Coffee Industry News: Dec 22, 2025

Instant Coffee Market Hits USD 115.71 Billion Projection by 2030

The **instant coffee market** is forecasted to reach USD 115.71 billion by 2030, driven by premiumization and specialty blends using advanced freeze-drying technologies. Brands are introducing organic, fair-trade options and functional ingredients like collagen to attract health-conscious consumers. Online retail emerges as the fastest-growing channel, while Middle East & Africa leads regional growth. (openpr.com, 22 December 2025, https://www.openpr.com/news/4324009/the-instant-coffee-market-is-projected-to-reach-a-market-size)

Bacha Coffee Launches First Store in Thailand

**Bacha Coffee**, the century-old brand, has opened its inaugural store in Bangkok at Siam Paragon, marking entry into the Thai market with premium coffee offerings. (Inside Retail Asia, 22 December 2025, https://insideretail.asia/2025/12/22/bacha-coffee-opens-first-store-in-thailand/)

Philippines Coffee Imports Forecast to Rise 9.76% in 2025-2026

Philippine **coffee imports** are projected to increase 9.76% to 378,000 metric tons in marketing year 2025-2026, with soluble coffee imports up 10% to 330,000 MT. Domestic production stays flat at 27,000 MT, while consumption rises 9.05% to 405,000 MT, positioning the country as a top global importer. (BusinessWorld Online, 22 December 2025, https://www.bworldonline.com/agribusiness/2025/12/22/720202/phl-coffee-imports-seen-rising-9-76-this-year/)

US Consumers Face Persistent High Coffee Prices Post-Tariff Reset

Despite tariff rollbacks on coffee imports, **US retail coffee prices** remain elevated due to lingering supply chain effects from prior bean shortages and production deficits. Experts predict price relief may not arrive until mid-2026, as raw bean costs take nine months to filter through. (Investing.com, 22 December 2025, https://www.investing.com/news/economic-indicators/us-coffee-drinkers-face-higher-prices-even-after-trumps-tariff-reset-4418417)

Laos Enters Peak Coffee Bean Harvest Season

Farmers in Laos are actively harvesting **coffee beans** amid favorable sunny weather, with activities centered in Champasak Province. (Xinhua, 22 December 2025, https://english.news.cn/20251222/9d27073b14eb4e799bf400611a9ccb3f/c.html)(Global Times, 22 December 2025, https://www.globaltimes.cn/page/202512/1351189.shtml)

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