Market prices and certified stocks
On Tuesday 27 October, the New York Arabica coffee contract for December delivery fell by 2.4 per cent to close at 293.75 cents, a price level that represents a two-week low. While New York prices fell, the London coffee futures contract for January delivery gained 0.6 per cent to reach $3,220, marking a slight recovery from the lows seen on Monday. This London recovery occurred even as the Brazilian real saw a partial recovery following the slump on Monday. At the Belgian port of Antwerp, 36,101 bags of coffee, all of which are Brazilian, are currently awaiting certification.
| Asset Specification | Market Value |
|---|---|
| New York Dec close | 293.75 cents |
| London Jan close | $3,220 |
| Total certified bags | 224,822 |
| Antwerp pending bags | 36,101 |
Certified coffee stocks fell to 224,822 bags yesterday. At the Belgian port of Antwerp, 36,101 bags of coffee, all of which are Brazilian, are currently awaiting certification. The New York December delivery contract fell by 2.4 per cent to close at 293.75 cents. This decline in New York hit a two-week low. The London January contract rose 0.6 per cent to $3,220, providing a slight recovery from the Monday lows. These price movements occurred even though the Brazilian real saw a partial recovery from the slump on Monday.
Vietnam production and historical data
Harvesting operations for the 2026/27 crop are beginning in Vietnam. Recent estimates suggest that production could reach a record 32.5 million bags, which is an increase of 800,000 bags compared with the previous crop year. This 2026/27 production estimate is higher than the 2025/26 crop.
The Ministry of Agriculture and Environment reported that Vietnam’s coffee exports reached approximately 1.8 million tons, or 30 million bags, and reached a total value of $8.5 billion during the 2025/26 crop year. This 2025/26 production period saw total output reach nearly 1.9 million tons, or 31.67 million bags. Within that 2025/26 output, Robusta accounted for more than 90% of the total output. The 2026/27 harvest, which is beginning now, could reach a record 32.5 million bags, an increase of 800,000 bags compared with the previous year.
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