Philip Morris International Stock 6-Day Winning Spree: Stock Climbs 7.4%
Philip Morris International (PM) stock hit day 6 of a continuous streak of days with gains, with cumulative gains over this period amounting to a 7.4% return. The company has gained about $17 Bil in value over the last 6 days, with its current market capitalization at about $241 Bil. The stock remains 32.2% above its value at the end of 2024. This compares with year-to-date returns of 16.2% for the S&P 500.
Philip Morris International rallied on strong third-quarter earnings, showcasing robust growth in its smoke-free portfolio, notably IQOS and ZYN, which drove organic net revenue up 5.9%. This performance, coupled with a strategic corporate overhaul aimed at accelerating its smoke-free future, reinforced investor confidence in the company’s evolving trajectory. For quick background: PM provides cigarettes, nicotine products, smoke-free alternatives, and related electronic devices under various leading tobacco brands.
What is the point? Momentum often precedes conviction. A multi-day win streak can signal growing investor confidence or spark follow-on buying. Tracking such trends can help you ride the strength, or prepare for a well-timed entry if momentum fades. Our take: There are only a couple of things to fear in PM stock given its overall Strong operating performance and financial condition. This is aligned with the stock’s High valuation because of which we think it is Fairly Priced. Deep dive with Buy or Sell PM.
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- PM Has Returned $74 Bil To Shareholders In A Decade
- PM Has Paid Out $74 Bil to Investors in the Past Decade
- PM Stock Up 5.6% after 5-Day Win Streak
- PM Stock Down -13% after 5-Day Loss Streak
Comparing PM Stock Returns With The S&P 500
The following table summarizes the return for PM stock vs. the S&P 500 index over different periods, including the current streak:
| Return Period | PM | S&P 500 |
|---|---|---|
| 1D | 1.1% | 1.5% |
| 6D (Current Streak) | 7.4% | -0.1% |
| 1M (21D) | -3.4% | 4.3% |
| 3M (63D) | -7.2% | 6.0% |
| YTD 2025 | 32.2% | 16.2% |
| 2024 | 34.3% | 23.3% |
| 2023 | -1.9% | 24.2% |
| 2022 | 12.3% | -19.4% |
However, big gains can follow sharp reversals – but how has PM behaved after prior drops? See PM Dip Buyer Analysis to learn more.
Gains and Losses Streaks: S&P 500 Constituents
There are currently 80 S&P constituents with 3 days or more of consecutive gains and 17 constituents with 3 days or more of consecutive losses.
| Consecutive Days | # of Gainers | # of Losers |
|---|---|---|
| 3D | 30 | 9 |
| 4D | 29 | 6 |
| 5D | 14 | 0 |
| 6D | 5 | 2 |
| 7D or more | 2 | 0 |
| Total >=3 D | 80 | 17 |
Key Financials for Philip Morris International (PM)
Last 2 Fiscal Years:
| Metric | FY2023 | FY2024 |
|---|---|---|
| Revenues | $35.2 Bil | $37.9 Bil |
| Operating Income | $12.2 Bil | $13.4 Bil |
| Net Income | $7.8 Bil | $7.1 Bil |
Last 2 Fiscal Quarters:
| Metric | 2025 FQ2 | 2025 FQ3 |
|---|---|---|
| Revenues | $10.1 Bil | $10.8 Bil |
| Operating Income | $3.8 Bil | $4.3 Bil |
| Net Income | $3.0 Bil | $3.5 Bil |
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