The global e-cigarette and vape market is projected to experience rapid growth, surging from an estimated $27.75 billion in 2024 to $67.11 billion by 2029, at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 19.3%. This expansion is largely driven by a growing consumer preference for safer alternatives to traditional smoking, increased health awareness, and continuous innovation in vaping technology.
Read moreThe City of Beckley, West Virginia, has enacted a new ordinance, effective immediately, that imposes strict location restrictions on vape and smoke shops. Passed by the City Council after a second reading, the law aims to protect youth and make communities safer and healthier.
Read moreThe UK government has announced new plans that will require vape sellers and online marketplaces to pay for the cost of recycling their products at the end of their life. This “polluter pays” principle is part of a broader strategy to “end the UK’s throwaway culture” and manage the growing problem of electrical waste (e-waste).
Read moreThe Virginia Roanoke City Council is considering a proposal to impose a $20,000 annual operation fee on specialty vape shops. The measure, introduced by Councilman Phazhon Nash, would apply to businesses that primarily sell vaping products, not to convenience stores or gas stations that also sell them.
Read moreVapers in the United Kingdom are facing a significant price hike on e-liquids, with a new government-imposed vape duty set to take effect in October 2026. The tax will add a flat rate of 22p for every milliliter of vape liquid, a move that will dramatically increase costs for consumers, particularly those who buy larger, more cost-effective bottles.
Read moreIn the annals of American enterprise, few industries have risen as quickly or faced such a precipitous, policy-driven fall as the independent vape shop. For a brief, vibrant period, these storefronts were beacons of a modern American dream—started by former smokers turned evangelists, hobbyists turned innovators, and entrepreneurs who saw a genuine opportunity to offer a less harmful alternative to combustible tobacco. They were the heart of a grassroots harm reduction movement that helped millions of adults quit smoking. But today, that movement is being systematically dismantled. Through a combination of crushing regulatory overreach, corporate favoritism, and a pervasive moral panic disguised as public health, the American vape shop is dying. This is not just the story of a failing business model; it’s the story of how a promising public health revolution was stifled, leaving behind a trail of shuttered small businesses and a market increasingly consolidated in the hands of the very industry it sought to disrupt.
Read moreThe UK’s ban on disposable vapes, effective from June 1, 2025, has fundamentally reshaped the next-generation nicotine category for convenience store retailers. As the dust settles, understanding the nuances of what remains is more critical than ever. Which products are consumers turning to? Where are the new profit opportunities? And how has the flavor landscape shifted now that the most popular single-use devices are off the market? This guide delves into exclusive data to reveal the bestselling and most profitable next-gen nicotine lines, offering crucial insights to help retailers build a successful and compliant range for 2025 and beyond.
Read moreColombia has taken a significant legislative step to control the burgeoning vape market with the passage of its “anti-vaping law” (Ley 2354). The law, which saw its final key provisions on advertising and promotion come into force on May 9th. However, as the country begins to navigate this new regulatory landscape, a complex reality is emerging. While the law on paper is comprehensive, its real-world implementation is fraught with challenges, including a thriving informal sales market, a contentious debate over product display versus advertising, perceived inefficiencies in enforcement, and a slow rollout of public education campaigns. This deep dive explores the core tenets of Colombia’s new law and the significant hurdles it faces in achieving its public health goals.
Read moreThe city of Richmond, Virginia, has implemented new zoning restrictions that limit where new tobacco and vape shops can open. The ordinance, approved by the Richmond City Council on Monday, July 28, is part of a broader effort to reduce the number of these businesses, particularly in areas frequented by children.
Read moreVape shop owners in Tennessee are voicing confusion and concern over the phased implementation of a new state law regulating vapor products. The law, which began its rollout on July 1st with a new 10% tax, is intended to ensure only safe, legal products are sold, but retailers argue the process is “backwards” and creates significant challenges for their businesses.
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