Coffee prices on March 22, 2025: Sharp decline domestically

Coffee prices on March 22 globally

On the global market, coffee prices showed contrasting trends between the two main types: Arabica and Robusta. While Arabica prices declined slightly due to supply pressure, Robusta prices rebounded as concerns grew over limited supply from major producing countries.

Robusta coffee prices

• On the London exchange, Robusta futures for May 2025 increased by $ 18/ton, reaching $ 2,318/ton.
• Main reason: Concerns over a supply shortage from Vietnam, the world’s largest Robusta exporter, due to dry weather conditions in key growing regions.

Arabica coffee prices

• On the New York exchange, Arabica futures for May 2025 dropped by $ 0.45 cents/lb to $ 179.55 cents/lb.
• Main reason: The strengthening $ weakened purchasing power, while Brazil, the largest Arabica exporter, continued to have an abundant supply.

Coffee exports globally

According to the latest report, global coffee exports in February 2025 reached 10.5 million bags (60 kg each), a decline of 2.8% compared to the same period last year. This reflects a reduction in supply from major producing countries such as Vietnam and Indonesia.

Coffee prices on March 22 domestically

In the domestic market, coffee prices today saw a sharp decline in the Central Highlands and Southeast regions. The main reason for the deep drop was profit-taking pressure following a continuous rise in prices.

Coffee prices in the Central Highlands reversed their upward trend from yesterday, decreasing by VND 1,200 - VND 1,500/kg. The average purchase price is now at VND 133,500/kg.

Specifically, coffee prices in Dak Lak are currently at VND 133,500/kg, while in Lam Dong, the price stands at VND 132,500/kg. In Gia Lai, coffee is priced at VND 133,500/kg, and in Dak Nong, the price today is also VND 133,500/kg.

$ 1 = VND 25.370 - Source: Vietcombank.