Port arrivals in Abidjan and San Pedro run ahead of last season; grinders remain cautious.
31 Jul 2026 · 2 min read
Cocoa futures eased in London trading as port arrival estimates for the Ivorian mid-crop came in ahead of last season's pace.
Exporters report improved bean quality, though grinders in Europe remain cautious ahead of quarterly grind data.
What to watch: farm-gate price announcements and any revisions to forward sales for the next main crop.
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