Pepper Market Review Week 07 2025
Dear customers, Black and White Pepper prices remained steady and unchanged from last week. Chinese buyers were unwilling to pay the asking prices of local collectors beyond 162,000 Vietnam Dongs per Kilo for whole Black Pepper Bench Mark Quality (500 grams per Liter with 13.5% Moisture). Only buyers needing immediate shipments were in the market. Many buyers anticipate that prices will likely correct and return to 150,000 Vietnam Dongs per kilo (the pre-Tet Holidays level) when arrivals peak in mid-March. While [...]
Pepper Market Movements Week 7 2025
Pepper prices in Vietnam closed this week unchanged from previous week though during the week we witnessed lot of volatility due to a combination of factors. *Key Factors of Volatility in prices :* Harvesting in traditional growing areas like Bin Phuoc Dong Nai Loc Ninh and Baria has commenced and new crop will in all probabilities will start coming to the market in a small way from week 8 and Chinese aggressive buying may take a back step Global Market Dynamics*: Changes [...]
Pepper Market Review Week 6 2025
Dear customer, Black and White Pepper prices continued to surge in week 6, both locally and internationally. Local demand surpassed supply due to limited carryover, delayed harvest, and China purchasing all available Double Washed White Pepper stocks. Exporters struggled to source Double Washed White Pepper, and offers for Old Crop Black Pepper were limited. As a result, White Pepper Processors were actively seeking Black Pepper holders. Most enterprises and their supply chain partners will fully reopen on Monday, February 10th, 2025 [...]
Pepper market updates mid week 6 2025
Pepper prices in Vietnam have surged due to a combination of factors. The country’s pepper industry is facing significant challenges, including a prolonged drought earlier this year that delayed the 2025 harvest by one to two months. This delay has affected the quality of the crop, with pepper berries not maturing as expected.¹ Additionally, Vietnam’s limited pepper stock is causing prices to rise with each transaction. The global market is also influencing prices, with Indonesia’s pepper harvest season coming [...]
Pepper Market Week 5 2025
Dear Customer Please be aware that the pepper market is likely to experience significant price fluctuations following the Lunar New Year holidays. This period has historically been volatile due to shifts in supply and demand. Several factors could contribute to a potential price surge: * **Supply Chain Disruptions:** The Lunar New Year holidays may cause delays in pepper shipments, leading to temporary supply chain disruptions and potential price increases. * **Increased Demand:** The holidays may also trigger increased demand for pepper, particularly from China, which [...]
Pepper Market Review week 4 2025
Considering the current market trends and forecasts, it seems that buying Vietnam pepper for the first quarter of 2025 might be a good decision. Here’s why: Price forecast Experts predict a positive trend for pepper prices in 2025, driven by a reduction in global supply and rising transportation costs. Delayed Harvest Vietnam’s pepper harvest is expected to be delayed by one to two months due to drought, which may lead to a supply shortage and higher prices. Increased Demand China’s pepper imports from Vietnam are [...]
Vietnam Preparing for Lunar New Year / A Good Opportunity for Coverage for 1 st Quarter 2025
Vietnam pepper prices aren’t increasing as expected, despite low carryover stocks and a delayed 2025 crop. Several factors are contributing to this stable pricing. Global Market Condition: The global pepper market is currently stable, with prices in major producing countries like Indonesia, Malaysia, and Brazil remaining steady. This stability is influencing Vietnam’s pepper prices. Low Trading Activity The pepper market is experiencing low trading activity, with farmers, agents, and exporters limiting sales in anticipation of higher prices after the Lunar New Year. Delayed Harvest While [...]
Vietnam Pepper outlook first Quarter 2025
Vietnam’s pepper prices are expected to remain high in the first quarter of 2025 due to limited supply and steady demand. The Vietnam Pepper and Spice Association forecasts that the country’s pepper output will decrease in 2025 where as we feel output to remain stable at 180’000 pmt plus minus 10 % , which will support export prices . *Key Factors Influencing Pepper Prices: Limited Supply:_ Vietnam’s pepper crop in 2025 is expected be start after Lunar new holidays by mid [...]