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NewsAuthor: Coffee World Source: Swissinfo Date: May 16, 2026 Executive Summary: Switzerland ranks second globally in coffee exports, with an annual value of 3.3 billion Swiss francs ($4.2 billion). Green coffee enters Switzerland at $5 per kilogram, and after roasting, its value jumps to $26.80 per kilo. Coffee accounts for 33% of Swiss agricultural exports,</p>
NewsAuthor: Qahwa World – Dubai Date: May 16, 2026 Executive Summary Starbucks will lay off approximately 300 US-based employees as part of a major restructuring. The total restructuring cost is $400 million, including $120 million for severance payments. Starbucks will close regional offices in Atlanta, Burbank, Chicago, and Dallas. The company is reviewing its international</p>
NewsSource: Business and Human Rights Centre and industry reports Author: Qahwa World Date: May 16, 2026 A new report highlighted forced labour risks in Brazil’s coffee sector. Investigators found indicators of abuse in every worker interview. Workers described poor housing and abusive recruitment practices. Many exploitation cases reportedly remain undetected. Industry groups and government bodies</p>
NewsDubai – Qahwa World South Korea’s Ministry of Food and Drug Safety has announced stricter regulations for decaffeinated coffee products, stating that products will only be allowed to carry the “decaffeinated” label if they contain no more than 0.1% residual caffeine in the coffee beans. The new labeling standards are set to take effect on</p>
NewsDubai – Qahwa World Coffee futures closed lower on Tuesday as a stronger U.S. dollar pressured commodity markets. This is a clear example of how a Strong Dollar Weighs on Coffee Prices. July arabica coffee contracts (KCN26) fell 0.76%, while July robusta futures (RMN26) declined 0.63%. Losses were limited by tightening certified coffee inventories. ICE</p>
NewsBangkok – Qahwa World Chief Executive of the Specialty Coffee Association, Yannis Apostolopoulos, told the Bangkok Post that the global coffee market is undergoing a structural transformation, as coffee-producing countries are no longer limited to exporting but are also emerging as major consumption markets, reshaping global demand dynamics. He noted that this shift is clearly</p>
NewsDubai – Qahwa World The European Commission has unveiled a new package of measures aimed at simplifying the implementation of the EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR), while also expanding the regulation to include soluble coffee. The announcement brings greater clarity to a regulation that has faced repeated delays since it was first proposed in 2021. The</p>
NewsDubai – Qahwa World The ongoing war involving Iran is increasing production costs in the global coffee sector, mainly due to rising fertilizer prices. These higher costs are raising concern among producers, analysts, and financial institutions about future supply and added pressure on smallholder farmers. Recent industry assessments indicate that the current harvest cycle is</p>
NewsDubai – Qahwa World A recent analysis highlights how widely caffeine levels can vary across instant, ground, and takeaway coffees. In some cases, a large cup can reach or exceed 400 milligrams of caffeine, a level often referenced as the daily upper intake for healthy adults. Large variation across coffee types Testing of popular products</p>
NewsTrieste, Italy — Qahwa World Italian coffee group illycaffè S.p.A. reported a solid performance for 2025, with group revenue rising 12% to €700 million (approximately US$817.2 million), supported by higher volumes across key markets including Italy, the United States, and Europe. The company said it achieved its fourth consecutive year of strong organic growth despite</p>
NewsBangkok – Qahwa World From May 7 to 9, Nuova Simonelli will take part in World of Coffee Bangkok 2026, bringing innovation and energy to the heart of the Asian coffee industry. Visitors can find the brand at booth B311, where technology, experience, and great coffee come together. Nuova Simonelli area: a future experience Inside</p>
ReflectionsSUNNYVALE – AP Hundreds of years ago, Yemen helped introduce coffee to the world. Today, the mountainous, war-affected country is exporting something new: its distinctive coffeehouse culture. Yemeni coffeehouses are rapidly expanding across the United States. According to Technomic, a restaurant industry consulting firm, the number of cafés operated by six major Yemeni-style chains grew</p>
