FI Fast Break audio news: Oct. 29, 2025
The Fast Break news podcast touches on U.S. consumer confidence hitting a six-month low. as worries about job availability weigh on America.
Tag: coffee prices
Can Congress Fix Runaway Coffee Inflation?
Congress brewed up the “No Coffee Tax Act” to slash tariffs and tame surging bean prices. But with climate shocks and record demand, the fix may need more than a legislative shot.
Ranking the Highest-Rising Restaurant Menu Prices
Restaurant menu prices are climbing, with burgers, wings, and burritos leading the charge amid rising ingredient costs. New data reveals inflation’s bite is hitting both entrees and profits.
Why Tariffs Have Mattered for a Seemingly Insulated Food Industry
The ripple effects of tariffs are biting the food industry. From cost pressures to shifting consumer habits, even insulated players are feeling the squeeze in a market that’s quietly turning recessionary.
On the Grind: Cold Brew Coffee Resonating with Hustle Culture
Cold brew coffee has become a $6.5 billion market, as the “at-home barista” trend gains steam. Young adults increasingly crave caffeine in the form of RTD coffee drinks.
FI Small Bites: Coffee Industry Latest
Despite the recent downward trend in coffee exports, the latest reports show some light in the darkened tunnel. What’s making things look brighter in the world of java? The Food Institute has the latest. Produced …