The forecast for male daily smokers aged 15+ in Norway indicates a significant downward trend from 2024 to 2028. In 2023, the actual percentage of male daily smokers stood at 7%, decreasing consistently in the subsequent years. By 2028, the forecast predicts the percentage will stabilize at 3%.
- From 2024 to 2025, a year-on-year decline of 16.67% is noted.
- The trend continues with a 20% reduction each year from 2025 to 2026, and 2026 to 2027.
- For 2027 to 2028, the value remains constant, showing no year-on-year change.
- The Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) over the five-year forecast period is approximately -16.51%, highlighting a substantial average decrease in male daily smoking.
Future trends to monitor include the impact of stricter tobacco regulations, public health campaigns, and shifts towards alternative nicotine products, which could further influence smoking habits.
