Key Market Indicators
Malaysian tobacco production witnessed a decline in 2019, falling to approximately 1,030 metric tons. This marks a 6.6% decrease from the previous year's output of 1,100 metric tons in 2018. Despite this recent drop, the long-term trend shows significant growth. Since 1966, Malaysia's tobacco supply has increased by an average of 15% annually. The latest figures reflect both the challenges and progress within the country's tobacco industry over the decades.