As previously reported, Argus downgraded Philip Morris to Hold from Buy with no price target. Tobacco usage has been on decline due to high taxes, government actions, social changes and health concerns, the analyst tells investors in a research note. The company also faces a range of legal and regulatory risks, including smoking bans, restrictions on package advertising, and FDA regulation of both smoke-free and combustible products, the firm added.
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