MarketsPublished Oct 13, 2026, 11:36 AM ET3 outlets

Starbucks says it won't bid for Chipotle after report of explored deal

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Starbucks publicly denied plans to buy Chipotle Mexican Grill, ending speculation that followed a report that it had looked into a possible takeover. That report said the coffee chain had reportedly hired advisers to work on a proposal. Starbucks said it is focused on organic growth.

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Fox BusinessStarbucks says it is not buying Chipotle following deal speculation
CBS NewsStarbucks denies plan to buy Chipotle, refuting report
NBC NewsStarbucks is ‘not buying Chipotle’ after report it had explored a deal