Tobacco as a Budget Balancer?States are increasingly looking at tobacco to close holes. Reynolds, Lorillard to Raise Cigarette PricesCamel, Kool, Winston and Salem brands increase 44 cents per pack, while Newport and other Lorillard prices upped 71 cents per pack. NACS Touts Negotiations in FDA Tobacco Bill Meanwhile, democrats predict swift passage on widespread support. NACS Touts Negotiations in FDA Tobacco Bill Meanwhile, democrats predict swift passage on widespread support. Altria Raises Marlboro Prices in Advance of Federal Tax Hike Retailers brace for increases from other tobacco companies. Cigarette Prices Rise Ahead of FET Altria and Lorrilard increased carton and pack prices, while wholesaler discounts drop at Reynolds American. Cigarette Prices Rise Ahead of FET Altria and Lorrilard increased carton and pack prices, while wholesaler discounts drop at Reynolds American. Marlboro MST Test Gets the Can; Snus Revamped Parent company's fiscal 2008 results benefit from strong operating income in its U.S. businesses. Altria Completes UST Acquisition The $11.7 billion deal for the smokeless tobacco company is consistent with the tobacco giant¿s growth strategy. Philip Morris Raises Prices, Cuts Allowances Parliament, Virginia Slims, Chesterfield and Merit brands will see an increase. Meanwhile, the company also cut promotional allowances on Marlboro and Basic. First Previous 37 38 39 40 41 Next Last