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Unemployment remains high, companies face labour shortages and some sectors are further from recovery, which is prompting the government to target aid based on need.

Ready-to-drink beverages, concentrated drink mixtures and dispensed beverages like slushies and fountain sodas will all be subject to the tax.

"The manufacturer's data demonstrates its tobacco-flavoured products could benefit addicted adult smokers who switch to these products - either completely or with a significant reduction in cigarette consumption.''

Shipping, labour and other input costs are projected to remain high, driving up prices.

Some markets have even seen double-digit week-over-week price increases.

Increases tied to the rate of inflation.

It will also sell its products only behind counters at retailers in the state that have ID scanners to ensure customers are of age.

While finance experts like to critique the daily coffee spend. After 18 months at home, consumers (even those working from home) are ready to splurge.