Imperial Brands (IMB.L) Stock Price

Imperial Brands Price

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32.88GBP
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+0.15 GBP
Today %
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Imperial Brands (IMB.L) — ISIN GB0004544929. The Imperial Brands stock price was 32.88 GBP in 2026. Revenue was 10.38 B GBP. Earnings were 2.93 B GBP. P/E ratio was 9.31. Imperial Brands operates in the Non-cyclical consumption sector.

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Imperial Brands Stock Price History
DateImperial Brands Price
2/26/202632.88 GBP
2/25/202632.73 GBP
2/24/202632.44 GBP
2/23/202633.01 GBP
2/20/202632.31 GBP
2/19/202632.01 GBP
2/18/202632.52 GBP
2/17/202632.36 GBP
2/16/202632.20 GBP
2/13/202632.80 GBP
2/12/202632.85 GBP
2/11/202633.04 GBP
2/10/202632.63 GBP
2/9/202632.96 GBP
2/6/202633.42 GBP
2/5/202632.93 GBP
2/4/202632.61 GBP
2/3/202631.62 GBP
2/2/202630.83 GBP

Imperial Brands Revenue, EBIT, Net Income

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Revenue
EBIT
Net Income
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Date
Revenue
EBIT
Net Income
Jan 1, 2006
11.68 B GBP
1.31 B GBP
851 M GBP
Jan 1, 2007
12.34 B GBP
1.45 B GBP
905 M GBP
Jan 1, 2008
20.53 B GBP
1.49 B GBP
428 M GBP
Jan 1, 2009
26.52 B GBP
2.34 B GBP
663 M GBP
Jan 1, 2010
28.17 B GBP
2.53 B GBP
1.51 B GBP
Jan 1, 2011
29.22 B GBP
2.64 B GBP
1.8 B GBP
Jan 1, 2012
28.57 B GBP
2.71 B GBP
678 M GBP
Jan 1, 2013
28.27 B GBP
2.81 B GBP
905 M GBP
Jan 1, 2014
26.46 B GBP
2.34 B GBP
1.42 B GBP
Jan 1, 2015
25.29 B GBP
2.36 B GBP
1.69 B GBP
Jan 1, 2016
27.63 B GBP
2.54 B GBP
631 M GBP
Jan 1, 2017
30.25 B GBP
2.67 B GBP
1.41 B GBP
Jan 1, 2018
30.07 B GBP
2.6 B GBP
1.37 B GBP
Jan 1, 2019
31.59 B GBP
2.49 B GBP
1.01 B GBP
Jan 1, 2020
32.56 B GBP
3.02 B GBP
1.5 B GBP

Imperial Brands Income Statement, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow Statement

Last updated Mar 4, 2026, 4:26 AM
 
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Income Statement Key Figures

Revenue and Revenue Growth

Revenue is the starting point of every income statement — it measures the total sales Imperial Brands generates from its core business. Revenue growth (expressed as year-over-year percentage change) is one of the most important indicators of business momentum. Sustained growth above 10 % annually is generally considered strong, while declining revenue is a serious warning sign that demands investigation.

Gross Margin

Gross margin = (Revenue − Cost of Goods Sold) ÷ Revenue. It reveals what percentage of each dollar of revenue Imperial Brands retains after direct production costs. High gross margins (above 50 %) are typical of asset-light businesses like software and brands, while capital-intensive industries like manufacturing often operate below 30 %. Compare Imperial Brands's gross margin to industry peers and track it over time to spot improving or deteriorating pricing power.

EBIT and EBIT Margin

EBIT measures operating profit — what remains after subtracting all operating expenses (including R&D, sales, and administrative costs) from gross profit. The EBIT margin shows this as a percentage of revenue. Because it excludes interest and taxes, EBIT allows fair comparisons between companies with different debt levels and tax jurisdictions. A rising EBIT margin indicates improving operational efficiency.

Net Income and Earnings Per Share (EPS)

Net income is the company's final profit after all expenses, interest, and taxes. Dividing net income by the number of shares outstanding gives you EPS — the single most influential metric in stock valuation. Consistent EPS growth is the primary driver of long-term stock price appreciation. Always check whether EPS growth comes from genuine profit improvement or from share buybacks reducing the share count.

