Philip Morris profits down 8 percent in second quarter 2013

Oh, happy day. Philip Morris (Altria), the No. 1 private cigarette manufacturer in the world, saw its profits drop a dramatic 8 percent in the second quarter of 2013, mostly due to lagging sales. Philip Morris shares dropped 2.5 percent as a result. Here’s what is interesting. We all know the sales of cigarettes is … Continue reading Philip Morris profits down 8 percent in second quarter 2013