Tea, Coffee & Cocoa – Trade & Market Updates

The cocoa exporter completed its Series 1 redemption on schedule after attracting N165.73 billion in subscriptions across three commercial paper issuances.

The unchanged price follows a sharp decline in global cocoa prices and comes as Ivory Coast expands processing capacity and seeks greater value from its cocoa sector.

The Philippine fast-food giant says Hong Kong’s deep capital markets and access to global and regional investors better support its international growth ambitions.

The latest payment brings COCOBOD’s total DDEP-related settlements in 2026 to GH¢2.683 billion and concludes outstanding obligations to non-participating Cocoa Bill holders.

The appointment comes as Barry Callebaut reports stronger third-quarter volumes and outlines expectations for its fiscal 2025/26 performance.