Coffee Market Starts the Week Down Amid External Pressures and Rising Stocks

The coffee market began the week with losses on international exchanges, particularly in New York, where arabica futures posted significant declines this Monday (April 21). According to analyst Eduardo Carvalhaes, the scenario remains marked by major uncertainties, making it difficult to establish consistent forecasts regarding price trends. The May/25 contract recorded the steepest drop of the day, falling by 8.70 points, while other contracts also followed the downward trend, reflecting ongoing instability in global markets.

Analysis from Barchart indicates that the decline was primarily driven by a sell-off in equity markets, which triggered widespread risk aversion among investors. As a result, several commodities, including coffee, came under pressure. An additional bearish factor was the rise in ICE-monitored arabica stocks, which reached their highest level in five weeks. This suggests a temporary easing of supply concerns, which in turn increased downward pressure on prices.

Beyond technical and financial drivers, the market is also reacting to geopolitical and trade-related issues. Ongoing turbulence in global trade—marked by higher tariffs and rising economic tensions between countries—is raising concerns about future coffee demand, especially in the United States. As consumer prices climb, there is a growing risk of reduced consumption, which could further impact international coffee prices. As a result, the market remains highly sensitive, facing frequent fluctuations and struggling to recover in the short term. Fonte: Noticias Agrícolas Café arábica amplia quedas e fecha em baixa em NY nesta segunda-feira (21) - Notícias Agrícolas