News about the increase in special consumption tax on cigarettes in 2025
businesses: BAT Group · JTI Group · Philip Morris
- Reports suggest an increase in special consumption tax (ÖTV) on cigarettes in 2025.
- Current cigarette prices in Turkey have become a topic of interest among citizens.
- Turkey has one of the highest rates of cigarette consumption and taxation in the world.
- As of January 2025, the most expensive cigarettes are nearing 100 TL, while the cheapest range from 65-70 TL.
- Philip Morris cigarettes range from 72 to 81 TL, JTI Group's cheapest is 68 TL and most expensive is 73 TL, while BAT Group's prices vary between 71 and 89 TL.
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Analyses of the article
SENTIMENT
The article highlights the rising prices of cigarettes and the burden of increased taxation, which is likely to be viewed negatively by the public.
IMPACT
Short
The increase in special consumption tax on cigarettes will have immediate effects on cigarette prices and consumption patterns in Turkey.
RELEVANCE
Moderate
The topic is of moderate importance as it affects a specific audience concerned with cigarette prices and taxation in Turkey.
STAKEHOLDER
public
The public is directly affected by the changes in cigarette prices and taxation policies.