Strong Growth in Smoke-Free Products
IQOS and ZYN accelerated sequentially with IQOS delivering a significant step-up in HTU-adjusted IMS volume, close to 15% ahead versus the prior year. ZYN U.S. volumes increased over 40% year-on-year, and nicotine pouch volumes outside the U.S. grew by close to 70%.
Record Organic Revenue Growth
The company delivered organic revenue growth of 11.6% driven by a shipment volume growth of 2.9%, positive smoke-free category mix, and pricing.
Adjusted Earnings Per Share Growth
Adjusted diluted earnings per share grew by 18% in currency-neutral terms and 14.4% in dollar terms to a record $1.91, despite currency headwinds.
Increased Full-Year Guidance
The company raised its full-year guidance for organic sales growth, organic operating income growth, and currency-neutral adjusted diluted EPS growth to 14% to 15%.
Sustainability Efforts
Continued strong progress towards sustainability targets with smoke-free products now available in 92 markets and operational carbon neutrality certifications for 52% of manufacturing sites.