As of December 23, 2024, global pepper prices have remained stable with Lampung black pepper in Indonesia, Muntok white pepper, Kuching ASTA black pepper, and ASTA white pepper in Malaysia, Brazilian ASTA 570 black pepper, and Vietnamese black and white pepper all maintained at their previous prices. The domestic market in Vietnam also saw no price fluctuations, with pepper prices in various regions remaining steady around 144,500 - 145,300 VND/kg. Despite challenges such as unpredictable weather, disease prevention costs, and geopolitical instability affecting export trade, the pepper and spice industry is expecting a recovery in the Chinese market demand and is hopeful for a positive price outlook for the coming year.