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Cigarettes are cylindrical tobacco products wrapped in thin paper for smoking. Cigars are crafted from dried and fermented tobacco leaves for smoking. Cigarillos are small-sized cigarettes enveloped in tobacco leaves or tobacco-based paper.
The primary categories of cigarettes, cigars, and cigarillos consist of cigarettes, cigars, and cigarillos. A cigarette is a compact tube containing flammable material, typically tobacco, tightly rolled in thin paper and designed for smoking. The products within these categories may vary, including low-tar and high-tar variants, and are further segmented into mass cigars and premium cigars. They are available in different flavors, including tobacco or no flavor, as well as various flavored options. These products are distributed through a range of channels, such as supermarkets, convenience stores, e-commerce, and other distribution channels.
The cigarettes, cigars & cigarillos research report is one of a series of new reports from The Business Research Company that provides cigarettes, cigars & cigarillos statistics, including cigarettes, cigars & cigarillos industry global market size, regional shares, competitors with cigarettes, cigars & cigarillos share, detailed cigarettes, cigars & cigarillos segments, market trends and opportunities, and any further data you may need to thrive in the cigarettes, cigars & cigarillos industry. This cigarettes, cigars & cigarillos research report delivers a complete perspective of everything you need, with an in-depth analysis of the current and future scenario of the industry.
The cigarettes, cigars and cigarillos market size has grown steadily in recent years. It will grow from $257.66 billion in 2024 to $269.38 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 4.5%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to tobacco industry dominance, consumer habit and addiction, cultural and social traditions, effective marketing and branding, tobacco taxation and regulation.
The cigarettes, cigars and cigarillos market size is expected to see steady growth in the next few years. It will grow to $321.58 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 4.5%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to health-conscious consumer preferences, reduced smoking prevalence, regulations and packaging changes, alternative products and harm reduction, global market expansion. Major trends in the forecast period include flavored tobacco products, e-cigarettes and vaping, smokeless and snus products, reduced nicotine and low-tar products, luxury and premium cigars.
The global population is on the rise and is projected to reach 10 billion by 2050. This population growth translates into higher food demand. To meet the needs of this expanding population, trade volumes must also increase. Consequently, businesses in the cigarettes, cigars, and cigarillos manufacturing market are anticipated to capitalize on the growing population, leading to increased demand during the forecast period.
The rising prevalence of smoking is anticipated to drive the growth of the cigarettes, cigars, and cigarillos market in the future. Smoking involves the inhalation and exhalation of smoke resulting from the combustion of substances like tobacco, cannabis, or other herbs using items like cigarettes, cigars, or pipes. Smoking is contributing to the increased demand for cigarettes, cigars, and cigarillos, driven by factors such as marketing, the perception of luxury, product availability, pricing, and addiction. For example, in July 2022, Statistics Canada reported a 5.8% increase in cigarette production compared to June 2021, and the total number of cigarettes sold rose by 1.3% from May 2022, reaching 1.4 billion in June 2022. Therefore, the growing demand for cigarettes, cigars, and cigarillos is fueling the growth of the cigarettes, cigars, and cigarillos market.
Major companies operating in the cigarettes, cigars, and cigarillos market are increasingly focusing on innovative solutions, such as hand-rolled cannagars, to meet the growing demand for cannabis-infused products and attract consumers seeking premium, alternative smoking experiences. Hand-rolled cannagars are luxury cannabis cigars created by tightly packing cannabis flowers into a slow-burning cannabis leaf wrap. For example, in May 2024, Made in Xiaolin, a US-based creative rolling company, introduced its hand-rolled cannagar to the New York market, marking a significant entry into the premium cannabis sector. This product aims to provide a sophisticated smoking experience, showcasing high-quality cannabis and artisanal craftsmanship. The launch reflects the increasing demand for luxury cannabis products and highlights the broader expansion of the cannabis market in New York, catering to consumers seeking exclusive, upscale options for their cannabis consumption.
Major companies in the cigarettes, cigars, and cigarillos market are also focusing on innovative solutions, such as aged Dominican tobacco cigarillos, to meet the rising demand for cannabis-infused products and appeal to consumers looking for premium, alternative smoking experiences. Aged Dominican tobacco cigarillos are small, hand-rolled cigars made from high-quality Dominican tobacco that has been aged to enhance flavor and aroma. For instance, in November 2023, Gotham Cigars, LLC, a US-based tobacco company, launched a new line of cigarillos called Back Alley, crafted in the Dominican Republic with a blend of aged Dominican tobaccos. These cigarillos, measuring 4.5 inches in length with a 27-ring gauge, are packaged in pouches of three and are available in six flavors: Banana, Russian Cream, White Grape, Blue Vanilla, Mixed Berry, and Sweet. The Back Alley line aims to offer a fresh, exciting option for urban consumers, reflecting Gotham Cigars' New York City origins and Miami operations. These cigarillos are available for purchase on the company's website.
Major companies operating in the cigarettes, cigars and cigarillos market include Imperial brands PLC, Altria Group Inc., British American Tobacco PLC, Philip Morris International Inc., Gudang Garam, ITC Limited, Sampoerna, Swedish Match AB, Scandinavian Tobacco Group A/S, Godfrey Phillips India Ltd., Japan Tobacco International, Swisher International Inc., Habanos S.A., Davidoff of Geneva USA, Drew Estate Cigars, General Cigar Co. Inc., Gurkha Cigars, J.C. Newman Cigar Co., La Flor Dominicana, Oliva Cigar Co., Padron Cigars, Perdomo Cigars, Rocky Patel Premium Cigars, Arturo Fuente Cigars, Ashton Cigars, Alec Bradley Cigars, CAO Cigars, Crowned Heads, Dunbarton Tobacco & Trust, Espinosa Cigars, Foundation Cigar Co., Illusione Cigars, Joya de Nicaragua S.A., My Father Cigars Inc., Tatuaje Cigars.
Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the cigarettes, cigars, and cigarillos market in 2024. North America was the second-largest region in the cigarettes, cigars, and cigarillos market. The regions covered in the cigarettes, cigars and cigarillos market report include Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa.
The countries covered in the cigarettes, cigars and cigarillos market report are Australia, China, India, Indonesia, Japan, South Korea, Bangladesh, Thailand, Vietnam, Malaysia, Singapore, Philippines, Hong Kong, New Zealand, USA, Canada, Mexico, Brazil, Chile, Argentina, Colombia, Peru, France, Germany, UK, Austria, Belgium, Denmark, Finland, Ireland, Italy, Netherlands, Norway, Portugal, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Russia, Czech Republic, Poland, Romania, Ukraine, Saudi Arabia, Israel, Iran, Turkey, UAE, Egypt, Nigeria, South Africa
The cigarettes, cigars & cigarillos market consists of sales of flavored cigarettes, cigars & cigarillos, and non-flavored cigarettes, cigars & cigarillos. Values in this market are 'factory gate' values, that is the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.
The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD, unless otherwise specified).
The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.
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The report covers market characteristics, size and growth, segmentation, regional and country breakdowns, competitive landscape, market shares, trends and strategies for this market. It traces the market's historic and forecast market growth by geography.
The forecasts are made after considering the major factors currently impacting the market. These include the Russia-Ukraine war, rising inflation, higher interest rates, and the legacy of the COVID-19 pandemic.