Cocoa Market Struggling with Unprecedented Shortages
By
Lorenzo D'Amore
1 min read
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The global cocoa market is facing unprecedented shortages, leading to a surge in prices that have more than doubled in just three months. This rally has disrupted physical trading and is now impacting the futures market. Traders, processors, and chocolate makers are feeling the pressure as they are forced to cover their trades with more cash or consider exiting the market.