Starbucks (NAS: SBUX)

Starbucks is a corporation based in Seattle, Washington. Established in 1971, the company is an American coffee company and coffeehouse chain. The company operates in retail locations worldwide and sells whole bean coffees through its sales group, direct response business, and supermarkets. The company seeks to acquire businesses through mergers and investments, which would help the firm expand and consolidate its presence in the beverage industry. The assets are managed by the executive management team.