Luckin Coffee: The Overlooked Growth Story With A Secret Global Plan

Summary

• Luckin’s early move into the US, along with its growing presence in Singapore and Malaysia, sets up a disciplined, capital-light international expansion strategy that market is not pricing.
• The company’s turnaround from its 2020 fraud crisis reflects strong governance reforms and disciplined execution, restoring investor trust and positioning Luckin as a credible, modern global brand.
• Its core China business remains the profit engine, with over 24,000 stores and a proven franchise model expected to drive store count past 32,000 by 2025 end while expanding margins.
• Massive investment in coffee roasting capacity and vertical integration positions Luckin for long-term scale and margin improvement, with US expansion on the horizon.
• Key growth drivers include Starbucks' decline, unique high-margin products, aggressive promotions, and rapid expansion in China, Singapore, Malaysia, and now the US.

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I hold a cautiously bullish view on Luckin Coffee (OTCPK:LKNCY) given its recent entry into the U.S. just market this year. While still in its pilot phase, even a modest success in the U.S. could meaningfully shift investor

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