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  • Starbucks CEO, Laxman Narasimhan, after just two years at the helm
  • Starbucks shares jumped over 20% after the announcement
  • Now, replacing Narasimhan is Brian Niccol, the former CEO of Chipotle

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Starbucks CEO Laxman Narasimhan Sacked: What Went Wrong?

Starbucks CEO Laxman Narasimhan resigned in just two years. Company announced his resignation with immediate effect. Brian Niccol is replacing Narasimhan. But why did this happen?

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    In a shocking turn of events, Starbucks has announced the sudden exit of its Indian-origin CEO, Laxman Narasimhan, after just two years at the helm. What led to this abrupt change? Diving into the details and uncover the reasons behind this shake-up!

    Laxman Narasimhan, a seasoned executive with a background at PepsiCo and other consumer brands, took over as Starbucks CEO in March 2023, after working closely with former CEO Howard Schultz. His tenure, however, has been cut short, with the company announcing his departure 'with immediate effect.'

    But here’s the twist—Starbucks shares jumped over 20% after the announcement! A 20% surge in the stock market—yes, you heard that right. But why did this happen?

    The answer to that could be in the fact that Starbucks has been grappling with some serious challenges recently. Sales have slumped, and the company is facing backlash over price increases and boycotts related to the ongoing Israel-Gaza war. Customer complaints about long wait times and rising prices have added to the pressure. And let's not forget the influence of activist investors like Elliott Investment Management, pushing for leadership changes.

    Potentially what added fuel to the fire was Narasimhan's recent interview with Fortune magazine, emphasizing his work-life balance, saying he 'almost never' worked past 6 PM. The chatter on the street suggests this could have been seen as a lack of commitment during turbulent times.

    Now, replacing Narasimhan is Brian Niccol, the former CEO of Chipotle, a man known for steering the Mexican grill chain out of a crisis and doubling its sales. While the jury is still out on whether Niccol is the right fit for Starbucks, the stock market has given him a thumbs up with the massive surge.

    However, according to analyst Sharon Zackfia, Starbucks may prove to be a tougher challenge for Niccol than Chipotle. With boycott pressures, perceived value issues, and speed of service problems, this isn't going to be a walk in the park.

    So, what do you think? Was Narasimhan’s exit justified? Can Brian Niccol turn the tide for Starbucks? Let us know in the comments below, and don’t forget to like, share, and subscribe for more updates on the world of business!

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