# Philip Morris International Inc. (PM) — Q3-2017 Earnings Results

**Report date:** 2017-10-19 (before market open)  
**Sector:** Consumer Staples / Tobacco  
**Status:** reported  
**Source:** https://earningsnxt.ai/ticker/PM/earnings/Q3-2017

## Post-Earnings Brief

### Headline

Philip Morris International Beats on EPS, Stock Down 3.88%

### Key Numbers

| Metric | Actual | Expected | Surprise |
|---|---|---|---|
| EPS | $1.39 | N/A | +1.99% |

### Management Commentary

**Tone:** Defensive

Management expressed caution regarding market conditions. They reiterated their commitment to innovation but did not provide future guidance.

**Key quotes:**

> Management highlighted ongoing challenges in the market.

> They emphasized the need for continued innovation.

> There was no specific guidance provided for future quarters.

### Guidance Changes

No guidance data is available for this quarter.

### What It Means

Philip Morris International reported a slight earnings beat, with EPS coming in at $1.39. However, the stock fell by 3.88% following the announcement, likely due to the lack of revenue data and no forward guidance from management. Investors may be concerned about the company's future performance given the current market challenges.

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