IN BRIEF: British American Tobacco reaffirms 2026 growth outlook

British American Tobacco PLC - London-based cigarette and nicotine product maker - Reaffirms its 2026 guidance provided at its 2025 results last Thursday, projecting performance at the lower end of its constant-currency ranges. It sees revenue growth of 3% to 5% from £25.61 billion in 2025, and 4% to 6% growth in Canada-adjusted profit from operations from £11.28 billion. It also expects between 5% and 8% growth in Canada-adjusted diluted earnings per share from 340.5 pence.

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