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What's a coffee shop chain?
Kaffeine, the coffee shop Harry Styles supported, has two locations. While not a massive chain, having multiple branches means they've successfully replicated their brand and service. This allows them to serve more customers and potentially benefit from economies of scale compared to a single independent cafe.
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