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Published on Sep 3, 2025

GST Council defers rollout of 40% tax on tobacco and pan masala

The Goods and Services Tax (GST) Council has made it clear that tobacco and related products will be the only category to migrate to the new GST 2.0 framework at a later stage, even as the rest of the tax overhaul goes live from September 22, 2025. At its …

Source: The Economic Times - Center-right
Published on Sep 3, 2025

GST Council 56th Meeting: GST Council’s Big Move Ahead? Tax Rules May Change For Pan Masala & Tobacco

The 56th GST Council meeting may shift tax calculation for sin goods like pan masala and tobacco. | New Delhi: In the 56th GST Council meeting, the government is planning to change how taxes are calculated on sin goods like pan masala, chewing tobacco, and …

Source: Free Press Journal - Neutral
Published on Sep 3, 2025

Sugary Drinks, Cigarettes: Know What Gets Costlier Under GST Reform

The Goods and Services Tax (GST) Council’s sweeping reforms have not only lowered rates for several daily-use goods but also sharply increased taxes on luxury items, sin products, and select consumer categories. The Goods and Services Tax (GST) Council, at …

Source: ABP Live - Indeterminate
Published on Sep 3, 2025

GST 2.0 cuts prices on TVs, cement, bikes; milk, paneer now tax-free. Check full list

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman on Wednesday announced the biggest rate overhaul since the introduction of the Goods and Services Tax (GST) in 2017, rolling out a simplified two-slab structure under what is being dubbed as “GST 2.0.” The sweeping …

Source: India Today - Neutral
Published on Sep 3, 2025

Cigarettes to Cost a Bomb Under GST 2.0 – What About Alcohol?

Cigarettes to cost more under GST 2.0 (Representative image) GST 2.0 Updates: Smokers are in for a pocket burn as the GST Council has pushed cigarettes and other tobacco products into the punishing new 40% tax slab, up from 28%. From gutkha to bidi, pan …

Source: Times Now - Center-right
Published on Sep 3, 2025

Altria Group, Inc. (NYSE: MO) Price Prediction and Forecast 2025-2030 (September 2025)

Investing 24/7 Wall Street Shares of Altria Group Inc. (NYSE: MO) gained 7.36% over the past month after gaining 5.46% the month prior. So far in 2025, the Dividend King isn’t just outpacing its the S&P 500 with a 26.64% gain, it’s continuing to …

Source: 24/7 Wall St. - Pending
Published on Sep 7, 2025

Latest Round Of GST Reforms Has Larger Perspective Other Than Tax Reforms

By Anjan Roy The GST reforms introduced by the GST council at its September 4 meeting is a mega budget for the entire country. It will be the determining factor for the budgets of the central government as well as those of the states. The goods and …

Source: Arabian Post - Pending
Published on Sep 3, 2025

Philippines could save $687 million if 10% of smokers switch—DLSU study

MANILA—The Philippines could save up to $687 million annually if just 10 percent of its 14.4 million smokers switch to tobacco harm reduction products, a new study says. The paper by Christopher James Cabuay, an associate professor at De La Salle …

Source: Manila Standard - Pro-Government
Published on Sep 7, 2025

Gudang Garam Reportedly Faces Mass Layoffs

TEMPO.CO, Jakarta - A short video showing hundreds of uniformed employees of PT Gudang Garam Tbk shaking hands in an emotional atmosphere has gone viral on social media since Saturday afternoon, September 6, 2025. The video contains a written statement …

Source: Tempo.co - Neutral
Published on Sep 7, 2025

Albanese govt stonewalls excise reform as black market booms

Treasury has forecast an almost $7 billion loss for the federal government by 2029 as more people turn to the illegal market for their nicotine addiction. NSW Premier Chris Minns has blamed the high tax on tobacco for the rise in criminal behaviour and …

Source: Sky News Australia - Right-wing
Published on Sep 6, 2025

Congress Wants Credit For 'Gabbar Tax', Then Insults Bihar Over Beedi Tax: Nirmala Sitharaman

New Delhi: The GST reform was made possible due to the active participation of council members, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman said today, adding, "all of us should keep revenue generation about politics". In an exclusive interview with …

Source: Times Now - Center-right
Published on Sep 6, 2025

Money Matters: GST 2.0 brings relief for essentials; Alcohol, fuel remain out of its ambit

GST 2.0 reduces taxes on several essentials but excludes alcohol and petroleum. Alcohol's exclusion is constitutionally mandated, while petroleum's inclusion, though legally permissible, faces repeated deferrals by the GST Council. The government…

Source: Asianet Newsable - Center-right
Published on Sep 5, 2025

X post on proposed drop in GST rates for 'bidis' triggers row in Bihar between BJP and Congress

The BJP and Congress locked horns in Bihar on Friday over a social media post by the opposition party, which allegedly made disparaging remarks about the state while criticising the reduction in GST rates for "bidis". Leaders like Union Minister …

Source: The Economic Times - Center-right
Published on Sep 5, 2025

How Is Altria Group's Stock Performance Compared to Other Consumer Defensive Stocks?

