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In this Spanish monologue, Stephanie Comonfort explains that Starbucks has effectively become a major bank in North America and worldwide through its loyalty program. When users preload money into the Starbucks app, the funds can only be spent at Starbucks locations, yet 41 % of consumers keep a substantial balance in the app. Collectively, users have about $1.5 trillion (≈ $1.5 billones) preloaded, giving Starbucks a zero‑interest loan of that magnitude. Starbucks leverages this capital by offering rewards—free drinks and other benefits—based on spending, turning the prepaid balances into a low‑cost source of financing and a driver of increased purchases. The speaker highlights how this model reshapes the relationship between consumers and the company, positioning Starbucks as a de‑facto bank.










