Revenues for the quarter rose 11%; operating income increased 40%.

C.e.o. says company's business should be viewed as being 'drinkable, spreadable and one-hand consumable.'

Judge says the ban is "arbitrary and capricious." Mayor Michael Bloomberg plans to appeal.

The American Beverage Association contends the number of calories per beverage serving has declined 23% since 1998.

The proposal will create a baseline of nutrition standards for food and beverages offered in schools, but not covered by the National School Lunch Program.

The Evolution Fresh and La Boulange brands will play more prominent roles for Starbucks in 2013.

Caribou will continue to be operated as an independent company.

Maker of smoothies, shakes to operate as separate subsidiary

Also acquires dairy beverage maker in California

Will work with company's three divisional sales and marketing teams.