British American Tobacco (LON:BATS) First Half 2025 Results

Key Financial Results

Revenue: UK£12.1b (down 2.2% from 1H 2024). Net income: UK£4.49b (flat on 1H 2024). Profit margin: 37% (up from 36% in 1H 2024). EPS: UK£2.05 (up from UK£2.01 in 1H 2024).

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All figures shown in the chart above are for the trailing 12 month (TTM) period

British American Tobacco EPS Beats Expectations

Revenue was in line with analyst estimates. Earnings per share (EPS) surpassed analyst estimates by 24%.

Looking ahead, revenue is forecast to grow 2.2% p.a. on average during the next 3 years, compared to a 2.5% growth forecast for the Global Tobacco industry.

Performance of the market in the United Kingdom.

The company's shares are up 5.9% from a week ago.

Risk Analysis

It's still necessary to consider the ever-present spectre of investment risk.  We've identified 3 warning signs  with British American Tobacco, and understanding these should be part of your investment process.

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