Coffee Industry Daily Press Review – Nov 6, 2025

Westrock Coffee Reports Q3 2025 Results Today

Westrock Coffee Company released its third quarter 2025 financial results on November 6, 2025, after market close. The company held a live earnings conference call at 4:30 p.m. ET, providing investors and analysts with an opportunity to engage directly with leadership. Westrock Coffee is a leading integrated provider of coffee, tea, and related solutions, sourcing products from 35 countries and serving multiple industries globally (GlobeNewswire, November 6, 2025, https://www.globenewswire.com/news-release/2025/10/15/3167474/0/en/Westrock-Coffee-Company-to-Report-Third-Quarter-2025-Financial-Results-on-November-6th-2025.html).

Franke Coffee Systems Launches New A Line Machines

Franke Coffee Systems unveiled its New A Line of automatic coffee machines at Host Milano 2025. The platform is designed for operational efficiency, reliability, and flexibility, catering to both independent cafés and multinational operators. The machines feature Swiss engineering, eco-friendly design, and support for both dairy and non-dairy menus, aiming to meet rising premium expectations amid staffing and cost pressures (Global Coffee Report, November 6, 2025, https://www.gcrmag.com/new-a-line-built-for-today-ready-for-tomorrow/).

Global Coffee Prices Continue Upward Trend

Coffee prices maintained positive momentum on November 6, 2025, supported by ongoing weather risks and supply chain concerns. The latest forecasts indicate that global coffee production is expected to reach a record 178.68 million bags in 2025/26, but arabica output is projected to decline by 1.7% due to adverse weather in major producing regions. Export volumes remain robust, with global coffee exports up 0.2% year-on-year for the current marketing year (ICO, October 6, 2025, https://www.barchart.com/story/news/35929331/global-weather-risks-underpin-coffee-prices).

Starbucks Sells Controlling Stake in China Business

Starbucks announced the sale of a controlling stake in its China business to Hong Kong-based Boyu Capital. The joint venture aims to accelerate Starbucks’ expansion in China, targeting more than 20,000 stores over time. The deal comes amid intensifying competition from local brands like Luckin Coffee, which has become the largest coffee chain in China (Global Coffee Report, November 6, 2025, https://www.gcrmag.com/starbucks-confirms-60-per-cent-sale-of-chinese-business/).

US Congress Considers Repeal of Coffee Tariffs

A bipartisan group of U.S. House members introduced a bill on September 2025 to repeal all tariffs on coffee imports. The move follows rising consumer prices and concerns over the economic impact of tariffs on products not domestically produced. The bill is currently under consideration, with lawmakers arguing that removing tariffs would benefit everyday American consumers (NSJ Online, November 5, 2025, https://nsjonline.com/article/2025/11/us-coffee-prices-spike-amid-tariffs-poor-weather/).