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Starbucks Labor Group Plans Board Fight

Livemint

Livemint · 1y ago

Starbucks Labor Group Plans Board Fight

A labor group, the Strategic Organizing Center, is seeking representation on the Starbucks board in an ongoing battle over pay and working conditions. The group, backed by labor unions such as the Service Employees International Union, has nominated three director candidates. The coalition argues that Starbucks' resistance to unionization efforts has exposed the company to legal and financial risks. The success of this proxy battle will likely depend on the support of major index funds and proxy advisors.

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Amazon joins companies arguing US labour board is unconstitutional

Economic Times

Economic Times · 1y ago

Amazon joins companies arguing US labour board is unconstitutional

Amazon has joined SpaceX and Trader Joe's in claiming that the US labor board's enforcement proceedings violate the US Constitution. In a filing with the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB), Amazon argued that the agency's structure and limitations on administrative judges and board members are unconstitutional. The retailer is facing multiple cases alleging interference with workers' organizing rights. SpaceX and Trader Joe's have made similar claims, and Starbucks baristas seeking to dissolve their unions have challenged the board's structure as well. The growing number of challenges could lead to the issue reaching the US Supreme Court.

Amazon Joins SpaceX in Fight to Declare U.S. Labor Board 'Unconstitutional'

Gizmodo

Gizmodo · 1y ago

Amazon Joins SpaceX in Fight to Declare U.S. Labor Board 'Unconstitutional'

In a court filing, Amazon has argued that the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) is "unconstitutional" and has violated the company's rights. Amazon claims that the NLRB, which currently investigates the company for labor violations, has violated its Fifth Amendment right to due process. The e-commerce giant also argues that the structure of the NLRB goes against the Constitution. This argument is not unique to Amazon, as other companies like Trader Joe's and SpaceX have made similar claims. Critics worry that this could undermine the labor movement and make organizing more difficult.

Starbucks leads business opposition to pro-worker labor board

Livemint

Livemint · 1y ago

Starbucks leads business opposition to pro-worker labor board

Starbucks is going to the Supreme Court in an effort to limit the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB), which has been supporting union drives. The NLRB has been pursuing a strong enforcement agenda to strengthen worker protections, expanding pathways for union formation and providing more avenues for employees to challenge workplace practices. The NLRB has brought multiple cases against Starbucks, opposing the company's responses to unionization efforts. Other companies, including Amazon, Trader Joe's, and SpaceX, are also mounting defenses against the NLRB. This case comes as union organizing has seen a surge, even in unexpected sectors like technology and major retail chains.

Starbucks Wins at Supreme Court as Labor Board Power Curbed

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Livemint · 1y ago

Starbucks Wins at Supreme Court as Labor Board Power Curbed

The US Supreme Court has ruled in favor of Starbucks in a case against the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB), making it harder for the agency to obtain temporary reinstatement for workers fired during strikes. The Supreme Court ruled that federal judges should review NLRB requests for immediate court orders in the same way they would review preliminary injunction petitions in private litigation. The decision will slow down the process and increase the burdens for the NLRB in obtaining immediate court orders, weakening one of the agency's most effective tools in protecting workers' rights.

New Starbucks CEO Brian Niccol pledges ‘good faith’ engagement with Workers United union as contract talks continue

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Livemint · 11m ago

New Starbucks CEO Brian Niccol pledges ‘good faith’ engagement with Workers United union as contract talks continue

Brian Niccol, the newly appointed CEO of Starbucks, has expressed his support for the ongoing union negotiations at the company. In a letter, Niccol stated his commitment to engage constructively with union representatives and respect employees' right to unionize. The negotiations, which began in April, aim to establish collective bargaining in the United States. Niccol's response follows a recent US Supreme Court decision that overturned a lower court's injunction, emphasizing the ongoing tensions surrounding labor organization within Starbucks.

Tata Starbucks dismisses India exit reports

YourStory

YourStory · 8m ago

Tata Starbucks dismisses India exit reports

Tata Starbucks has reaffirmed its commitment to the Indian market, dismissing rumors about its exit. The company stated that it currently operates over 470 stores in 76 Indian cities and sees India as a key growth market. Tata Starbucks, a joint venture between Tata Consumer Products and Starbucks Corporation, reported a 12% increase in revenue for FY24. Despite incurring a loss due to expansion, the company remains focused on scaling up operations and believes that profitability will follow as it expands further. Starbucks entered India in 2012 through its partnership with Tata Group.

Starbucks India to accelerate store expansion after 'tempered' growth period

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Livemint · 1m ago

Starbucks India to accelerate store expansion after 'tempered' growth period

Tata Consumer Products Ltd, which operates Starbucks in India, plans to accelerate the coffee chain's expansion after a temporary slowdown in store additions. In the June quarter, the company opened six new outlets, totaling 485 stores. Aiming for 1,000 locations by 2028, Starbucks India also intends to explore more Starbucks Reserve stores. The expansion strategy highlights the company's optimism about the Indian market despite recent tempered growth.

Starbucks India to more than double store count to 1,000 by 2028

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Livemint · 1y ago

Starbucks India to more than double store count to 1,000 by 2028

Tata Starbucks, the joint venture between Starbucks and Tata Consumer Products, plans to expand its presence in India with the aim of operating 1,000 cafes by 2028. The company also intends to double its workforce to 8,600 employees. To achieve this growth, Tata Starbucks plans to enter Tier-2 and Tier-3 cities, increase the number of drive-through and 24-hour cafes, and expand its airport-based outlets. This expansion is in response to competition from local chains and aims to capitalize on the growing coffee culture in India.

SpaceX faces hearing on engineers fired after criticizing Elon Musk over sexism

Reuters · 1y ago

SpaceX faces hearing on engineers fired after criticizing Elon Musk over sexism

SpaceX will face a labor board judge on Tuesday over claims that the company fired eight engineers for criticizing CEO Elon Musk and accusing him of sexist conduct. The engineers had circulated a letter accusing Musk of sexism and claiming the company tolerated discrimination against women. The National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) claims SpaceX violated labor laws by firing the engineers and is seeking to order their reinstatement and compensation. SpaceX has denied wrongdoing and filed a lawsuit to block the board's enforcement proceedings, citing violations of the US Constitution. The case is ongoing.

Quilter raises $10 million for AI-powered circuit board design, led by Benchmark

Economic Times

Economic Times · 1y ago

Quilter raises $10 million for AI-powered circuit board design, led by Benchmark

Circuit board design startup Quilter has raised $10 million in a Series A funding round, led by Benchmark. Quilter plans to use artificial intelligence to automate and accelerate the process of designing circuit boards for various electronic devices. The company's software, inspired by Google's AI used in the game of Go, improves its capabilities over time. By fully automating circuit board design, Quilter aims to reduce the timeframe from months to weeks or even days. The market for circuit board design is expected to continue growing, with labor costs currently dominating the expenditure.

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