BAT commits to £1.3bn share buy-back programme for 2026 despite market challenges

[IOL - South Africa] - 12/02/2026

British American Tobacco reports robust 2025 results with 157% EPS growth, while announcing plans to close its South African manufacturing facility by end-2026 due to illicit cigarette trade. The group remains committed to shareholder value with a £1.3bn share buy-back programme and growing (…)

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