Philip Morris cuts profit forecast
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Philip Morris cuts profit forecast on currency headwinds and Iran war costs

Philip Morris International, which owns brands such as Marlboro and Zyn, is lowering its profit forecast, citing headwinds in the foreign exchange market and increased costs resulting from the Iran war.

Adjusted earnings are now expected to be between $8.26 and $8.41 per share, according to the company. The previous forecast was $8.46 per share.

The company's stock, which has risen 17 percent so far this year, is down almost 3 percent in futures trading after the announcement.

The delivery volume of tobacco-free snus Zyn fell 1.2 percent to 5.1 billion cans in the second quarter, in line with forecasts.

Adjusted second-quarter earnings of $2.20 per share were better than the $2.04 per share expected. Net sales of $11.2 billion compared with an average forecast of $10.6 billion.

AuthorTT News AgencyEnglish edition by Sweden Herald, adapted for our readers
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