Michael Norris discusses Luckin Coffee’s IPO and how much of the business actually makes sense.
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Briefing: Starbucks China challenger Luckin aiming for $586.5 million IPO
The IPO filing comes a week after the company’s $150 million Series B+ that is raised at a valuation of $2.9 billion.
Posted inThe Numbers
Luckin’s net losses doubled in Q2 as cash-burning continues
Shares slid overnight after losses hit nearly $100 million in the quarter.
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Luckin offers $6.7 million in assets as lease collateral, signaling money woes
Luckin is under financial pressures as the startup coffee chain is showing signs of overheating.
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Briefing: Starbucks China rival Luckin upsizes US IPO to raise $561 million
Its rapid, capital-fueled growth and widening losses leave the question of sustainability open for debate.
Posted inHeavy Hitters
INSIGHTS | Is noodle chain the new blue ocean for China tech VCs?
Chinese-style noodle chain restaurants first became tech investor darlings in 2021 when the industry faced tightened regulation.
Posted inOn the Cusp
Briefing: Meituan to pair with Starbucks rival Luckin Coffee on delivery services
Luckin doubled its valuation to US$2 billion after a recent funding round.
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Luckin sets up QQ-themed store with Tencent to tap nostalgic Chinese millennials
Luckin Coffee and Tencent have been partners since Sept. 2018.
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Luckin Coffee warns of fraudsters using its brand name to dupe investors and franchisees
The company said it operates 100% under the direct sales model and has not accepted franchising of any form.
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Meteoric cafe startup Luckin Coffee threatens Starbucks with unfair competition lawsuit
Luckin Coffee, the coffee shop startup using market acquisition tactics borrowed from China’s internet companies, has written an open letter to Starbucks accusing it of monopolistic practices in the country and proposing a possible lawsuit, according to Tencent News (in Chinese). Luckin has taken issue with Starbucks’ exclusivity rights with property owners and putting pressure […]
