The percentage of male daily smokers in the Netherlands is forecasted to decline from 14.4% in 2024 to 11.9% in 2028. The year-on-year variations are as follows: -4.17% in 2025, -5.07% in 2026, -4.58% in 2027, and -4.80% in 2028. Over the last two years, the trend shows a continuous decrease, with -4.17% in 2025 and -4.80% in 2028. The Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) from 2024 to 2028 is -4.66%, indicating an average annual reduction in the percentage of male daily smokers by this rate over the five-year period.
Future trends to watch for include the impact of public health campaigns, changes in tobacco regulation, and the potential increase in alternative nicotine products. Monitoring these factors is crucial as they could further influence the downward trend in male daily smoking rates.
