
Zest Gets Injunction Against FDA for Pouches
The court found Zest Brands is likely to succeed on claims that the FDA failed to adequately assess the impact of its 2021 PMTA regulations on small businesses.

Kenyan Tobacco Farmers Protest Harsh Working Conditions
Some farmers say they are currently bearing medical costs linked to tobacco-related ailments and accuse companies of not prioritizing worker safety.

Bangladesh’s Bidi Prices Remain Unchanged for FY27
The minister confirmed that the current framework will be maintained, keeping bidi taxation and pricing consistent with the previous fiscal year.

Oman Health Officials Call for Stronger Tobacco Laws
Experts are urging to strengthen enforcement and expand regulatory frameworks to cover both traditional tobacco and newer nicotine products.

Health Groups Urge China to Raise Tobacco Taxes
The discussion comes amid ongoing concerns that smoking rates remain relatively high despite existing control measures.

New Report Predicts 17% Increase in Cigarette Market by 2032
The U.S. cigarette market was valued at $197.3 billion in 2025, while China is projected to expand at a 4.2% CAGR to $162.5 billion by 2032.

AIR Updates Financials After Nasdaq Listing
The company reported a closing price of $6.91 per share and approximately 160.39 million ordinary shares outstanding.

19 AGs Urge F1 to Ban Nicotine Sponsorships
The coalition argued that nicotine-related sponsorships connected to Formula 1 teams and events could expose younger audiences to marketing for addictive products.

Ohio Court to Weigh Cities’ Tobacco Ban Rules
The court’s decision is expected to clarify the scope of municipal “home rule” powers in Ohio and could influence how local governments regulate a range of industries and products.

Philippine Health Groups Call for Science in Nicotine Control
The growth of unauthorized vape sales emerged as a key issue, with participants calling for stronger enforcement.

Charlie’s Holdings Touts Progress to Shareholders
The company said it strengthened liquidity and operations over the past year, including the $7.5 million sale of 16 PMTA-authorized products.

Dutch Report Raises Concerns Over Big Tobacco Getting into Cannabis
Researchers cited in the report raise concerns about industry-funded studies and communications shaping cannabis narratives.

Pentagon’s Nicotine Policy Called into Question
The article concludes that the DOD must better align clinical policy with operational reality to maintain credibility.

Zyn Expanding Flavors in the Philippines
The update broadens the brand’s existing strength architecture in the market, which now spans 1.5mg, 3mg and 6mg across multiple flavors.

KT&G Continues Growth with International Investors
The company’s appeal is being driven by both capital returns and strong operating performance.

New Article Highlights Premium Cigar Shift
The piece argues that cigars are increasingly aligned with modern consumer preferences for discretion, expertise, and immersive hospitality environments.

Pakistani Tobacco Traders Threaten Company Blocks
Traders are demanding restoration of more than 5,000 grower contracts, reinstatement of last year’s procurement quota, and greater intervention by the Pakistan Tobacco Board.

VB Distribution Secures HMRC Customs Bonded Warehouse Approval
Bonded warehouse capability lets VB defer the point at which duty becomes payable, manage the cost of the transition, and give retailers clear duty status.

One in 10 vape users still have stockpiled disposables
The UK ban sparked a massive stockpiling effort, with up to 70% of respondents admitting they bought and stored disposable vapes.

Oregon Expands Tobacco Definition to Curb Youth Nicotine Access
Starting tomorrow (June 5), Oregon is expanding what counts as a tobacco product under state law, KPTV reports. The change means oral nicotine pouches, nicotine

Pyxus Reports Record Adjusted EBITDA, Strong Q4
Pyxus International reported results for its fourth quarter and fiscal year ended March 31, 2026, highlighting a 35.2% year-over-year increase in fourth-quarter net sales, full-year

New York: First-Ever Default for Municipal Tobacco Bond Market
Bonds issued by the Nassau County Tobacco Settlement Corp. failed to make a debt payment on June 1, marking the first payment default in the

Study: Collective Trauma Reminders Spark Tobacco, Cannabis Cravings
New research from the Hebrew University of Jerusalem and the Israel Center for Addiction and Mental Health finds that merely being reminded of a collective

New York Introduces Bill for Generational Nicotine Ban
New York State has formally introduced a generational nicotine ban that would make it illegal for any person born after December 31, 2007, to purchase

Senators Press Altria, Reynolds Over Lobbying
Six U.S. senators, including Democratic whip Dick Durbin and Elizabeth Warren, sent public letters to Reynolds American and Altria asking questions about donations to and
