Couche-Tard says inflation may be contributing to rise in cigarette smuggling
LAVAL, Que. — Alimentation Couche-Tard Inc. suspects that the rising cost of living may have contributed to a surge in cigarette smuggling into Canada. The Quebec-based convenience store and gas station operator says pressure on its cigarette sales seems to stem from a transfer of sales to the black market. CEO Brian Hannasch told analysts […]
