British American Tobacco PLC operates in the Consumer Defensive sector, within the Tobacco industry. It is one of the largest global producers of tobacco and nicotine products.
The company manufactures combustible cigarettes and a growing portfolio of non-combustible alternatives.
Its portfolio includes:
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Cigarette brands such as Dunhill, Lucky Strike, Pall Mall, and Kent.
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Vapor products under Vuse.
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Heated tobacco devices under Glo.
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Oral nicotine products under Velo.
BAT operates in over 180 markets, with meaningful revenue exposure to the United States and Europe.
Performance is influenced by regulatory changes, excise taxes, litigation risk, pricing power, and the shift toward reduced-risk nicotine products.
British American Tobacco PLC shares trade on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) under the ticker BTI.
History and Development
BAT was established in 1902 through a cross-border agreement between UK and U.S. tobacco companies.
The company expanded internationally throughout the twentieth century and strengthened its portfolio through acquisitions, including Rothmans in 1999.
In 2017, BAT acquired Reynolds American, expanding its U.S. presence.
More recently, the company has focused on next-generation products as part of its long-term business transition strategy.
Additional Information
British American Tobacco PLC (United States) is listed on the NYSE and has a market capitalization of $127.42 Billions, with shareholders equity totaling $64.45 Billions.
The company employs approximately 55.329 people and operates in the Consumer/Non-Cyclical sector, within the Smoke industry.
Over the past 12 months, British American Tobacco PLC reported $67.30 Billions in revenue, generating net income of $14.39 Billions.
Key financial metrics include a P/E ratio of 8.85, a price-to-book (P/B) ratio of 1.98, and a trailing twelve-month dividend yield of 5.13%.
The company trades under the ticker BTI.