Tea, Coffee & Cocoa – Financials & Economy

Higher production expenses and weaker cash flows offset modest revenue gains, widening Limuru Tea’s half-year loss in 2025.

The cocoa grinder’s profits declined on weaker demand and higher costs, even as revenue nearly doubled on strong ingredient pricing.

Increased earnings at the Mombasa Tea Auction highlight strong demand as Kenya pursues renewed export opportunities with Iran.

The new cocoa price aims to improve farmer incomes and fulfil the government’s promise of aligning earnings with FOB value.

Sales volume expected to decline 7% as cocoa price volatility and B2B disruptions weigh on global chocolate demand.