Industry Influence - China's tobacco industry possesses significant influence [1]

Market Trends - American adult smokers have fallen by approximately 20 million in the past decade [1] - Cigarette sales have decreased by over a third in the past decade [1] Industry Performance - Despite declining smoking rates and cigarette sales, the tobacco industry is thriving [1]

Industry Trends - The number of American adult smokers has fallen by approximately 20 million in the past decade [1] - Cigarette sales have decreased by over 33% (one-third) [1] Financial Performance - Despite the decline in smokers and cigarette sales, the tobacco industry is thriving [1]