British American Tobacco p.l.c.

BAT Hit with UK Shareholder Suit Over North Korea Sanctions

British American Tobacco is being sued in London by over 100 shareholders who allege the company did not properly disclose U.S. sanctions violations related to its North Korea operations. The legal action follows BAT's $635.2 million settlement with U.S. authorities in 2023.

Regulation Mar 6

BAT Shares Edge Higher on Buyback Activity and Cautious 2026 Outlook

British American Tobacco shares gained 0.2% in early London trading following a new share repurchase disclosure. Management reaffirmed its 2026 financial targets, noting they are positioned at the lower end of previously stated ranges.

Markets Feb 20

Imperial Brands Shares Rebound After Dividend Adjustment, Buyback Activity Continues

Imperial Brands shares rose 0.6% in early Friday trading, recovering from Thursday's ex-dividend decline. The company repurchased 474,606 shares as part of its ongoing £1.45 billion buyback initiative.

Markets Feb 20

BAT Shares Gain on Reaffirmed 2026 Targets and Ongoing Share Repurchases

British American Tobacco shares advanced in early London trading after the company confirmed its 2026 financial guidance and provided an update on its ongoing share repurchase initiative.

Markets Feb 19

BAT Shares Gain on Continued Buyback Activity, Investors Eye Regulatory Decisions

British American Tobacco shares advanced in early London trading following the company's disclosure of further buyback activity, as investors monitor upcoming regulatory decisions and the ex-dividend date.

Markets Feb 17

BAT Shares Dip as AI Efficiency Drive May Lead to Job Cuts

British American Tobacco shares declined as the company warned its AI-led productivity initiative could result in job cuts. It also announced a £1.3 billion share buyback for 2026 and raised its dividend.

Earnings Feb 13

BAT Chair Term Extended Ahead of Key Earnings Report

British American Tobacco shares gained 0.6% after the board extended Chair Luc Jobin's tenure to April 2028. Investors await the company's annual results, due Thursday.

Earnings Feb 11

Imperial Brands Shares Dip Amid FTSE Weakness, Dividend Date in Focus

Imperial Brands shares fell 1.1% in early London trading, tracking a softer FTSE 100. Investors are eyeing the company's upcoming ex-dividend date on February 19.

Markets Feb 10

British American Tobacco Shares Dip Ahead of Earnings Amid Buyback and Stake Reduction

British American Tobacco shares declined 0.4% as the company disclosed a share repurchase and a reduction in Capital Group's stake. Investors await preliminary 2025 results due Thursday.

Earnings Feb 10

British American Tobacco Shares Dip Ahead of Key Earnings Report

British American Tobacco shares edged lower in early London trading following a routine buyback update, underperforming the broader FTSE 100 as investors await crucial full-year results and 2026 guidance.

Earnings Feb 9

British American Tobacco Gains Ahead of Earnings, Buyback Continues

British American Tobacco shares rose 1.2% to 4,609 pence Friday, outperforming the FTSE 100. Investors await preliminary results due February 12 for updates on nicotine alternatives and competitive positioning.

Earnings Feb 8