Zhi Tong Cai Jing·2025-12-12 02:25Core Viewpoint - Smoore International (06969) has seen a decline of over 4%, currently trading at HKD 11.81, with a transaction volume of HKD 64.45 million. This drop is influenced by the performance guidance from its major client, British American Tobacco (BTI.US), which indicates challenges in the U.S. e-cigarette market due to regulatory pressures and intense competition [1] Group 1: Company Performance - British American Tobacco has revised its 2026 performance guidance, projecting revenue growth at the lower end of its mid-term target range of 3%-5% due to regulatory pressures in the U.S. e-cigarette market [1] - The adjusted operating profit growth for British American Tobacco is expected to be between 4%-6% for the same period [1] Group 2: Regulatory Environment - A new tax policy in the UK will come into effect, imposing an additional tax of 22 pence per milliliter on e-liquids starting October 1, 2026, which will be added on top of the existing 20% value-added tax [1] - Tianfeng Securities indicates that the upcoming UK e-cigarette tax may create new opportunities for 2ml cartridge systems and nicotine pouches [1]