The Harm Reduction Race Smokefree products are picking up speed in the tobacco business. JT Group Completes Deal for Vector GroupJT Group acquired all outstanding shares of Vector Group common stock for $15 per share in cash. JT Group to Acquire Vector Group in Deal Valued at $2.4B The deal will significantly expand the company's presence in the U.S. combustibles market. Reduced Risk Products Become a Larger Part of the Backbar Conversation The tobacco industry sees promise in the ongoing conversion to less harmful nicotine alternatives. Altria Enters New Heat-Not-Burn Joint Venture Philip Morris USA reaches agreement with JT Group subsidiary on reduced-risk products. FDA to Introduce New Action Plan on E-Cigarettes by Mid-November Commissioner says agency is committed to “firmly address” youth use. The Next C-store Tobacco Competitor: Manufacturers? In Japan, standalone stores market their new heat-not-burn products. Opportunities Exist in Changing Tobacco World TPE 2017 event examines the state of the industry. Reynolds Sells International Rights to Natural American Spirit Japan Tobacco Group enters into the $5-billion pact. Japan Tobacco Accelerating Its Investments Company will pilot next gen products in 2016. 1 2 3 4 Next Last
