Sales volume for the global tobacco market is expected to shrink by about 2% to 3% this year, hurt by economic weakness and a growing health consciousness that is leading many people to quit smoking or switch to e-cigarettes.
BAT reports lower profits due to strong British pound
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British American Tobacco reported lower revenue and profit for the six months ended June 30, hurt by the strong British pound and a slight decline in volume.
