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Philip Morris Faces Key Test With US Heated Tobacco Push

Philip Morris International's goals for heated tobacco in the United States are reachable, analysts and investors say, even though rivals see limited poten...

UK To Introduce Bill To Phase Out Smoking Among Young People

The British government will introduce a bill in parliament to fulfil its promise to phase out smoking among young people by banning tobacco ...

Britain Eyes Extra Tax On Vaping From 2026

British finance minister Jeremy Hunt said he is planning to introduce an extra tax on vaping products from October 2026, aiming to make the habit more expe...

Japan Tobacco Sees More Growth In Cigarette Revenues In 2024

Japan Tobacco has forecast a 3.9% rise in 2024 core revenue for its cigarette business, as higher prices and growth in income from smoking alternative...

Altria Edges Past Quarterly Profit Expectations On Higher Pricing

Marlboro maker Altria edged past fourth-quarter adjusted profit expectations, as higher prices and a shift to alternative nicotine products helpe...

Britain's Disposable Vape Ban Hits Stocks, Divides Experts

Britain's plan to ban disposable vapes hit some e-cigarette stocks and drew a mixed reaction from experts, with some concerned it could hurt efforts t...

BAT Ireland Calls For Ban On Vape Flavours That Target 'Underage' Consumers

Tobacco firm BAT, which is also a major player in the vaping sector, has called for a ban on 'confectionery, dessert and soft drink' vape flavours in Irela...