SBUX (Starbucks) Short-Term Debt: $1,998 Mil (As of Mar. 2026)


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Price $102.11
GF Value $98.65
Valuation Fairly Valued
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What is Starbucks Short-Term Debt?

Starbucks SBUX -2.07% 81 Short-Term Debt is $1,998 Mil as of Mar. 2026. GuruFocus rates SBUX with a GF Score™ of 81/100 and a GF Value™ of $98.65 (Fairly Valued). The stock has 8 warning signs investors should review.

Starbucks's Short-Term Debt for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was $1,998 Mil.

Starbucks's quarterly Short-Term Debt increased from Sep. 2025 ($1,499 Mil) to Dec. 2025 ($1,500 Mil) and increased from Dec. 2025 ($1,500 Mil) to Mar. 2026 ($1,998 Mil).

Starbucks's annual Short-Term Debt declined from Sep. 2023 ($1,852 Mil) to Sep. 2024 ($1,249 Mil) but then increased from Sep. 2024 ($1,249 Mil) to Sep. 2025 ($1,499 Mil).

Starbucks Short-Term Debt Explanation

Short-Term Debt represents the total amount of Long-Term Debt such as bank loans and commercial paper, which is due within one year.

Starbucks Short-Term Debt Related Terms

Starbucks Short-Term Debt Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Starbucks's Short-Term Debt can be seen below:

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Starbucks Short-Term Debt Chart

Starbucks Annual Data
Trend Sep16 Sep17 Sep18 Sep19 Sep20 Sep21 Sep22 Sep23 Sep24 Sep25
Short-Term Debt
Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only 998.90 1,924.00 1,852.10 1,248.90 1,498.90

Starbucks Quarterly Data
Jun21 Sep21 Dec21 Mar22 Jun22 Sep22 Dec22 Mar23 Jun23 Sep23 Dec23 Mar24 Jun24 Sep24 Dec24 Mar25 Jun25 Sep25 Dec25 Mar26
Short-Term Debt Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only 2,247.80 2,748.20 1,498.90 1,499.50 1,997.70
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Frequently Asked Questions Learn more about Short-Term Debt →
What does a Short-Term Debt of $1,998 Mil mean?
Starbucks (SBUX) has a Short-Term Debt of $1,998 Mil as of Mar. 2026.
Is Starbucks' Short-Term Debt too high?
Starbucks' current Short-Term Debt is $1,998 Mil. Overall, Starbucks has a GF Score™ of 81/100 and is considered Fairly Valued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Starbucks' Short-Term Debt compare to MCD and YUM?
Starbucks' Short-Term Debt of $1,998 Mil can be compared against companies in the Restaurants industry. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good Short-Term Debt for a Restaurants company?
A good Short-Term Debt depends on the Restaurants industry context. However, Short-Term Debt should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. Use the industry distribution chart on this page to see where any company falls relative to its peers.
What does a high Short-Term Debt mean?
A high Short-Term Debt can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. Starbucks's current Short-Term Debt is $1,998 Mil. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Starbucks stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Starbucks (SBUX) is currently considered Fairly Valued. The stock's GF Value™ is $98.65, compared to a current price of $102.11 — trading 3.5% above its estimated fair value. The current Short-Term Debt is $1,998 Mil. Starbucks' overall GF Score™ is 81/100 with 8 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is Short-Term Debt calculated?
Short-Term Debt is calculated from a company's financial statements. For Starbucks (SBUX), the current Short-Term Debt is $1,998 Mil as of Mar. 2026. GuruFocus calculates this using data sourced from SEC filings and annual reports. See the calculation section and 30-year financial data on this page for the full breakdown.

Is Starbucks (SBUX) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Starbucks stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of $102.11 is trading 3.5% above its estimated GF Value™ of $98.65. GuruFocus considers Starbucks to be Fairly Valued.

Key valuation signals for SBUX:

  • Short-Term Debt: $1,998 Mil
  • GF Value™: $98.65 vs. price of $102.11 (3.5% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 81/100 with 8 warning signs

No single metric tells the full story. See the SBUX stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.

Starbucks Business Description

Address 2401 Utah Avenue South, Seattle, WA, USA, 98134
Starbucks stands out as the world's biggest and most recognizable coffee brand, powered by ultracustomizable beverages in-store and a sweeping footprint of nearly 41,000 cafes in over 80 countries. About 52% are company-operated, with the balance run by licensees. The company operates roasteries and sells across its North America (74% of revenue as of the end of fiscal 2025), international (21%), and channel development (5%) segments. The brand collects revenue from company-operated stores, licensee royalties, equipment and product sales, retail ready-to-drink beverages, and packaged coffee.
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