Philip Morris lowers annual profit view on cost pressures
Philip Morris lowered its 2026 profit forecast due to rising energy costs and currency swings. CEO Jacek Olczak noted that competitive markets limit price hikes.
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Philip Morris cut its 2026 annual profit forecast on Tuesday due to rising energy costs and unfavorable currency swings. Philip Morris lowered its adjusted EPS guidance to a range of $8.31 to $8.46, representing 10.2% to 12.2% growth from 2025. The revision signals that even dominant market leaders face limits in passing higher operational costs to price-sensitive consumers.
