Pu’er Coffee

 Between July and September this year, Ethiopia exported 113,542 tons of coffee , marking a significant jump compared to the same period last year. Export revenues also soared by $243 million , up 47% year-over-year . This remarkable performance was fueled by growing global demand and the country’s ongoing improvements in export infrastructure. While Europe and the Middle East remain Ethiopia’s largest buyers, emerging Asian markets are showing strong momentum. Germany, Saudi Arabia, and Belgium continue to be the top importers, accounting for nearly half of total exports. Germany imported 20,793 tons ($138.18 million) , Saudi Arabia 16,088 tons ($102.18 million) , and Belgium 13,910 tons ($93.45 million) — a testament to Ethiopia’s consistent reputation for high-quality beans and reliable supply. Premium Returns and Smarter Market Strategies Ethiopia’s coffee sector has undergone a major rebound. Export earnings surged 52% year-over-year , far outpacing the 3% increase in ...

 The possibility of the U.S. imposing punitive tariffs on Colombian coffee has once again driven Arabica coffee futures higher. Colombia is the world’s second-largest exporter of Arabica coffee and the largest exporter of washed Arabica beans. In 2024, Colombian coffee accounted for 19% of U.S. coffee imports, just behind Brazil’s 32% share. However, in the first eight months of this year, exports from both countries have shifted significantly. U.S. imports from Colombia rose 14.7% year-over-year to 3.3 million bags, mainly due to increased production in Colombia, while imports from Brazil fell 20.7% to 3.3 million bags. Currently, the U.S. imposes a 10% import tariff on Colombian coffee. Yet, statements from former President Trump suggest tariffs could be increased in the near term—he publicly mentioned on social media that “significant tariffs” on Colombian coffee will be announced soon. For the U.S. roasting industry, which had hoped to offset reduced Brazilian coffee imports...