Tea, Coffee & Cocoa

KTDA factories have announced lower bonus rates amid weaker green leaf deliveries, higher petroleum costs, shipping disruptions and concerns over the 0.8 per cent export levy.

The Nigerian agribusiness group increased cocoa processing and highlighted its export exposure, working-capital cycle and commercial paper programme during an investor facility tour.

The Chinese coffee chain is reviewing potential Gulf markets as it expands internationally following its latest investment from Abu Dhabi sovereign wealth fund Mubadala.

The Swiss chocolatier expects weaker European orders, particularly for seasonal products, while maintaining its 2026 EBIT margin and longer-term growth targets.

The new prices come as Togo expands local cocoa processing and focuses on traceability and transparency following a sharp drop in coffee and cocoa exports.