The Coffee Industry in 2026 (Part 2): Geopolitical Volatility and Coffee in 2026 - Felipe Croce and Angel Barrera

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This is Part 2 of a 5-part series on the coffee industry in 2026 with Felipe Croce (FAF Coffees) and Angel Barrera (Belco).

This episode focuses on geopolitical “tectonic plate” movements and what they mean for coffee businesses. The discussion covers currency volatility, the role of the US dollar, emerging alternatives such as stablecoins, and how exporters and importers may need to adapt to remain resilient in an increasingly uncertain global environment.

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Connect with the guests

Connect with Angel Barrera and Belco:
https://www.belco.fr/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/angel-barrera-8a0b2236/
https://www.instagram.com/koliafobiano/
https://www.instagram.com/belco.coffee/

Connect with Felipe Croce and FAF Coffees:
https://www.instagram.com/felipecroce/
https://www.instagram.com/fafcoffees/
https://fafbrazil.com/

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