalia (3:39) What is Lumida Wealth? (5:07) Higher for Longer (11:00) Great Depression Headlines (11:50) Reading Sentiment  (14:44) US Dollar Deep Dive (17:36) The DeDollarization Hedge (22:07) Howie's Heebie-Jeebies (22:17) Micro Nuclear Reactors (25:47) Nuclear Renaissance (29:19) The Confluence of Fundamentals + Technicals (31:26) AI's First Inning (34:32) The Semiconductor Cycle (38:56) Simple Uranium Exposure (43:05) India Banks + Travel (44:17) Price Relative Strength Meets Social (48:28) Tesla's Trick (52:09) Prospect Theory + Socio Behavioral Economics (58:40) Luckin Coffee's Come Back Featured Links Lumida Wealth Newsletter Howie's Momentum Lists Luckin Coffee's Come Back Chart Summit  2023 Replay  Follow Us on Twitter Howard Lindzon Ram Ahluwalia Phil Pearlman Riley Rosebee --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/trends-with-friends/message

------------------------------- 強化英語課程資訊 ------------------------------- 「社會人核心英語」有聲書課程連結：https://15minsengcafe.pse.is/554esm ------------------------------- 15Mins.Today 相關連結 ------------------------------- 歡迎針對這一集留言你的想法： 留言連結 官方網站：www.15mins.today 加入Clubhouse直播室：https://15minsengcafe.pse.is/46hm8k 訂閱YouTube頻道：https://15minsengcafe.pse.is/3rhuuy 主題投稿/意見回覆 : ask15mins@gmail.com 商業合作/贊助來信：15minstoday@gmail.com ------------------------------- 以下有參考文字稿～ 各播放器有不同字數限制，完整文稿可到官網搜尋 ------------------------------- 國際時事跟讀 Ep.K647: Luckin Coffee Sets Sales Record with 5.4 Million Moutai Alcohol-Infused Lattes Sold in a Day Luckin Coffee made headlines as it announced a remarkable achievement, selling an astonishing 5.42 million cups of its newly introduced alcohol-infused latte in collaboration with Kweichow Moutai, marking an all-time high in sales for the Chinese coffee chain. This achievement has significantly surpassed their previous successful product launches, including a cheese latte that managed to sell 1.31 million cups on its debut day and a coconut cloud latte with 660,000 cups sold. 瑞幸咖啡因宣布一項驚人的成就而登上頭條新聞：與貴州茅台合作推出的全新酒調拿鐵，僅在首日就售出了驚人的542萬杯，創下了中國連鎖咖啡店銷售的歷史新高。這個成績明顯超越了他們之前成功推出的產品，包括在首日售出了131萬杯的起士拿鐵，以及一款售出了66萬杯的椰雲拿鐵。 The star of the show, the "sauce-flavored latte," priced at 38 yuan ($5.23), witnessed an immediate surge in popularity when Luckin Coffee decided to offer it at a promotional price of 19 yuan on its first day. This pricing strategy sent shockwaves through Chinese social media platforms, resulting in a frenzy among coffee enthusiasts. Consequently, the demand for this unique beverage was so overwhelming that it quickly sold out in numerous Luckin Coffee outlets across Beijing and Shanghai within a matter of hours. 這款明星產品名為「醬香拿鐵」，定價為38元（5.23美元），當瑞幸咖啡決定在首日以19元的促銷價提供時，立即引起了廣泛熱潮。這種定價策略在中國社交媒體平台上掀起了轟動，引發了咖啡愛好者的狂熱。因此，對這款獨特飲品的需求非常巨大，以至於它在北京和上海的眾多瑞幸咖啡門市在幾個小時內迅速售罄。 Kweichow Moutai, renowned as China's national liquor, is a potent, colorless spirit traditionally reserved for special occasions and banquets. Drinkers often describe the flavor and aroma of Kweichow Moutai's version as reminiscent of soy sauce, giving this collaboration an intriguing twist by incorporating it into a coffee latte. Remarkably, despite its unconventional nature, this fusion has proven immensely popular among consumers, propelling Luckin Coffee to unprecedented success. 貴州茅台被譽為中國的國酒，是一種強勁的無色烈酒，傳統上保留給特殊場合和宴會飲用。品酒者常常形容貴州茅台的風味和香氣讓人想到醬油，這使得將其融入拿鐵咖啡成為一個創新有趣的嘗試。值得注意的是，儘管這種融合非傳統，但在消費者中卻非常受歡迎，使瑞幸咖啡取得了前所未有的成功。 