Key Market Indicators
Emirati tobacco production is projected to decline significantly, with estimates suggesting a drop to 57 metric tons by 2028. This marks a steep fall from the 136 metric tons recorded in 2023, translating to a year-on-year compound annual growth rate (CAGR) decrease of approximately 13.8%. Since 1971, the supply of tobacco in the United Arab Emirates has been on a downward trend, with an average annual decline of 8.8%. In 2023, the UAE was ranked 98th globally in tobacco production. Notably, Somalia surpassed the UAE, also producing 136 metric tons. On the global stage, India, Brazil, and Zimbabwe hold the top three positions in tobacco production, respectively.
