Ground coffee prices in Canada have surged by 19% since the start of 2025, according to Statistics Canada — making it one of the fastest-rising food items on grocery store shelves this year. Many consumers may attribute the spike to global market volatility, especially after coffee futures soared to a record high of over US$4.40 per pound in February. But that explanation no longer holds as futures have since dropped by more than 30%, yet retail prices remain stubbornly high. So, what’s driving this divergence? Read More