' (NASDAQ: SBUX) latest financial results, for the third quarter that ended July 2, were impressive in that they showed that same-store sales jumped 7% in the U.S. and 46% in China. Earnings per share also exceeded Wall Street estimates. 

These figures were certainly encouraging for shareholders, especially for a business that was severely challenged by the pandemic. But I have my eyes on one other metric that Starbucks just announced, which I believe demonstrates the true strength of the company.

Here's what investors need to know about this top coffee stock.

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