Shares Outstanding

The total number of shares Imperial Brands has issued. A declining share count (through buybacks) boosts EPS and signals management confidence. A rising share count (through stock issuance) dilutes existing shareholders. Always monitor this number alongside EPS to get the full picture of per-share value creation.

Analyst Estimates

The projected figures represent consensus estimates from professional analysts. Compare these forecasts against Imperial Brands's historical growth rates to assess whether expectations are realistic. A company that consistently beats consensus estimates tends to see its stock price rewarded over time, while repeated misses erode investor confidence.

 
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Balance Sheet

What Is the Balance Sheet?

The balance sheet is a financial snapshot of Imperial Brands at a specific point in time. It follows the fundamental equation: Assets = Liabilities + Shareholders' Equity. Unlike the income statement (which covers a period), the balance sheet tells you what the company owns, what it owes, and what belongs to shareholders at a given date.

Assets

Current assets (cash, receivables, inventory) can be converted to cash within 12 months and indicate short-term liquidity. Non-current assets (property, equipment, intangible assets, goodwill) represent long-term investments. A high proportion of cash and short-term investments gives Imperial Brands financial flexibility to weather downturns, fund acquisitions, or return capital to shareholders.

Liabilities

Current liabilities (accounts payable, short-term debt) are obligations due within one year. Non-current liabilities (long-term debt, pension obligations) are due further out. Key ratio to watch: the debt-to-equity ratio (Total Debt ÷ Shareholders' Equity). A ratio below 1.0 is generally healthy, meaning the company is funded more by equity than debt. Highly leveraged companies amplify both gains and losses.

Shareholders' Equity

Equity is the residual value belonging to shareholders after all debts are paid. It includes retained earnings (accumulated profits not paid out as dividends) and paid-in capital. Rising equity year over year is a positive sign — it means Imperial Brands is building book value. Declining equity, especially when driven by losses or heavy share buybacks funded by debt, warrants closer scrutiny.

Key Ratios to Derive

From the balance sheet, you can calculate the current ratio (current assets ÷ current liabilities; above 1.5 is comfortable), book value per share (equity ÷ shares outstanding), and return on equity (net income ÷ equity; above 15 % is strong). Tracking these ratios over time reveals whether Imperial Brands is strengthening or weakening its financial position.

 
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Imperial Brands Stock Quarterly Figures

 
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Income Statement Key Figures

Revenue and Revenue Growth

Revenue is the starting point of every income statement — it measures the total sales Imperial Brands generates from its core business. Revenue growth (expressed as year-over-year percentage change) is one of the most important indicators of business momentum. Sustained growth above 10 % annually is generally considered strong, while declining revenue is a serious warning sign that demands investigation.

Gross Margin

Gross margin = (Revenue − Cost of Goods Sold) ÷ Revenue. It reveals what percentage of each dollar of revenue Imperial Brands retains after direct production costs. High gross margins (above 50 %) are typical of asset-light businesses like software and brands, while capital-intensive industries like manufacturing often operate below 30 %. Compare Imperial Brands's gross margin to industry peers and track it over time to spot improving or deteriorating pricing power.

EBIT and EBIT Margin

EBIT measures operating profit — what remains after subtracting all operating expenses (including R&D, sales, and administrative costs) from gross profit. The EBIT margin shows this as a percentage of revenue. Because it excludes interest and taxes, EBIT allows fair comparisons between companies with different debt levels and tax jurisdictions. A rising EBIT margin indicates improving operational efficiency.

Net Income and Earnings Per Share (EPS)

Net income is the company's final profit after all expenses, interest, and taxes. Dividing net income by the number of shares outstanding gives you EPS — the single most influential metric in stock valuation. Consistent EPS growth is the primary driver of long-term stock price appreciation. Always check whether EPS growth comes from genuine profit improvement or from share buybacks reducing the share count.

Shares Outstanding

The total number of shares Imperial Brands has issued. A declining share count (through buybacks) boosts EPS and signals management confidence. A rising share count (through stock issuance) dilutes existing shareholders. Always monitor this number alongside EPS to get the full picture of per-share value creation.

Analyst Estimates

The projected figures represent consensus estimates from professional analysts. Compare these forecasts against Imperial Brands's historical growth rates to assess whether expectations are realistic. A company that consistently beats consensus estimates tends to see its stock price rewarded over time, while repeated misses erode investor confidence.

