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Home โบ Stocks โบ Philip Morris International Inc. (PM) Stock Forecast & Price Prediction United States | NYSE | Consumer Defensive | Tobacco
$180.19
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Based on our analysis of 5 Wall Street analysts, PM has a bullish consensus with a median price target of $200.00 (ranging from $171.00 to $210.00). The overall analyst rating is Strong Buy (8.4/10). Currently trading at $180.19, the median forecast implies a 11.0% upside. This outlook is supported by 11 Buy, 4 Hold, and 0 Sell ratings.
Please note that analyst price targets are forward-looking estimates subject to substantial market, economic, and company-specific risks. Past performance does not guarantee future results, and actual stock performance may materially differ from these projections. Investors should conduct their own due diligence and consider their investment objectives and risk tolerance before making investment decisions.
These are the latest 20 analyst ratings and price targets for PM.
| Date | Firm | Analyst | Rating | Change | Price Target |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 2, 2026 | UBS | Faham Baig | Neutral | Maintains | $182.00 |
| Jun 3, 2026 | Morgan Stanley | Overweight | Maintains | $N/A | |
| Apr 23, 2026 | Needham | Buy | Reiterates | $N/A | |
| Apr 17, 2026 | UBS | Neutral | Maintains | $N/A | |
| Apr 17, 2026 | Morgan Stanley | Overweight | Maintains | $N/A | |
| Apr 13, 2026 | Needham | Buy | Maintains | $N/A | |
| Apr 10, 2026 | Stifel | Buy | Maintains | $N/A | |
| Feb 10, 2026 | Citigroup | Buy | Maintains | $N/A | |
| Feb 10, 2026 | Needham | Buy | Maintains | $N/A | |
| Jan 20, 2026 | Jefferies | Hold | Downgrade | $N/A | |
| Nov 26, 2025 | JP Morgan | Overweight | Maintains | $N/A | |
| Nov 17, 2025 | Barclays | Overweight | Maintains | $N/A | |
| Sep 5, 2025 | UBS | Neutral | Maintains | $N/A | |
| Jul 30, 2025 | Barclays | Overweight | Maintains | $N/A | |
| Jul 23, 2025 | Needham | Buy | Reiterates | $N/A | |
| Jul 14, 2025 | UBS | Neutral | Maintains | $N/A | |
| Jul 10, 2025 | Citigroup | Buy | Maintains | $N/A | |
| Jul 10, 2025 | JP Morgan | Overweight | Maintains | $N/A | |
| Jul 10, 2025 | Barclays | Overweight | Maintains | $N/A | |
| Jul 9, 2025 | Jefferies | Buy | Initiates | $N/A |
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Philip Morris International Inc. has a market capitalization of $280.84B with a P/E ratio of 25.6x. The company generates $41.49B in trailing twelve-month revenue with a 26.7% profit margin.
Revenue growth is +9.1% quarter-over-quarter, while maintaining an operating margin of +36.0% and return on equity of -141.0%.
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Produces tobacco and smoke-free products globally.
The company generates revenue through a diverse range of tobacco products, including traditional cigarettes and innovative smoke-free alternatives. Its flagship brand, Marlboro, continues to be a strong revenue source, but products like Iqos and Zyn are increasingly important as they drive growth in the reduced-harm segment.
Philip Morris International has a significant focus on research and development, especially for nicotine delivery systems that minimize health risks. The company operates from its headquarters in Lausanne, Switzerland, and has a global reach, selling products in over 180 countries. Following its separation from Altria Group in 2008, it has established itself as a key player in both the combustible and smoke-free tobacco markets.
Consumer Defensive
Tobacco
84,900
Mr. Jacek Olczak
United States
2008
Philip Morris International is set to release its earnings report soon; however, the author expresses a decision not to invest in the company.
Negative sentiment around Philip Morris International's earnings could signal lower future profitability, impacting stock performance and investor confidence.
Pension funds and major endowments have blacklisted cigarette makers for nearly a decade due to strict sustainability mandates.
Pension funds and endowments blacklisting cigarette makers signals a shift in investment strategies towards sustainability, potentially impacting stock prices and investment flows in the tobacco sector.
Investors are increasingly scrutinizing companies transitioning away from cigarette production.
A shift away from cigarettes suggests potential growth in alternative products, impacting company valuations and investment strategies in the tobacco sector.
Altria retains strong U.S. market share with Marlboro, generating significant free cash flow. Philip Morris is expanding its smoke-free brands, IQOS and ZYN, in over 100 markets globally.
Altria's strong cash flow supports stability, while Philip Morris's global expansion in smoke-free products signals growth potential, impacting market competition and investment strategies.
The FDA approved 20 Zyn nicotine pouch products from Philip Morris to carry a modified-risk claim, enhancing their market position as cigarette sales decline.
The FDA's approval boosts Philip Morris' market position and credibility for Zyn products, potentially increasing sales as cigarette demand drops, impacting overall revenue and stock performance.
The FDA has permitted Philip Morris to market its Zyn nicotine pouches as less harmful than cigarettes, which may impact investor sentiment and market dynamics in the tobacco sector.
FDA approval for Philip Morris to market Zyn as less harmful may boost sales, reshape nicotine product perceptions, and impact tobacco stock valuations positively.
Based on our analysis of 5 Wall Street analysts, Philip Morris International Inc. (PM) has a median price target of $200.00. The highest price target is $210.00 and the lowest is $171.00.
According to current analyst ratings, PM has 11 Buy ratings, 4 Hold ratings, and 0 Sell ratings. The stock is currently trading at $180.19. Always conduct your own research and consider your investment goals before making investment decisions.
Wall Street analysts predict PM stock could reach $200.00 in the next 12 months. This represents a 11.0% increase from the current price of $180.19. Please note that this is a projection by Wall Street analysts and not a guarantee.
The company generates revenue through a diverse range of tobacco products, including traditional cigarettes and innovative smoke-free alternatives. Its flagship brand, Marlboro, continues to be a strong revenue source, but products like Iqos and Zyn are increasingly important as they drive growth in the reduced-harm segment.
The highest price target for PM is $210.00 from at , which represents a 16.5% increase from the current price of $180.19.
The lowest price target for PM is $171.00 from at , which represents a -5.1% decrease from the current price of $180.19.
The overall analyst consensus for PM is bullish. Out of 5 Wall Street analysts, 11 rate it as Buy, 4 as Hold, and 0 as Sell, with a median price target of $200.00.
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