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Imperial Brands lifts dividend after profit rise and buyback underway

Imperial Brands reported higher full-year profits and raised its dividend by 4.5%. Net revenue grew 1.9% to £8.3bn, with adjusted operating profit up 4.6% to £3.99bn. A £1.45bn buyback for 2026 has begun, with guidance pointing to further growth.

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