The Economy, Stupid Choconomics: The Rising Cost Of Chocolate
Mar 28, 2024
Tina Angelidis and Pia Piggott discuss the rising cost of cocoa beans and its impact on chocolate prices. They explore challenges faced by cocoa farmers, the use of futures contracts in managing costs, and ethical sourcing issues in the industry. The episode also touches on the significance of Easter for chocolate sales and the luxury aspect of chocolate amidst price increases.
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Introduction
00:00 • 2min
Easter Season and Chocolate Industry Analysis
01:31 • 9min
Challenges in the Cocoa Industry
10:37 • 9min
Analysis of Rising Cocoa Prices and Chocolate Value Chain
19:44 • 2min
Ethical Sourcing Challenges in Cocoa Industry
21:15 • 4min
The Resilient Nature of Chocolate
24:51 • 4min