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Retail volume sales of cigarettes in Germany continued to decline in 2023, partly due to the steady decrease in smoking prevalence, notably among young adults. While cigarette consumption is constantly declining, it remains on a relatively high level…
Between 2021 and 2022, closed system single use in Germany gained significant growth. This, however, has also led to increasing attention from regulators. First and foremost, the EU’s Battery Directive is already having an impact as industry players…
A contrast between the volume sales declines of 2023 and the solid value sales performance of cigars and cigarillos in Germany was partly due to the continued shift towards premiumisation. This trend benefited value sales of cigars, notably through…
Following a long-term trend, retail volume sales of cigarettes in Germany continued to decline in 2023, partly due to the steady decrease in smoking prevalence, notably among young adults. According to the Federal Center for Health Education (BZgA),…
In 2023, tobacco in Turkey experienced remarkable growth, registering a double-digit volume increase. This notable expansion can be primarily attributed to the success achieved by both cigarettes and smoking tobacco. Cigarettes, in particular,…
In 2023, fine-cut tobacco sales witnessed a robust double-digit volume increase, albeit at a slower pace compared to the Compound Annual Growth Rate observed during the review period. This deceleration can be attributed to market saturation. Fine-cut…
In 2023, cigarette sales in Turkey experienced a significant increase in retail volume, growing at a double-digit rate. This surge can be partly attributed to a rebound in sales following a period of decline in the previous year due to adverse…
After experiencing negative sales in 2022 due to post-pandemic conditions, such as the reopening of borders and consumers resuming normal habits, tobacco in the UK recorded positive low value growth in 2023. This growth was mainly driven by rising…
Tobacco in Greece posted only modest growth in volume terms in 2023. This occurred within the context of rising levels of health awareness in the country, which had a negative impact on consumption. The cost of living crisis, spurred by a sharp rise…
The market for smokeless tobacco, e-vapour products and heated tobacco in Greece saw vibrant growth in retail volume terms in 2023. Manufacturers are increasingly shifting their focus away from traditional tobacco products, and towards new-generation…