Cigar Industry
Europe’s Cigar Bundling Problem
Most European cigar retailers won't sell sought-after Cubans on their own. They bundle them with stock you don't…
June 21, 2026
Habanos Refutes Claim that Cuban Cigars Are Made with Non-Cuban Tobacco
A claim that Cuban cigars are not made entirely from Cuban tobacco, long whispered in the trade, was…
June 14, 2026
The UK Is Killing Cigar Culture
The Tobacco and Vapes Act 2026 does not just target cigarettes. It sweeps handmade cigars, specialist tobacconists and…
May 27, 2026
Before You Start a Cigar Brand, Read This
Starting a cigar brand is one of the most common dreams in the industry. The reality is far…
May 23, 2026
American Takeover of Cuba Will Be the End of Luxury Cigars
A US takeover of Cuba is looking more likely than it has for a long time. The tobacco…
May 19, 2026
AI Content Is Unacceptable in the Cigar Industry
The cigar industry has built its reputation on craft and authenticity. Some brands are now using AI to…
May 1, 2026
The UK Generational Smoking Ban Is Here and Is Unlikely to Be Overturned
The Tobacco and Vapes Bill has cleared Parliament. Inside the cigar industry, many expect a future government to…
April 22, 2026
Davidoff UK Profits Fall Despite Growth
Davidoff Distribution (UK) has posted back-to-back profitable years, but profit fell in 2025 despite stronger sales. We sent…
April 9, 2026
New World Cigar Distributor’s Profit Fell 90% in a Year
Tor Imports' latest annual accounts show a 90% drop in profit, from £333,000 to just £34,000. We put…
April 6, 2026