| Category | Market Share | 2026 Size | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|
| Disposable e-cigarettes | ~60% | $8.2B | Growing (+14% YoY) |
| Closed pod systems | ~25% | ~$3.3B | Stable (Vuse/JUUL/NJOY) |
| Open systems / e-liquid | ~8% | ~$1.0B | Declining (enthusiast market) |
| Nicotine pouches | ~5% | ~$0.7B | Fastest-growing segment |
| Heated tobacco / other | ~2% | ~$0.3B | Niche (IQOS expansion) |
Source: Category estimates based on multiple data sources, cross-referenced with company financials. [SINGLE_SOURCE] for individual category breakdowns.
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