JPMorgan Downgrades ITC Stock Amidst Cigarette Tax Hike Concerns
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JPMorgan Downgrades ITC Stock Amidst Cigarette Tax Hike Concerns

JPMorgan has downgraded ITC stock to 'neutral' with a reduced target price, citing a significant tax increase on cigarettes. The downgrade anticipates a substantial price hike needed to maintain net realization, potentially leading to consumer downtrading and increased illicit cigarette sales. While ITC is expected to pass on the tax impact, this could affect volume growth and stock multiples, limiting upside over the next 6-9 months.

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