ROThe article reports that cigarette prices have increased by one leu for packages sold by at least two of the top three domestic producers, British American Tobacco (BAT) and Japan Tobacco International (JTI). The price hikes occurred at the end of June and beginning of July. BAT raised prices first on June 22, increasing the price of Kent 100 and Lucky Strike Red to 32.5 lei. Pall Mall Blue now costs 31.5 lei, while most Dunhill products are priced at 33.5 lei. JTI followed on July 1 with its own price increases. The article directs readers to Profit.ro for more detailed information.
Bias read (Center): The article presents factual data on price changes without overtly favoring any political stance. It focuses on economic information related to tobacco companies and does not engage in ideological commentary or advocacy.
