A simple pack of cigarettes now costs more than many people expect, and in France the price has climbed so high that it’s becoming a national debate. Many smokers blame tobacco companies, others blame the government, but the truth behind why a single pack can reach around €13 in 2026 is far more complex than most people realize, but,
In reality nearly 75–80% of the price comes from taxes set by the government, while manufacturers and tobacconists keep only a small portion of the final cost. With prices rising from about €3 in the early 2000s to nearly €13 today—and projections suggesting packs could reach €20 or even €26 by 2040—the real question is whether these increases will actually reduce smoking or simply push people toward cheaper markets and smuggling… therefore,