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March arabica coffee futures (KCH24) experienced a significant decline in the market this morning, dropping by 5.20 or 2.69%. Similarly, March ICE robusta coffee futures (RMH24) saw a decrease, falling by 80 or 2.44%. The coffee market, generally volatile, was notably bearish today, reaching 1-week lows for both arabica and robusta beans. Key factors contributing to this downturn include the current weather predictions in Brazil, a major coffee-producing country.
The sharp decrease in coffee prices can be attributed to the recent weather forecasts that predict substantial rainfall in Brazil’s prime coffee-growing regions over the next couple of weeks. Brazil is one of the world’s largest coffee producers, and changes in its weather patterns have a significant impact on global coffee supplies. The anticipated rain is expected to improve crop conditions, potentially leading to an increase in coffee production. This prospect of an enhanced supply has led to a drop in coffee futures, reflecting traders’ anticipation of a market shift. As the situation unfolds, stakeholders in the coffee industry, from growers to investors, will be closely monitoring Brazil’s weather and its effects on the global coffee market.
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