Goldman Lifts Numbers on Philip Morris Intl (PM), Calls "A Must Own Tobacco Stock"

November 17, 2011 9:10 AM EST
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Goldman Sachs raised estimates and its price target on Buy-rated Philip Morris Intl. (NYSE: PM) from $77 to $81, calling it a "must own tobacco stock."

The firm raised estimates by $0.04 to $4.87 for 2011 and by 3%-5% to $5.26 for 2012 and $5.91 for 2013.

"We now have increased confidence that PM should see EPS at a double-digit rate ex-currency in 2012 despite a tough Japan comparison," the firm said.

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Shares of Philip Morris closed at $71.62 yesterday.


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