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Starbucks Announces 2026 Investor Day Starbucks Coffee Company will unveil its long-term growth strategy at the 2026 Investor Day today, featuring presentations and a Q&A with CEO Brian Niccol and CFO Cathy Smith. The live webcast starts at 8:00 a.m. ET. (Starbucks Investor Relations, January 29, 2026) ICO Executive Director Outlines 2026 Priorities International Coffee Organization Executive Director Vanúsia Nogueira predicts coffee will drive sustainable development in 2026, focusing on resilience, farmer livelihoods, and collective action against climate change and trade barriers. The organization aims to turn commitments into policies and partnerships. (Global Coffee Report, January 29, 2026) Coffee Futures ...
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Global Coffee Market Projected to Hit $238.99 Billion by 2031 The **global coffee market** is expected to grow from USD 185.69 billion in 2026 to USD 238.99 billion by 2031, at a **CAGR of 5.18%**. Key drivers include rising demand for **premium and ready-to-drink (RTD) coffee**, sustainability focus, and traceable sourcing. The RTD segment alone is forecasted to expand from USD 26.19 billion in 2026 to USD 34.16 billion by 2031 at a 5.46% CAGR, fueled by convenient beverages and functional ingredients. (PRNewswire, 27 January 2026) Brazil's Soluble Coffee Sector Pushes for US Tariff Exemptions Brazil's **soluble coffee industry** continues ...
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Coffee Prices Rise on Weak Dollar **Arabica and robusta coffee futures** advanced amid a declining US dollar index, which hit a four-month low. March arabica closed up 1.52% at +5.35 points, while March robusta gained 1.33% at +55 points. Vietnam's 2025/26 production forecast rose 6% to 1.76 million metric tons, supporting supply outlook. (Nasdaq, January 27, 2026) Acaia Unveils Pyxis Black Scale **Acaia** released the **Pyxis Black**, a compact precision scale measuring 2.55 by 2.55 inches with accuracy to 0.001 grams, tailored for exact coffee brewing. (Daily Coffee News by Roast Magazine, January 26, 2026) Frequent Coffee Debuts Decaf Line ...
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World Coffee Championships Release 2026 Rules for Good Spirits and Roasting Events The World Coffee Championships has published the **2026 World Coffee in Good Spirits (WCIGS)** and **World Coffee Roasting Championships (WCRC)** rules and regulations. These events are scheduled for June 25–27, 2026, at World of Coffee in Brussels, Belgium. (Barista Magazine, January 26, 2026) Frequent Coffee Launches High-Quality Decaf Operation in San Diego **Frequent Coffee**, a new company from San Diego's Ocean Beach area, is launching with a focus on producing high-quality decaf coffee suitable for tight-ratio brews. The initiative aims to maintain strong flavor profiles in decaffeinated products ...
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Korea's Coffee Imports Hit Record 2 Trillion Won in 2025 South Korea's coffee imports reached **2.65 trillion won** ($1.86 billion) in 2025, marking the first time exceeding 2 trillion won, driven by global price hikes and a weakened Korean won. Volume dipped slightly to 215,792 tons. (Korea JoongAng Daily, 25 Jan. 2026, https://koreajoongangdaily.joins.com/news/2026-01-25/business/industry/Koreas-coffee-imports-exceed-2-trillion-won-for-1st-time-in-2025/2507927) Disclaimer: This press review reports data and trends from third-party published sources. CoffeeBI is not responsible for the accuracy of the figures or the content of the original articles. For further insights or tailored analysis on the topic, feel free to contact CoffeeBI ...
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Peet's Coffee to Close Up to 30 Locations Pioneering brand **Peet's Coffee** will close up to 30 locations as early as the end of January 2026. The announcement follows Keurig Dr Pepper's US$18bn all-cash offer for JDE Peet's, set to close in Q2 2026 and create a standalone Global Coffee Co. challenging Nestlé's dominance. (Perfect Daily Grind, 23 January 2026, https://perfectdailygrind.com/2026/01/coffee-news-recap-23-january-2026/) Barista Coffee Expands Vending Machines 10-Fold **Barista Coffee** targets 900 stores by 2030, focusing on tier-II and III towns in India, after opening its 500th cafe in Patna. The company plans a 10-fold growth in coffee vending machines, from ...
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