The Latest Breaking News from Tobacco

The 1970s were a time of cultural shifts and evolving societal norms. Many practices considered acceptable then are now banned due to increased awareness and legal reforms. From everyday habits to workplace behaviors, the past offers a stark contrast to today’s standards. Understanding these changes provides insight into our society’s…

Altria Group has notably underperformed the consumer defensive sector over the past year, yet analysts remain unsure about the stock’s long-term prospects.

Experts are backing a premier's call to rethink a tobacco tax that has driven Australia's cigarette prices to world-leading levels and created a black market.

Countries like Italy, Greece and Romania, which have lower taxes than other member states, are against the proposal.

Progressive increases in cigarette taxes have dented smoking rates and boosted government coffers, but a surging black market is prompting calls for a rethink.

Industry giant paid for Lord Vaizey’s trip to Switzerland before he tabled amendment to tobacco and vapes bill

France recently banned single-use vapes and nicotine pouches as part of its plan to foster a tobacco-free generation. But, as the world marks the annual World No Tobacco Day on Saturday, a group of public health advocates and MPs want to go further – by introducing a generational tobacco ban…

After glamorizing tobacco for decades, France is preparing for its most sweeping smoking ban yet

A breach of the ban — which is part of France's wider National Tobacco Control Programme, announced in November 2023 — could be punishable with a €135 fine.