It's important to note that the companies behind this innovative beverage have emphasized that the alcohol content in the latte is less than 0.5% of its total volume, ensuring it remains within the permissible limits for general consumption. The 100 million yuan ($13.72 million) in sales generated on the first day underscores not only the Chinese market's appetite for unique and creative culinary experiences but also the potential for further unconventional beverage collaborations. This milestone firmly cements Luckin Coffee's position as a trailblazer in the ever-evolving world of coffee and beverage innovation. 值得注意的是，開發這款創新飲品的公司強調，拿鐵中的酒精含量低於其總體體積的0.5％，確保其保持在一般消費的允許限度內。首日創造的1億元人民幣（13.72百萬美元）銷售額不僅凸顯了中國市場對獨特和創意烹飪體驗的渴望，也彰顯了進一步推展非傳統飲品合作的潛力。這個里程碑牢固地鞏固了瑞幸咖啡在不斷發展的咖啡和飲品創新領域中的先鋒地位。 Reference article: https://www.reuters.com/business/retail-consumer/chinas-luckin-sells-54-mln-moutai-alcohol-infused-lattes-day-2023-09-05/

主播：梅莉 | Wendi歌曲 ：Fake今天，我们聊一个近期热点话题——瑞幸新品“酱香拿铁”。1. “酱香拿铁”英语怎么说国外新闻媒体大多用的是“sauce-flavored latte” 。Latte是拿铁咖啡，sauce就是我们平时吃的调味酱，比方说chili sauce，辣椒酱，flavor就是香味或者味道的意思，那sauce-flavored就是有这种酱香味道的。你也可以直接说，Moutai-flavored latte，茅台风味的拿铁咖啡。茅台的英文名也挺有意思的，不是用的“茅”的拼音，而是Mou, Moutai。2. 酱香拿铁怎么那么火？It is a collaboration between the two Chinese beverage giants—Luckin Coffee and Moutai.它是中国两大beverage giants（饮品行业的巨头）的collaboration（联名）。这个新品一经上市，it was an instant hit（瞬间大火）。每天都有特别多的人去买，根本就抢不到，每天很早就显示已售罄。• beverage /ˈbevərɪdʒ/ n. 饮料• giant /ˈdʒaɪənt/ n. 大公司• collaboration /kəˌlæbəˈreɪʃ(ə)n/ n. 协作，合作It really created so much buzz on social media. 它在社交媒体上引起了很多轰动。And there are also so many hashtags on Weibo. 微博上有好多关于这个酱香拿铁的hashtag(话题)，每一个点击率都超高！Collaboration（联名）真的是a fresh and innovative way to make their product popular again（让产品变得流行的很创新的一种方式），这样做，对于联名的品牌彼此，达到了 win-win（双赢）。茅台近两年可没少搞联名。他们在2021年的时候推出了Moutai flavored ice cream（茅台冰淇凌），当时也是大获成功。They have been sold in over 160 Chinese cities，卖出了1000万杯。肯德基最近也和茅台出了联名，宣传语是“美酒加炸鸡，就爱KFC” 。“酱香拿铁”走红后，9月16日，茅台官宣与德芙推出酒心巧克力。看得出来，they are really trying to change the diversity of their products now （他们现在真的在努力改变他们产品的多样性），而且，取得的效果都很好。• diversity /daɪˈvɜ:rsəti/ n. 多样性3. 酱香拿铁——烈酒加咖啡国外媒体在报道的时候，说:Luckin is adding the fiery liquor to its lattes. 瑞幸咖啡里加了fiery liquor（烈酒）。fiery来自fire火这个词，那用fiery来形容食物或者酒就说明这个食物很辣，好像舌头着火了一样。• fiery /ˈfaɪəri/ adj. 激烈的；火热的• liquor /ˈlɪkər/ n. 烈性酒还报道说： Luckin coffee and Moutai have collaborated on a new product that spices up Luckin's coffee with Moutai baijiu.瑞幸咖啡和茅台合作开发了一种新产品，里面加入了茅台白酒。spicy up 这个用法很好，给……加味，让它变得有吸引力，或者更美味。比如说，you have a plain glass of water，你想让它变得好喝，you might add some flavorings like lemon to spice it up。酱香拿铁中加的茅台度数很高，it's a very strong liquor，但是瑞幸官方说里面的酒精浓度是低于0.5度的。虽然度数很低，但是官方还是不建议未成年人、孕妇以及驾驶人员饮用，据说这个酒精含量还是会被查出酒驾的。4. 咖啡与酒，哪个更受欢迎？中老年人会喝白酒多一些，年轻人也会喝酒，但是很少喝白酒，it is usually served in important gatherings（喝的话也是在重要的场合）。对于年轻人来说，咖啡是比较受欢迎的。Younger Chinese consumers definitely drink more coffee than Baijiu. 所以，这也就能解释，为什么the collaboration between Luckin Coffee and Moutai会那么成功了。在网上有个很火的词叫“早C晚A”，C stands for coffee and A for alcohol, 所以“早C晚A”就是说现在的年轻人早上喝咖啡晚上喝酒，当然喝酒一般都是小酌一杯休息一下。[之前我们做过关于外国咖啡文化的节目，大家感兴趣的话，可以在我们往期节目中搜索“咖啡”了解一下。]5. 外国人喜欢白酒吗？中国的白酒可不是the White Wine，White Wine refers to 白葡萄酒，而我们的白酒是Chinese Baijiu。中国的白酒根据酿造的原材料的不同有很多种不同的香型（aroma），分为： rice aroma 米香型light aroma 淡（清）香型strong aroma 浓香型sauce aroma 酱香型主播梅莉说，她见到的foreigners还没有几个会喜欢白酒的， because it's too strong（度数太高了）。大家可以在评论区给我们留言，分享你对酱香拿铁的想法。M: Until next time! Bye bye!W: Bye!

