
From July 2027, the planned sugar tax is likely to drive up the prices of many drinks.
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The federal government has made a cabinet decision to introduce a sugar tax. The measure is scheduled to come into force from July 2027.
Whether cola, iced tea or energy drink: from July 2027, the planned sugar tax is likely to drive up the prices of many drinks. Which ones would be affected, which ones wouldn't - and how much more you might have to pay in the future.
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Introduction of the sugar tax in July 2027
Very likely · Within months

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