"Cigarettes in Germany" Published
Since the introduction of the smoking ban in public buildings including food outlets, the weather has played an important role in the consumption patterns of cigarettes in Germany. When the weather is favourable, smokers spend the bulk of the time outside, which helps to boost demand. Especially in restaurants, bars and pubs, where most of smoking is carried out in a social environment, good weather plays an important role in improving sales, as smokers are able to sit outdoors.
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