With a market cap of $112.8 billion, Altria Group, Inc. (MO) is a leading manufacturer and marketer of tobacco products in the United States. Through its subsidiaries, the company offers a diverse portfolio that includes iconic cigarette, cigar, smokeless …

Source: Yahoo Finance - Center-left
Published on Sep 5, 2025

Battleground Bihar—Congress, BJP and ‘beedi’

The fact is ‘beedis’ and cigarettes both contain tobacco and are harmful. But ‘beedis are considered a “poor man’s smoke” The Congress on Friday sparked a political storm after its Kerala unit posted a controversial tweet drawing a parallel between Bihar …

Source: Tehelka - Pending
Published on Sep 5, 2025

GST 2.0 is here. How should you tweak your mutual fund portfolio

With Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman introducing GST 2.0 through key decisions at the 56th GST Council meeting, India’s indirect tax system is set for a major revamp. Mutual fund experts say that the biggest beneficiaries are domestic-facing sectors …

Source: The Economic Times - Center-right
Published on Sep 5, 2025

JD Vance curses out senators after heated RFK Jr. hearing: ‘Full of s–t’

Vice President JD Vance shot back at senators who clashed with Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. at a hearing before the Senate Finance Committee Thursday, saying they are “full of s–t and everyone knows it.” Sen. Ron Wyden, D-Ore., …

Source: New York Post - Right-wing
Published on Sep 4, 2025

GST overhaul: Opposition-ruled states urge Centre to set up GoM to assess revenue loss

Dharmani, who represented the state at the 56th GST Council meeting in New Delhi on 3 September, said revenue protection has become critical for states in view of mounting fiscal pressures. “As far as the GST rationalization is concerned, there was no …

Source: Mint - Neutral
Published on Sep 4, 2025

GST 2.0 guide: What gets cheaper, costlier, and everything in between

The bonanza promised by Prime Minister Narendra Modi from the ramparts of Red Fort on August 15, 2025, has materialised into reality. Just as the festival season approaches, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has delivered a comprehensive GST overhaul …

Source: India Today - Neutral

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Published on September 5, 2025 - 05:51 GMT

North America Hand-Rolled Cigar Market to Hit USD 2.2 Bn by 2035 Amid Rising Luxury Demand | Analysis Report by TMR

A hand-rolled cigar is a high-quality tobacco product that is made solely by expert artisans without the application of machines. WILMINGTON, DE, UNITED STATES, September 5, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The North America hand-rolled cigar market …

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Published on September 6, 2025 - 15:00 GMT

Lung Cancer Genetics Study Launches Open-Source Data Platform to Research Community

SAN FRANCISCO, Sept. 06, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- 23andMe Research Institute, Troper Wojcicki Philanthropies (TWP), and Lifebit today announced the official launch of an open-source data platform for the Lung Cancer Genetics Study. Launched in 2024, the …

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Published on September 6, 2025 - 12:00 GMT

Eurozone Posts 0.5 Percent Drop in July Retail Sales

(MENAFN) Retail sales in the euro area dropped by 0.5% in July compared to the previous month, exceeding market expectations, according to official data released by Eurostat on Thursday. In the broader EU, retail sales also declined by 0.4% in July. …

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Published on September 6, 2025 - 05:14 GMT

MPD Makes Arrest after Weapon Found in School

The Metropolitan Police Department announces the arrest of a suspect following the discovery of a weapon at a school in Northwest. On Wednesday, September 3, 2025, at approximately 1:01 p.m., Second District officers responded to a charter school in the …

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Published on September 6, 2025 - 05:37 GMT

Final Judgment Ordered in Rutherford County Nuisance Case

RUTHERFORD COUNTY, N.C. Following repeated criminal offenses, drug overdoses, and numerous complaints from the community, Rutherford County Sheriff Aaron Ellenburg sought support from the North Carolina Alcohol Law Enforcement Division to address …

