Coffee and sugar are members of the volatile soft commodity sector of the commodities asset class. Since they began trading in the futures markets in the early 1970s, the prices have a history of massive price variance. As agricultural commodities, the weather in growing regions around the world is the most significant factor when it comes to price direction. Crop diseases can also impact annual crops, supplies, and prices.
When it comes to the demand side of the equation, the addressable market for coffee and sugar consumption is an ever-rising factor. According to the US