Takeaways:

• Coffee prices skyrocketed by 21% in 2025, making your daily brew cost a bit more.
• Weather issues in Brazil seriously impacted coffee production, driving prices higher for us.
• The 50% tariff from the Trump era is still affecting coffee prices today for consumers.
• Many roasters are passing on increased costs to customers, which is hitting our wallets hard.
• The average household lost around $4,000 in purchasing power in 2025, which is significant.
• Small price increases can sneak up on you, like the extra 30 cents on your coffee beans.

Links referenced in this episode:

• jamesabrown.net
• jamesabrown.net

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