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Jul 21, 2026 · Industry Insights

Why 9.9‑Yuan Micro Coffee Shops Are a Giant’s ‘Meat Grinder’ and How to Dodge the Trap

The article reveals that 9.9‑yuan coffee stores are a loss‑leading customer‑acquisition tactic by large chains, breaks down the hidden costs that make the model unprofitable for independents, and offers misaligned‑competition and MVP testing strategies to help small entrepreneurs avoid the inevitable loss trap.