DBT Bureau
Pune, 13 August 2025
The global coffee market continues to show resilience, with ICO composite indicators reflecting steady demand. On August 11, Other Milds traded at 347.27 US cents/lb, while Robustas were priced at 182.38 US cents/lb, according to the International Coffee Organization.
On the futures front, ICE New York Arabica contracts eased slightly. The September 2025 contract settled at 315.15 US cents/lb, while December 2025 stood at 308.30 US cents/lb. The March 2026 position slipped further to 298.45 US cents/lb, signaling a mild bearish outlook for the medium term.
In contrast, Robusta futures on LIFFE London remained firm. The September 2025 contract traded at $3,727 per ton, while November 2025 and January 2026 contracts were at $3,628 and $3,556 per ton respectively.
Analysts attribute the price divergence to tight supply in Robusta-producing regions and moderating Arabica demand, coupled with favorable weather in Latin America. The premium for Other Milds over Robustas underscores sustained interest in high-quality beans, even as macroeconomic pressures weigh on consumer markets.
