Opten: The tobacco shop law can ruin thousands of small firms

The tobacco shop law can ruin thousands of retailers, because the profit of small shops is so small, that only a little loss in turnover can make them lossmaking – the Opten information service provider company told MTI on Tuesday.

The number of retail companies has increased steadily in recent years. Due to the openeing of the tobacco sthops, the number of newly established companies is expected to be doubled this year.

There are currently 18 759 companies operating in the retail sector, which is 1200 more than a year ago.   (MTI)