Nairobi, Dec. 3 -- The Nairobi Coffee Exchange (NCE) posted its highest trading volume of the season on Tuesday, moving 1.21 million kilogrammes of clean coffee, equivalent to 19,570 bags, attributed to high prices on premium grades.

The auction generated $9.57 million, or approximately Sh1.24 billion, from the sale.

This was higher than the previous auction dated November 27, 2025, where 13,753 bags were sold, weighing 875,711 kilogrammes.

"Sale No. 9 delivered record volumes and strong prices, with premium AA and AB grades driving most of the value. Alliance Berries Ltd led the market by both volume and value, while Kirinyaga Slopes, Kipkelion, New KPCU, and KCCE also posted solid performances," said NCE.

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