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Imperial Brands stock margins

The Imperial Brands margin analysis displays the gross margin, EBIT margin, as well as the profit margin of Imperial Brands. The EBIT margin (EBIT/sales) indicates the percentage of sales that remains as operating profit. The profit margin shows the percentage of sales that remains for Imperial Brands.
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Gross margin
EBIT margin
Profit margin
Details
Date
Gross margin
EBIT margin
Profit margin
Jan 1, 2006
21.51 %
11.23 %
7.29 %
Jan 1, 2007
18.55 %
11.76 %
7.33 %
Jan 1, 2008
18.82 %
7.27 %
2.08 %
Jan 1, 2009
20.05 %
8.81 %
2.5 %
Jan 1, 2010
19.36 %
8.97 %
5.34 %
Jan 1, 2011
18.65 %
9.03 %
6.15 %
Jan 1, 2012
19.23 %
9.47 %
2.37 %
Jan 1, 2013
19.56 %
9.93 %
3.2 %
Jan 1, 2014
19.58 %
8.83 %
5.37 %
Jan 1, 2015
20.45 %
9.32 %
6.69 %
Jan 1, 2016
21.55 %
9.18 %
2.28 %
Jan 1, 2017
21.25 %
8.82 %
4.66 %
Jan 1, 2018
19.99 %
8.66 %
4.55 %
Jan 1, 2019
19.75 %
7.89 %
3.2 %
Jan 1, 2020
18.98 %
9.29 %
4.59 %

Imperial Brands Stock Sales Revenue, EBIT, Earnings per Share

The Imperial Brands earnings per share therefore indicates how much revenue Imperial Brands has generated per share in a given period. The earnings before interest and taxes per share shows how much of the operating profit corresponds to each share. The earnings per share indicates how much of the profit belongs to each share.
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Sales per Share
EBIT per share
Earnings per Share
Details
Date
Sales per Share
EBIT per share
Earnings per Share
Jan 1, 2006
14.47 GBP
1.62 GBP
1.05 GBP
Jan 1, 2007
15.85 GBP
1.86 GBP
1.16 GBP
Jan 1, 2008
24.15 GBP
1.76 GBP
0.5 GBP
Jan 1, 2009
26.13 GBP
2.3 GBP
0.65 GBP
Jan 1, 2010
27.7 GBP
2.49 GBP
1.48 GBP
Jan 1, 2011
28.76 GBP
2.6 GBP
1.77 GBP
Jan 1, 2012
28.63 GBP
2.71 GBP
0.68 GBP
Jan 1, 2013
28.93 GBP
2.87 GBP
0.93 GBP
Jan 1, 2014
27.56 GBP
2.43 GBP
1.48 GBP
Jan 1, 2015
26.46 GBP
2.46 GBP
1.77 GBP
Jan 1, 2016
28.88 GBP
2.65 GBP
0.66 GBP
Jan 1, 2017
31.61 GBP
2.79 GBP
1.47 GBP
Jan 1, 2018
31.47 GBP
2.72 GBP
1.43 GBP
Jan 1, 2019
33.09 GBP
2.61 GBP
1.06 GBP
Jan 1, 2020
34.43 GBP
3.2 GBP
1.58 GBP

Imperial Brands business model

Imperial Brands PLC is a British company specializing in the manufacture and marketing of tobacco and tobacco substitute products. The company was founded in 1901 as the Imperial Tobacco Company of Great Britain and Ireland. Over the years, Imperial Brands has acquired and expanded a variety of brands and business sectors through acquisitions and strategic business decisions. The business model of Imperial Brands involves offering a wide range of tobacco products at different price ranges to cover various market segments. This includes both conventional tobacco products such as cigarettes and rolling tobacco, as well as products in the e-cigarette and tobacco heating categories. Additionally, Imperial Brands is also expanding into other areas such as CBD product manufacturing. An important part of Imperial Brands' business model is its commitment to research and development of new products to address new consumer needs and unlock growth potential. In recent years, Imperial Brands has introduced several technologies and innovations, such as the blu brand, with the aim of becoming the global leader in the e-cigarette market. Imperial Brands operates in multiple business sectors, including the UK, Continental Europe, the Americas, and Africa/Asia. The company operates in over 160 countries worldwide and employs over 33,000 employees. The Imperial Tobacco brand is well-known in many countries and enjoys a market-leading position. The company offers a variety of products ranging from traditional cigarettes and rolling tobacco to loose tobacco products. Imperial Brands' portfolio includes well-known brands such as Davidoff, Gauloises, JPS, WEST, and Winston. In recent years, Imperial Brands has also started to build a portfolio of lifestyle brands to expand the company into new product categories. These brands include consumer products such as accessories and stationery, as well as luxury goods such as jewelry and watches. Overall, Imperial Brands has pursued a strong growth strategy in recent years, acquiring a variety of business sectors and brands to broaden its foundation and strengthen its competitiveness. Although Imperial Brands is traditionally active in the tobacco market, it has begun to focus on other business sectors in recent years to adjust to the changing market environment. With a strong strategic focus and a variety of innovations, Imperial Brands is well-positioned to continue growing in the coming years.

