CVS-- No Cigs

[hi_im_god]

Sugar and alcohol can be safely used in moderation. The same isn't true of tobacco products so distinguishing tobacco from the others is pretty easy.

This is a fairly brilliant PR move by CVS. A number of localities have already banned tobacco sales from pharmacies. While not likely to be a tidal wave, you'll see more of that in the future. Why not get ahead of the curve and look like a white knight if you can see the end already on its way? $2 billion is 3% of their total revenue. Their future will be directly providing medical care at the stores. They'll cut loose a revenue stream which would decline regardless and look like heroes by going first. Smart play.