NEW YORK (AP) - Starbucks reported a higher quarterly profit Thursday as new food and drinks helped boost sales in the U.S.
Globally, Starbucks said sales at established locations rose 6 percent for the quarter. That included a 7 percent increase in the flagship U.S. market, as well as a 7 percent increase in the Asia region. The unit encompassing Europe, the Middle East and Africa saw a 3 percent increase.
For the quarter, Starbucks Corp. earned $512.6 million, or 67 cents per share, a penny more than analysts expected.
A year ago, it earned $417.8 million, or 55 cents per share.
Revenue rose to $4.15 billion, according to FactSet.