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Starbucks Faces Intensifying Competition in U.S. Market **Starbucks** is experiencing declining market share as rival chains compete aggressively for U.S. coffee drinkers. The company's portion of spending at U.S. coffee shops dropped to 48% in 2024 and 2025, down from 52% in 2023 (Food Manufacturing, February 2, 2026)[1]. Arabica Coffee Prices Ease Amid Favorable Brazilian Weather Arabica coffee futures dipped below $3.40 per pound, influenced by improved supply prospects in Brazil where weather has been more favorable than last year. The 2026 harvest is projected higher than 2025, offsetting short-term shortages (Trading Economics, February 2, 2026)[2]. On February 2, coffee ...
Arabica Coffee Prices Ease on Supply Outlook Arabica coffee futures dipped below $3.40 per pound amid improved supply prospects from Brazil's 2026 harvest, expected to exceed 2025 levels due to better weather. Prices closed at 333.41 USd/Lbs, up 0.35% daily but down 7.22% monthly (Trading Economics, February 2, 2026). Starbucks Signals Growth with Menu Innovations Starbucks CEO Brian Niccol declared the brand "back" after its first US sales rise in two years, unveiling a fiscal 2028 outlook targeting over 5% net revenue growth and 2,000 new stores globally. New matcha menus and revamped Refreshers aim to drive innovation (Global Coffee ...
Global Coffee Prices Hold Steady Robusta coffee on the London market for January 2026 delivery stayed at $4,109 per ton, while March 2026 held at $3,949 per ton. Arabica on New York for March 2026 remained at 348.75 cents per pound, with May at 333.35 cents per pound. Domestic Vietnamese prices fluctuated between 97,500 - 98,300 VND/kg. Arabica stocks on ICE dipped to 455,727 bags, mainly from Brazil (Tridge, Feb 1, 2026). Newman's Brew Emphasizes Ethical Sourcing **Newman's Brew** highlights smooth, flavorful coffee through organic beans roasted fresh per order, prioritizing ethics over mass production. The brand expands flavor varieties ...
Arabica Futures Hit Over US $3.7/lb Amid Volatility Arabica futures reached over **US $3.7/lb**, signaling persistent market volatility for traders, roasters, and producers into the year ahead. Coffee prices are expected to continue rising regardless of tariffs. (Perfect Daily Grind, 31 January 2026) Nestlé Boosts De’Longhi Revenue with Coffee Sector Growth De’Longhi S.p.A. posted a **13.7% revenue increase** for 2024, propelled by strong performance in coffee and nutrition segments alongside the La Marzocco acquisition. This underscores equipment demand in premium coffee preparation. (Perfect Daily Grind, 31 January 2026) Functional Coffee and RTD Trends Set for 2026 Expansion The **global coffee ...
US Issues Forced Labor Order on Mexican Coffee Farm Imports U.S. Customs and Border Protection issued a withhold release order effective January 29, detaining coffee from Finca Monte Grande in Mexico at all ports due to evidence of forced labor indicators. Importers may destroy, export, or prove goods free of forced labor. (Sandler, Travis & Rosenberg, January 30, 2026) Starbucks Faces Scrutiny Over Swiss Profit Shifting A report reveals Starbucks' C.A.F.E. Practices program shifts profits to Switzerland via low-tax coffee trading, undermining revenues in producer nations like Brazil and Vietnam. The scheme books an 18% mark-up on global purchases since ...
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 ...