Philip Morris's smoke-free product portfolio (IQOS, ZYN) has reached 40% of revenue with ZYN shortage in the US validating demand and pricing power. IQOS recapture from Altria provides US accelerator. Smoke-free transition arc is well-established with credibility. Regulatory risk around oral nicotine products is the key swing factor. Dividend and FCF generation remain robust. Best-in-class capital allocation among consumer staples.
Thesis reviewed May 29, 2026
Philip Morris International Inc. is headquartered in United States, which is currently showing moderate signals.
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| NIO | NIO Inc | 27 | -10% | ↑2% | AVOID |
| JD | JD.com Inc | 27 | +13% | ↑2% | EARLY |
| LI | Li Auto Inc | 27 | +7% | ↑2% | NEUTRAL |
| PDD | PDD Holdings Inc | 27 | -4% | ↑2% | AVOID |
| DEO | Diageo PLC | 27 | +8% | ↑2% | NEUTRAL |
| ULVR.L | Unilever | 27 | — | ↑2% | NEUTRAL |
| BTI | British American Tobacco PLC | 27 | +14% | ↑2% | EARLY |
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ZYN shipments hit 175M cans, supply chain investment ramping
IQOS US launch shows strong early conversion from cigarettes
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