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Philip Morris International Inc (PM) is not a strong buy for a beginner, long-term investor at this moment. While the stock has positive long-term growth potential, the current overbought technical indicators, cautious sentiment from Congress trading data, and challenges in key markets like India suggest a wait-and-see approach may be more prudent.
The stock is currently overbought with an RSI of 84.435, indicating potential for a pullback. The MACD is positive and expanding, and moving averages are bullish (SMA_5 > SMA_20 > SMA_200). Key resistance is at 188.801, with support at 176.703. The pre-market price is slightly down by -0.16%, reflecting minor weakness.
Analysts have raised price targets recently, with multiple Buy ratings and targets ranging from $181.50 to $
Strong demand for smoke-free products is driving organic revenue growth, with a 3.7% YoY increase in Q4 revenue.
India's ban on e-cigarettes and heat-not-burn products limits expansion opportunities in a key market.
Congress trading data shows 4 sale transactions and no purchases, indicating cautious sentiment.
Net income and EPS have significantly dropped YoY in Q4 2025, raising concerns about profitability.
In Q4 2025, revenue increased by 6.76% YoY to $10.36B, and gross margin improved to 65.64%. However, net income dropped sharply by -468.10% YoY to $2.135B, and EPS fell by -470.27% YoY to $1.37, indicating profitability challenges.
Recent analyst ratings are mostly positive, with raised price targets and Buy ratings from Citi, Morgan Stanley, BofA, and Stifel. However, Jefferies downgraded the stock to Hold, citing competitive pressures and limited re-rating potential.