Imperial Brands SWOT Analysis

Strengths

Imperial Brands PLC has a strong portfolio of cigarette brands, including Winston, Kool, and Gauloises, which enjoy widespread recognition and consumer loyalty.

The company has a diversified revenue base, with a presence in multiple geographical regions, providing it with stability and opportunities for growth.

Imperial Brands has a strong distribution network, enabling efficient delivery of its products to retailers and customers worldwide.

The company invests heavily in research and development, allowing it to innovate and introduce new products to meet changing consumer preferences and regulatory requirements.

Weaknesses

Imperial Brands is highly dependent on cigarette sales, which are facing increasing regulation, taxation, and social stigma in many markets. This reduces the company's growth potential and exposes it to regulatory risks.

The company has a relatively high debt burden, which could limit its ability to pursue strategic initiatives or respond to market challenges.

Imperial Brands has faced criticism and legal challenges related to its marketing practices, which could harm its reputation and brand image.

Opportunities

The growing popularity of reduced-risk products, such as e-cigarettes and heated tobacco products, presents an opportunity for Imperial Brands to diversify its product offerings and appeal to health-conscious consumers.

Expansion into emerging markets, where smoking rates are still high and regulations may be less stringent, could provide Imperial Brands with new growth opportunities.

Increased focus on sustainability and environmental responsibility can help the company enhance its reputation and attract socially conscious consumers.

Threats

The ongoing decline in cigarette consumption, influenced by factors such as health concerns, anti-smoking campaigns, and increased taxation, poses a significant threat to Imperial Brands' core business.

Stringent regulations and potential bans on smoking in public places in various jurisdictions could further impact the company's sales and profitability.

Competition from both traditional tobacco companies and emerging players in the reduced-risk product market is intensifying, potentially eroding Imperial Brands' market share.

Imperial Brands Eulerpool Fair Value

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Fair Value Estimate

What Is Fair Value?

Fair value is an estimate of what a stock is truly "worth" based on its financial fundamentals, independent of the current market price. If the calculated fair value is above the current share price, the stock may be undervalued — and vice versa. This chart shows three different fair value approaches so you can cross-check them against each other.

Earnings-Based Fair Value

Calculated by multiplying the current earnings per share (EPS) by the average historical P/E ratio over a selected multi-year period. The smoothing over several years filters out temporary spikes or dips. If this fair value exceeds the market price, it suggests the stock is cheap relative to its earning power.

Example: Fair Value (Earnings) 2022 = EPS 2022 × Average P/E 2019–2021

Revenue-Based Fair Value

Derived by multiplying revenue per share by the average historical price-to-sales ratio. This method is particularly useful for companies with volatile or temporarily depressed earnings, as revenue tends to be more stable than profits. It answers: "At what price has the market historically valued each dollar of this company's sales?"

Example: Fair Value (Revenue) 2022 = Revenue per Share 2022 × Average P/S 2019–2021

Dividend-Based Fair Value

Calculated by dividing the dividend per share by the average historical dividend yield. This approach is most relevant for mature, consistently dividend-paying companies. If the resulting fair value is higher than the current price, it implies the stock offers a better yield than its historical average.