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In this in-depth episode, we delve into the captivating journey of Luckin Coffee, exploring their strategic evolution from the voucher stage to becoming a coffee sensation in China.  Luckin initially focused on selling coffee culture but quickly realized the key to their success lay in meeting Chinese consumers' demands for authentic coffee flavors. Notably, their coconut latte emerged as the most popular drink, catapulting their popularity to new heights. However, amidst their success, Luckin faced a setback due to a fraud issue, leading to a lawsuit and the eventual removal of their original founder. Yet, his entrepreneurial spirit didn't wane, as the same founder went on to launch another venture - Cotti Coffee. Meanwhile, Starbucks, a giant in the global coffee industry, stood as a formidable competitor with its unique selling point of offering more than just coffee; it provided an unparalleled experience and ambience synonymous with meeting for coffee. The customer experience at Starbucks and Luckin differs significantly, as the spaces each company creates cater to distinct preferences and moods. Explore the fascinating details of how ordering from these coffee titans differs; with Luckin, it's an app-exclusive process with no cashiers involved, ensuring swift order-to-delivery service. Furthermore, we question whether customers genuinely prioritize coffee taste or if other factors take precedence in their choices. Unearth the pricing dynamics between Starbucks and Luckin in Singapore, where the price point is quite similar, albeit Starbucks may marginally outprice Luckin. However, Luckin competes with a plethora of vouchers to entice customers. Interestingly, Luckin's semi-machine customization contrasts Starbucks' more flexible approach. Discover the strategic locations of these coffee powerhouses; while Starbucks enjoys the flexibility of choosing various locations, Luckin positions itself in central and convenient spots for maximum visibility and accessibility. For more on what we've discussed today, refer to “Sip, Innovate, Repeat” below.   Referenced in this episode: “Disgraced” Luckin founder started a new coffee chain in China https://thelowdown.momentum.asia/disgraced-luckin-founder-started-a-new-coffee-chain-in-china/   Luckin Coffee sold more than 2000 cups on its opening day https://thelowdown.momentum.asia/luckin-coffee-sold-more-than-2000-cups-on-its-opening-day/   Sip, Innovate, Repeat - Lessons on Innovation https://www.momentum.academy/workshops-simulations-1/sip%2C-innovate%2C-repeat---lessons-on-innovation-

Coming to you from the masterminds behind Poober and eBay for human organs, we bring you the Toasted Zebra! Inspired by Carson's own wife, Freddy introduces their latest business idea - the Lululemon of women's drinking helmets. Once the excitement fades, Krista and Freddy take us down a long line of depressing news developments. From touchdown dances celebrating the takeout of one of Muddy Waters' short targets, to the PGA/LIV golf merger, and Instagram's algos promoting child pornography; it's been a rough few weeks. While Crispin Odey has run out of second, third or even tenth chances, we do learn that not everyone is out of strikes. The Luckin Coffee founder is back with, yes, another coffee chain.