ICO Coffee Price Index Holds Near September Levels

October Composite Edges Down 0.3%

The International Coffee Organization’s October 2026 market report put the composite indicator at 261.26 US cents per pound, 0.3% below September. All three Arabica group indicators gained during October. Other Milds rose 1.7%, and the Robustas indicator fell 2.0%. The ICO also applied updated group weights to the composite from October 1.

September Green Coffee Shipments Increase

The ICO reported 10.19 million bags of green coffee shipped globally in September 2026, an increase of 5.8% from September 2025. Robusta green shipments rose 15.7%, and Arabica green shipments rose 0.2%. Exports across all forms of coffee fell 0.7% as soluble shipments declined. The trade data cover September, a month earlier than the price data.

Buyer Perspective

For buyers refreshing a quotation for washed Ethiopian Arabica, the Other Milds indicator provides one point of reference. Record the named lot, preparation, shipment window, and any agreed differential alongside the quote. Those details determine whether a new offer still covers the same coffee and delivery commitment.