Starbucks CEO Brian Niccol is in the biggest fight of his career

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Starbucks (SBUX) new CEO Brian Niccol is in the biggest fight of his decorated career. The former Chipotle (CMG) CEO is now knee deep into picking apart the struggling operations of Starbucks in a bid to revive the coffee giant’s financial fortunes. And to an equal extent, Starbucks stock price. But the company’s latest earnings show a business that is enduring multiple problems – from an overpacked US menu to slowing demand in China. Niccol has wasted no time in responding, bringing back coffee condiment stations and getting ready for an overseas trip to China. Yahoo Finance will be talking exclusively with Niccol today to get the inside track on his turnaround plans for Starbucks. Here’s what we are keen on hearing.