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Published on September 5, 2025 - 11:57 GMT

President Lai presides over fifth meeting of Healthy Taiwan Promotion Committee

TAIWAN, September 4 - Details 2025-05-22 President Lai presides over fourth meeting of Healthy Taiwan Promotion Committee On the afternoon of May 22, President Lai Ching-te presided over the fourth meeting of the Healthy Taiwan Promotion Committee. In his …

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Published on September 4, 2025 - 14:00 GMT

Joint Community Initiative Supports Queens School's Anti-Vaping Efforts

ICAS Corp donates vape detectors to St. John's Prep, partnering with NYS PTA on an initiative to combine technology and education for student wellness. ASTORIA, NY, UNITED STATES, September 4, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- St. John's Preparatory …

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Published on September 4, 2025 - 23:59 GMT

Lisa Udland Joins Treasury as Counsel to the Treasurer

Lisa Udland has joined the Oregon State Treasury as Counsel to the Treasurer, a new role the legislature approved during the last full legislative session. Oregon State Treasurer Elizabeth Steiner said, “As a constitutional officer, my role as Treasurer …

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Published on December 7, 2016 - 17:55 GMT

Philip Morris International (PMI) Declares Regular Quarterly Dividend of $1.04 Per Share

Philip Morris International (PMI) Declares Regular Quarterly Dividend of $1.04 Per Share December 7, 2016

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Published on December 6, 2016 - 14:10 GMT

Massimo Ferragamo Elected to the Board of Directors of Philip Morris International (PMI)

Massimo Ferragamo Elected to the Board of Directors of Philip Morris International (PMI) December 6, 2016

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Published on December 6, 2016 - 09:24 GMT

Philip Morris International (PMI) Announces Filing of Application for Its Electronically Heated Tobacco Product with the ...

LAUSANNE, Switzerland--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Dec. 6, 2016-- Philip Morris International Inc. (“PMI”) (NYSE / Euronext Paris: PM) on Dec. 5 submitted a Modified Risk Tobacco Product (MRTP) application for its electronically heated tobacco product with the U. …

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Published on November 16, 2016 - 15:46 GMT

Philip Morris International Inc. Presents at the Morgan Stanley Global Consumer & Retail Conference; Revises, for ...

Philip Morris International Inc. Presents at the Morgan Stanley Global Consumer & Retail Conference; Revises, for Currency Only, 2016 Full-Year Reported Diluted EPS Forecast November 16, 2016

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Published on October 25, 2016 - 07:22 GMT

Philip Morris International Recognized as Global Leader for Corporate Action on Climate Change for the Third Year ...

LAUSANNE, Switzerland--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Oct. 25, 2016-- Philip Morris International Inc. (“PMI”) (NYSE/Euronext Paris: PM) today is recognized as a global leader in its action on climate change. For the third consecutive year, the company is on the CDP …

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Published on October 18, 2016 - 11:29 GMT

Philip Morris International Inc. (PMI) Reports 2016 Third-Quarter Results; Reaffirms 2016 Full-Year Reported Diluted EPS ...

Philip Morris International Inc. (PMI) Reports 2016 Third-Quarter Results; Reaffirms 2016 Full-Year Reported Diluted EPS Forecast October 18, 2016

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Published on October 14, 2016 - 07:33 GMT

Philip Morris International Recognized as Top Employer in Africa

Now certified as leading employer in 29 countries across the globe LAUSANNE, Switzerland--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Oct. 14, 2016-- Philip Morris International Inc. (PMI) (NYSE/Euronext Paris: PM) today was recognized for the first time as a Top Employer in …

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Published on October 11, 2016 - 14:19 GMT

Philip Morris International Inc. to Host Webcast of 2016 Third-Quarter Results

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Oct. 11, 2016-- Regulatory News: Philip Morris International Inc. (NYSE/Euronext Paris: PM) will host a live audio webcast at www.pmi.com/webcasts on Tuesday, October 18, 2016, at 9:00 a.m. ET to discuss its 2016 third- …

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Published on September 29, 2016 - 07:15 GMT

Philip Morris International Inc. Hosts Investor Day; Revises for Currency, and Narrows, 2016 Full-Year Reported Diluted ...

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Sep. 29, 2016-- Regulatory News: Philip Morris International Inc.’s (NYSE/Euronext Paris: PM) senior management reviews the company’s business outlook and long-term growth strategies at a two-day investor meeting starting …

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Published on September 23, 2016 - 14:01 GMT

Philip Morris International Inc. (PMI) Inaugurates Manufacturing Facility in Italy for Potentially Reduced-Risk Products*...

