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EU Tobacco Tax Hike: Prices Could Surge 60%!

7/6/2025

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The EU's bold move to raise tobacco taxes could send cigarette prices soaring by 60% in Luxembourg, a hotspot for "tobacco tourism." This strategy aims to bridge price gaps and curb tobacco use, addressing serious health concerns while potentially reshaping the country's economy. Will this gamble pay off or backfire?

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The EU's bold move to raise tobacco taxes could send cigarette prices soaring by 60% in Luxembourg, a hotspot for "tobacco tourism." This strategy aims to bridge price gaps and curb tobacco use, addressing serious health concerns while potentially reshaping the country's economy. Will this gamble pay off or backfire?