Coffee Rally Has Peaked But Tariffs Can Pose Risks, Lavazza Says

Coffee retail prices have peaked for now but remain vulnerable to tariff risks and regulatory changes, according to Italian roaster Luigi Lavazza SpA.

The worst is “hopefully” over, and prices at the supermarket are set to stabilize in line with the slipping costs of green or unroasted beans after a decent crop in top grower Brazil, Giuseppe Lavazza, chairman of the family-owned firm said in an interview.

Supply concerns earlier this year had sent prices soaring to record highs above $4 a pound, forcing roasters to transfer costs to consumers. That hurt demand as coffee-drinkers cut back purchases ...