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Hosted by Covoya Specialty Coffee · business · EN · 23 episodes
Managing Director for Covoya Specialty Coffee, Rob Stephen, talks about coffee industry news and current affairs.
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Signup to Generate a PitchCoffee Memo with Rob Stephen is hosted by Covoya Specialty Coffee. The show has published 23 episodes to date.
Recent episodes include "Coffee Memo | Travel, SCA, Decaf, Free Trade, Market" (7 July 2026, 24 minutes), "Coffee Memo | Rob Talks Moving Market and the T Word Ep. 20" (5 June 2026, 16 minutes), and "Coffee Memo | Rob Talks El Nino Ep. 19" (26 May 2026, 18 minutes).
Coffee Memo with Rob Stephen publishes roughly every two weeks, with episodes averaging 21 minutes across 23 episodes.
Booking probability for Coffee Memo with Rob Stephen is 45%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. Coffee Memo with Rob Stephen requires a Pod Score of 81 or higher. Coffee Memo with Rob Stephen's contact route on record: verified email.
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Covoya Specialty Coffee hosts Coffee Memo with Rob Stephen, a business show with 23 episodes published.
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Episode #21
Key Topics Industry evolution and future outlook Consumer trends in Europe Impact of USMCA on coffee trade Decaffeination methods and regulations Market volatility and supply chain dynamics European coffee culture and...
Episode #20
<p>Takeaways</p> We've had price movement down, which is great for roasters. Caution is warranted in the current market. We have very smart people here at Cavoya. It's very frustrating for everyone involved with...
Episode #19
<p>Takeaways</p> Weather is a powerful and often misunderstood aspect of the coffee industry. El Niño and La Niña significantly influence coffee production and market dynamics. The impact of weather on coffee is not...
Episode #18
<p>Takeaways</p> The coffee market is currently experiencing a sideways trading pattern. Producers are holding onto coffee due to strong financial positions. There is a large crop expected from Brazil, which may affect...
Episode #17
<p> Takeaways</p> The future of coffee is a current affair. Market trends are influenced by geopolitical events and supply chain issues. Specialty coffee producers face significant challenges, including labor costs and...
Episode #16
<p>Takeaways</p> Coffee is a heavily fertilized product. Fertilizer is essential for coffee quality and yield. Global supply chain issues are impacting fertilizer availability. Brazil relies on imports for 85% of its...
Episode #15
<p>Topics Include</p> Suez Canal Currency fluctuations, especially the Brazilian real and US dollar Brazilian domestic policy and its effect on coffee exports Market volatility driven by geopolitical and logistical...
Episode #14
<p>Chapters</p> <p>01:22 Rob's Morning Coffee and Brain Activation Routine</p> <p>02:11 First Data Source: Market Screen and Live Feed</p> <p>03:16 Using Charts for Market Sentiment and Direction</p> <p>04:45 Monitoring...
Episode #13
<p>Takeaways</p>February is the busiest month for coffee buyers.Current market prices are experiencing a steep decline.The gap between current and future coffee prices is narrowing.Brazil's coffee crop forecast looks...
Episode #12
<p>Takeaways</p>2025 was marked by unprecedented challenges in the coffee industry.Tariffs significantly impacted the cost structure for importers and roasters.The inverted market created disincentives to hold...
Episode #11
<p>Takeaways</p>Coffee forecasts are essentially opinions based on various data points.Mother nature plays a significant role in coffee production outcomes.Forecasts can vary widely and are often influenced by market...
Episode #10
<p>"All that this report does is tell them, are they long or are they short? If they're long, they are hoping or betting that the prices will go up. And if they're short, they're hoping or betting that the price will go...
Coffee Memo with Rob Stephen
<p>Takeaways</p>Although it's been announced that reciprocal tariffs on coffee are no longer in effect as of Friday, November 14th at 12:01 am, punitive tariffs, like those being applied to Brazil and India, remain in...
Episode #9
<p>Takeaways</p>The Intercontinental Exchange is analogous to a bank, making money from fees, services, and interest.Only certain countries can tender coffee to the exchange, some at the C price ("at par"), some at a...
Episode #8
<p>Takeaways</p>The lower the exchange certified stocks go, the more dangerous it is for the liquidity of the market.Liquidity is crucial for the stability of financial markets.Futures contracts require underlying...
Episode #7
<p>Takeaways</p>Volatility is a significant characteristic of the current coffee market.Understanding historical context is crucial for predicting future trends.Weather events have historically influenced coffee market...
Episode #6
<p>Takeaways</p>EUDR stands for European Union Deforestation Regulation.Coffee is a significant contributor to deforestation in the EU.Compliance with EUDR requires extensive documentation and traceability.Larger...
Episode #5
<p>00:00 Introduction to Coffee Memo and Current Industry Landscape</p><p>02:42 Understanding the Unprecedented Volatility in Coffee Prices</p><p>05:16 The Importance of Engagement and Peer Support</p><p>08:07...
Episode #4
<p>Takeaways</p>Tight supply and credit are major issues in the coffee industry.Working capital is crucial for navigating market fluctuations.Coffee prices have significantly increased over the past few years.Tariffs...
Episode #3
<p>Chapters</p><p>00:00 Introduction to the Inverted Market</p><p>02:49 Understanding Backwardation and Contango</p><p>05:24 Implications of the Inverted Market for Roasters</p><p>08:20 Navigating Challenges in Coffee...
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