Example: Fair Value (Dividend) 2022 = Dividend per Share 2022 ÷ Average Yield 2019–2021

How to Use This Chart

When all three fair value lines converge above the current price, it strengthens the case that the stock is undervalued. When they diverge, investigate why — it may indicate a structural shift in margins, payout policy, or growth rate. The forward estimates on the right extend the analysis using projected fundamentals, helping you assess whether the current price already reflects future growth expectations.

Imperial Brands historical P/E ratio, EBIT multiple, and P/S ratio

Imperial Brands shares outstanding

The number of shares was Imperial Brands in 2025 — This indicates how many shares 830.6 M is divided into. Since shareholders are the owners of a company, each share represents a small portion of the company's ownership.
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Number of stocks
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Date
Number of stocks
Jan 1, 2006
807 M base_Shares
Jan 1, 2007
779 M base_Shares
Jan 1, 2008
850 M base_Shares
Jan 1, 2009
1.02 B base_Shares
Jan 1, 2010
1.02 B base_Shares
Jan 1, 2011
1.02 B base_Shares
Jan 1, 2012
998 M base_Shares
Jan 1, 2013
977 M base_Shares
Jan 1, 2014
960 M base_Shares
Jan 1, 2015
955.9 M base_Shares
Jan 1, 2016
956.7 M base_Shares
Jan 1, 2017
956.9 M base_Shares
Jan 1, 2018
955.4 M base_Shares
Jan 1, 2019
954.9 M base_Shares
Jan 1, 2020
945.8 M base_Shares

Imperial Brands stock splits

In Imperial Brands's history, there have been no stock splits.

Imperial Brands Dividend History

30 years of dividend payments · 3 consecutive increases

YearAnnual DividendYoY ChangePayments
20260.4GBPYTD
Feb 19, 20260.4GBP 0.0%1/1
20251.75GBP 15.6%
Feb 20, 20250.54GBP 0.0%1/4
May 22, 20250.4GBP 26.1%2/4
Aug 21, 20250.4GBP 0.0%3/4
Nov 27, 20250.4GBP 0.0%4/4
20241.51GBP 4.6%

Imperial Brands dividend history and estimates

In 2025, Imperial Brands paid a dividend amounting to 1.75 GBP. Dividend means that Imperial Brands distributes a portion of its profits to its owners.
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Dividend
Dividend (Estimate)
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Date
Dividend
Dividend (Estimate)
Jan 1, 2006
0.64 GBP
0 GBP
Invalid Date
0.72 GBP
-0.31 GBP
Jan 1, 2008
0.81 GBP
0 GBP
Jan 1, 2009
0.7 GBP
0 GBP
Jan 1, 2010
0.85 GBP
0 GBP
Invalid Date
0.98 GBP
-0.35 GBP
Jan 1, 2012
1.1 GBP
0 GBP
Jan 1, 2013
1.21 GBP
0 GBP
Jan 1, 2014
1.33 GBP
0 GBP
Invalid Date
2.01 GBP
-0.06 GBP
Jan 1, 2016
1.56 GBP
0 GBP
Jan 1, 2017
1.65 GBP
0 GBP
Jan 1, 2018
1.82 GBP
0 GBP
Jan 1, 2019
2 GBP
0 GBP
Jan 1, 2020
1.62 GBP
0 GBP

Imperial Brands dividend payout ratio

In 2025, Imperial Brands had a payout ratio of 81.85%. The payout ratio indicates the percentage of the company's profits that Imperial Brands distributes as dividends.
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Payout ratio
Details
Date
Payout ratio
Jan 1, 2006
53.41 %
Jan 1, 2007
53.76 %
Jan 1, 2008
147.12 %
Jan 1, 2009
108.03 %
Jan 1, 2010
57.28 %
Jan 1, 2011
55.3 %
Jan 1, 2012
161.27 %
Jan 1, 2013
130.35 %
Jan 1, 2014
90.09 %
Jan 1, 2015
113.81 %
Jan 1, 2016
235.98 %
Jan 1, 2017
112.26 %
Jan 1, 2018
126.99 %
Jan 1, 2019
189.11 %
Jan 1, 2020
102.3 %

Current Imperial Brands forecasts and price targets in March 2026

Δ MOM Price Target
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Buy86.96 % (20)
Hold13.04 % (3)
Sellnull % (0)
12M Price Target
36.72
Last Price
0.36
Currency
GBP
12M Return Potential
10,029.66 %
LTM Return
0 %

