Dec 29, 2015 Coffee Futures, Yunnan Green Prices & Market Trends

If you're tracking global or local coffee price movements—whether you're a roaster, trader, or just deeply curious—knowing the numbers matters. On December 29, 2015, several key coffee pricing points were recorded, offering a snapshot of the market on that day. Here’s what those figures tell us.

On December 29, 2015, the C-type coffee futures closed at 121.15 US cents per pound (approximately RMB 17.28 per kilogram), down 2% from the previous day. That day’s trading opened at 118.85 cents/lb (RMB 16.952/kg), peaked at 122.4 cents/lb (RMB 17.458/kg), and hit a low of 118.4 cents/lb (RMB 16.887/kg). The data comes from the New York Futures Exchange.

What Yunnan Green Coffee Was Buying For That Day

While international prices fluctuated, local prices in Yunnan told a different story. On the same date, the purchase price for Yunnan local fresh coffee beans was reported at 106.429 US cents per pound, equivalent to roughly RMB 15.18 per kilogram. This figure was provided by Nestlé Yunnan, reflecting what local producers were earning for their freshly harvested beans.

How These Prices Fit Into the Bigger Picture

The difference between the C-market futures price and the Yunnan local green bean price highlights the gap between global commodity pricing and what local farmers actually receive. While the C-market traded at over 121 cents/lb, Yunnan growers saw a lower rate—around 106 cents/lb. That 15-cent spread can have significant implications for grower livelihoods and regional market dynamics. These numbers also serve as historical context for how pricing structures looked nearly a decade ago, especially before many specialty-focused reforms took deeper root in origin regions.

Where This Data Comes From

All the figures cited come from verifiable sources: the New York Futures Exchange for the C-type coffee futures, and Nestlé Yunnan for the local green bean price. No approximations have been made beyond standard currency conversion. The figures reflect a specific day’s trading and purchasing environment, offering a factual glimpse into coffee economics at the end of 2015.

Frequently Asked Questions

What was the C-type coffee futures price on December 29, 2015?

On December 29, 2015, the C-type coffee futures closed at 121.15 US cents per pound, which is approximately RMB 17.28 per kilogram. The day’s trading opened at 118.85 cents/lb (RMB 16.952/kg), hit a high of 122.4 cents/lb (RMB 17.458/kg), and a low of 118.4 cents/lb (RMB 16.887/kg). The price was down 2% from the prior day.

What was the Yunnan local green bean purchase price on the same date?

On December 29, 2015, the local purchase price for Yunnan fresh coffee beans was 106.429 US cents per pound, equal to about RMB 15.18 per kilogram. This price was reported by Nestlé Yunnan.

How do the international futures price and Yunnan local price compare?

The international C-market futures price was higher than the Yunnan local green bean price. On December 29, 2015, the C-market closed at 121.15 cents/lb, while Yunnan’s local price was 106.429 cents/lb—a difference of roughly 15 cents per pound.

Where does this pricing data come from?

The C-type coffee futures price is sourced from the New York Futures Exchange, and the Yunnan local green bean purchase price comes from Nestlé Yunnan. All figures are reported as factual, with no estimation beyond standard currency conversions.

Why is there a difference between global and local coffee prices?

The price difference reflects the gap between global commodity market rates (like the C-market) and what local farmers or producers are paid. Many factors influence this gap, including middlemen, export costs, and market access, which can significantly affect local producer earnings.

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