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British American Tobacco was founded in 1902 as a joint venture between the UKs Imperial Tobacco Company and the American Tobacco Company. It is second only to Philip Morris in the World cigarette market, with more than 300 brands sold in around 180 markets.
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British American Tobacco p.l.c. (LSE: BATS) Latest News

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Am I too late to act on the soaring BATS share price?

| Christopher Ruane

The BATS share price has surged more than 20% in under two months. Our writer considers whether he should add…

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2 passive income ideas I’d use with £500

| Christopher Ruane

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If I’d invested £1,000 in British American Tobacco shares 5 years ago, here’s how much I’d have today

| Dan Appleby, CFA

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| Cliff D'Arcy

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| Christopher Ruane

£5 a day could form the basis of regular income. Our writer explains he would use it to invest in…

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My 3 best stocks to buy for income in 2022

| Cliff D'Arcy

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5 shares to buy now with £20,000

| Christopher Ruane

Our writer sets out his possible list of five blue chip shares to buy now for his portfolio if he…

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Why has the BATS share price jumped?

| Christopher Ruane

After a jump in the BAT share price last week, Christopher Ruane explains what's going on -- and what it…

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Here are 3 of my best stocks to buy for 2022!

| Cliff D'Arcy

After solid stock-market gains in 2021, it's time to pick my winners for next year. In my view, these are…

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8% dividend yields! 3 dirt-cheap FTSE 100 stocks I’d buy now

| Roland Head

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A FTSE 100 dividend stock yielding 8% I’d buy

| Rupert Hargreaves

This Fool explains why he believes this FTSE 100 dividend stock is one of the best income investments for his…

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