Imperial Brands Earnings Estimates

Imperial Brands Earnings Estimates

DateEPS estimateRevenue EstimateQuarterly report
5/14/20241.27GBP4.55 BGBP2024 Q2
5/15/20231.29GBP4.51 BGBP2023 Q2
11/15/20221.53GBP4.9 BGBP2022 Q4
5/17/20221.11GBP4.08 BGBP2022 Q2
11/16/20211.43GBP4.6 BGBP2021 Q4
5/18/20211.11GBP4.08 BGBP2021 Q2
11/17/20201.58GBP4.93 BGBP2020 Q4
5/19/20201.06GBP5.43 BGBP2020 Q2
11/5/20191.7GBP4.86 BGBP2019 Q4
5/8/20191.21GBP4.25 BGBP2019 Q2

EESG©

Eulerpool ESG Scorecard© for the Imperial Brands stock

94/100
99
Environment
95
Social
87
Governance
E

Environment

20
Scope 1 - Direct Emissions73,437
Scope 2 - Indirect emissions from purchased energy108,470
Scope 3 - Indirect emissions within the value chain981,703
Total CO₂ emissions181,907
CO₂ reduction strategy
Coal energy
Nuclear power
Animal experiments
Fur & Leather
Pesticides
Palm Oil
Tobacco
Genetically modified organisms
Climate concept
Sustainable forestry
Recycling regulations
Environmentally friendly packaging
Hazardous substances
Fuel consumption and efficiency
Water consumption and efficiency
S

Social

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Percentage of female employees41
Percentage of women in management
Percentage of Asian employees
Share of Asian management
Percentage of Hispanic/Latino employees
Hispano/Latino Management share
Percentage of Black employees
Black Management Share
Percentage of white employees
White Management Share
Adult content
Alcohol
Weapons
Firearms
Gambling
Military contracts
Human rights concept
Privacy concept
Occupational health and safety
Catholic
G

Governance (Corporate Governance)

4
Environmental reporting
Stakeholder Engagement
Call Back Policies
Antitrust law

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Imperial Brands shareholders

% Name
12.25177%
Capital Research Global Investors
Capital Research Global Investors
5.81039%
Spring Mountain Investments, Ltd.
Spring Mountain Investments, Ltd.
5.65856%
Fidelity International
Fidelity International
4.27094%
Dodge & Cox
Dodge & Cox
3.23839%
The Vanguard Group, Inc.
The Vanguard Group, Inc.
3.14512%
BlackRock Institutional Trust Company, N.A.
BlackRock Institutional Trust Company, N.A.
1.83255%
Fidelity Institutional Asset Management
Fidelity Institutional Asset Management
1.77128%
Columbia Threadneedle Investments (UK)
Columbia Threadneedle Investments (UK)
1.71574%
Fidelity Management & Research Company LLC
Fidelity Management & Research Company LLC
1.57579%
BlackRock Advisors (UK) Limited
BlackRock Advisors (UK) Limited
...

Imperial Brands Executives and Management Board

LP

Mr. Lukas Paravicini

(60)

Chief Executive Officer, Executive Director · since 2021

Compensation4.28 M GBP
TE

Ms. Therese Esperdy

(64)

Independent Non-Executive Chairman of the Board

Compensation725,000 GBP
SC

Ms. Sue Clark

(61)

Senior Non-Executive Independent Director

Compensation152,000 GBP
AG

Mr. Andrew Gilchrist

(46)

Non-Executive Independent Director

Compensation125,000 GBP
JS

Mr. Jonathan Stanton

(57)

Non-Executive Independent Director

Compensation122,000 GBP

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Most common questions regarding Imperial Brands

Imperial Brands PLC operates under a business model focused on the production, marketing, and sale of tobacco, tobacco-related products, and next-generation products. As a leading international tobacco company, Imperial Brands PLC incorporates a diverse portfolio of tobacco brands, including Davidoff, West, Gauloises Blondes, and JPS. They aim to meet the evolving preferences of adult smokers by providing a range of traditional and alternative tobacco products, such as e-cigarettes and oral nicotine. With their commitment to innovation, consumer satisfaction, and responsible practices, Imperial Brands PLC constantly strives to enhance their competitive position in the global tobacco industry.

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