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The Coffee Industry in 2026 (Part 2): Geopolitical Volatility and Coffee in 2026 - Felipe Croce and Angel Barrera
This is Part 2 of a 5-part series on the coffee industry in 2026 with Felipe Croce (FAF Coffees) and Angel Barrera (Belco).
This episode focuses on geopolitical “tectonic plate” movements and what they mean for coffee businesses. The discussion covers currency volatility, the role of the US dollar, emerging alternatives such as stablecoins, and how exporters and importers may need to adapt to remain resilient in an increasingly uncertain global environment.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction: Aligning Away from US Dependency
02:28 Welcome to The Daily Coffee Pro
02:48 Geopolitics and Coffee in 2026…
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