PROSPECTS AND OPPORTUNITIES
Further declines expected for the category, in light of changing regulations and evolving consumer trends
The future of the cigars and cigarillos category in Belgium looks challenging, with the consumer base expected to continue shrinking. This decline is driven by a combination of factors, including the ageing demographic of current consumers and the old-fashioned image associated with cigars and cigarillos, which struggles to attract younger generations.
In a cross-category trend, the new display ban will affect distribution over the forecast period
In a cross-category trend, the new display ban will have a significant impact on the distribution landscape and sales patterns of cigars, cigarillos, and smoking tobacco over the forecast period. As sellers are forced to focus on high-rotation tobacco products, the variety of available options will decrease, particularly for smoking tobacco.
No innovation expected for the foreseeable future
Innovation in cigars, cigarillos, and smoking tobacco will be severely limited over the forecast period due to the growing regulatory environment, with no significant developments expected for the foreseeable future. With regulations like the display ban and excise increases, manufacturers and retailers face significant barriers to introducing new products or concepts.
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Overview:
Understand the latest market trends and future growth opportunities for the Cigars, Cigarillos and Smoking Tobacco industry in Belgium with research from Euromonitor International's team of in-country analysts – experts by industry and geographic specialisation.
Key trends are clearly and succinctly summarised alongside the most current research data available. Understand and assess competitive threats and plan corporate strategy with our qualitative analysis, insight and confident growth projections.
If you're in the Cigars, Cigarillos and Smoking Tobacco industry in Belgium, our research will help you to make informed, intelligent decisions; to recognise and profit from opportunity, or to offer resilience amidst market uncertainty.
The Cigars, Cigarillos and Smoking Tobacco in Belgium report includes:
- Analysis of key supply-side and demand trends
- Detailed segmentation of international and local products
- Historic volume and value sizes, company and brand market shares
- Five year forecasts of market trends and market growth
- Robust and transparent research methodology, conducted in-country
This report answers:
- What is the market size of Cigars, Cigarillos and Smoking Tobacco in Belgium?
- Which are the leading brands in Cigars, Cigarillos and Smoking Tobacco in Belgium?
- How are products distributed in Cigars, Cigarillos and Smoking Tobacco in Belgium?
- Which category is the most heavily taxed in Belgium?
- How is the operating environment for Cigars, Cigarillos and Smoking Tobacco changing?
- What are the current legislative restrictions applicable to the sale of Cigars, Cigarillos and Smoking Tobacco products in Belgium?
- How has COVID-19 impacted demand?
- How have national lockdown and enforced home seclusion following COVID-19 impacted sales?
- Where is future growth expected to be most dynamic?
Cigars, Cigarillos and Smoking Tobacco in Belgium - Category analysis
KEY DATA FINDINGS
Sales decline due to excise duties pushing up prices, in addition to a declining consumer base
The big names benefit from strong brand recognition while smaller players suffer
Specialists remain important for cigars and cigarillos, with tobacconists for smoking tobacco
Further declines expected for the category, in light of changing regulations and evolving consumer trends
In a cross-category trend, the new display ban will affect distribution over the forecast period
No innovation expected for the foreseeable future
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Legislation
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Minimum legal smoking age
Smoking prevalence
Tar levels
Health warnings
Plain packaging
Advertising and sponsorship
Point-of-sale display bans
Smoking in public places
Flavoured tobacco product ban
Reduced harm
Vapour products
PRODUCTION/IMPORTS/EXPORTS
DISCLAIMER
The following categories and subcategories are included:
Cigars, Cigarillos and Smoking Tobacco
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- Cigars
- Cigarillos
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- Pipe Tobacco
- Fine Cut Tobacco
Cigars, Cigarillos and Smoking Tobacco
Combined sales of cigars, cigarillos and smoking tobacco.
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