First manufacturing facility for large scale production of heated tobacco products Anticipated investment of approximately EUR 500 million for the facility and pre-existing pilot plant Up to 600 new jobs when fully operational Total initial annual capacity …

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Published on September 22, 2016 - 19:30 GMT

Philip Morris International Inc. to Host Webcast of 2016 Investor Day

Philip Morris International Inc. to Host Webcast of 2016 Investor Day September 22, 2016

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Published on September 16, 2016 - 10:04 GMT

Philip Morris International Welcomes Broad Interest for PMI IMPACT; New Global Initiative to Fight Smuggling and Related ...

LAUSANNE, Switzerland--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Sep. 15, 2016-- Philip Morris International Inc. (PMI) (NYSE/Euronext Paris: PM) announced today that the response to PMI IMPACT, its new global funding initiative for third party projects dedicated to fighting …

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Published on September 14, 2016 - 08:35 GMT

Philip Morris International Inc. Increases Dividend by 2% to an Annualized Rate of $4.16 Per Share

NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Sep. 14, 2016-- Regulatory News: The Board of Directors of Philip Morris International Inc. (NYSE/Euronext Paris: PM) today increased the company’s regular quarterly dividend by 2% to an annualized rate of $4.16 per share. …

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Published on September 6, 2016 - 12:45 GMT

Philip Morris International Releases First “Update” on Their Scientific Research to Develop and Assess Potentially ...

LAUSANNE, Switzerland--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Sep. 6, 2016-- Philip Morris International Inc. (NYSE/Euronext Paris: PM) today releases the first Reduced-Risk Product (RRP) Scientific Update, a regular publication on its research efforts to develop and assess …

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Published on July 19, 2016 - 11:18 GMT

Philip Morris International Inc. (PMI) Reports 2016 Second-Quarter Results; Revises 2016 Full-Year Reported Diluted EPS ...

Reflecting Currency-Neutral Growth of Approximately 10% to 12% vs. 2015 Adjusted Diluted EPS of $4.42 NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jul. 19, 2016-- Regulatory News: 2016 Second-Quarter Reported diluted earnings per share of $1.15, down by $0.06 or 5.0% versus …

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Published on July 12, 2016 - 13:55 GMT

Philip Morris International Inc. to Host Webcast of 2016 Second-Quarter Results

NEW YORK – July 12, 2016 – Philip Morris International Inc. (NYSE/Euronext Paris: PM) will host a live audio webcast at www.pmi.com/webcasts on Tuesday, July 19, 2016, at 9:00 a.m. ET to discuss its 2016 second-quarter results, which will be issued …

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Published on July 11, 2016 - 02:16 GMT

Philip Morris International Comments on Tribunal’s Decision in Arbitration Between PMI and Uruguay

LAUSANNE, Switzerland--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jul. 8, 2016-- Philip Morris International Inc. (PMI) (NYSE/Euronext Paris: PM) today comments on the decision of an ICSID tribunal in the arbitration between PMI and Uruguay regarding two regulations that …

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Published on June 8, 2016 - 10:02 GMT

53 billion illegal cigarettes consumed in the European Union last year

New KPMG report for British American Tobacco, Imperial Tobacco, Japan Tobacco International and Philip Morris International finds that governments lose up to EUR 11.3 billion in revenues Non-EU contraband and counterfeit increased to 88% LONDON--(BUSINESS …

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Published on June 3, 2016 - 04:56 GMT

PHILIP MORRIS INTERNATIONAL INC. DECLARES REGULAR QUARTERLY DIVIDEND OF $1.02 PER SHARE

NEW YORK, December 9, 2015 -- The Board of Directors of Philip Morris International Inc. (NYSE / Euronext Paris: PM) today declared a regular quarterly dividend of $1.02 per common share, payable on January 8, 2016, to shareholders of record as of …

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Published on May 27, 2016 - 11:37 GMT

Philip Morris International Launches New Initiative to Fight Smuggling and Related Crimes; Pledges USD 100 Million to ...

LAUSANNE, Switzerland--(BUSINESS WIRE)--May 27, 2016-- Philip Morris International Inc. (PMI) (NYSE /Euronext Paris: PM) announced today a major new initiative — “PMI IMPACT” — to help confront smuggling and related crimes. The centerpiece of PMI …

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