Why is PM Up Today?

PM
$194.26
▲ +2.36% (+$4.59)
Last updated: Sep 11, 2026 5:35 PM ET

About Philip Morris International Inc.

Created from the international operations of Altria in 2008, Philip Morris International sells cigarettes and reduced-risk products, including heat sticks, vapes, and oral nicotine offerings, primarily outside of the US. With the 2023 acquisition of Swedish Match, a leading manufacturer of tradition...

Sector: CIGARETTES
Market Cap: $250.39B
Forward P/E: 18.7
52-Week Range: $142.11 - $207.76
Employees: 83,100

Overall Confidence: 50%

50% Confident

Based on news, social sentiment, options activity, and sector analysis

MOMENTUM 50% Confidence
🎯 PM showing strong bullish momentum
PM is up 2.4% today on 0.5x average volume. The move appears to be driven by general market sentiment and momentum traders.

✅ Move Confirmation

LOW VOLUME 0.5x average volume

UNCONFIRMED - Low volume suggests this move may not be sustainable.

📍 Sector Context

CIGARETTES sector: +0.2%

PM is outperforming its sector by 2.1%. This suggests a stock-specific catalyst.

Market Comparison

PM is outperforming the market (+1.4% vs SPY)
S&P 500
SPY
+1.01%
Nasdaq 100
QQQ
+1.03%
PM
This Stock
+2.36%
vs S&P 500: +1.35%
vs Nasdaq: +1.33%

📊 What Happens Next?

Probability Analysis

45% chance this move continues in the next 1-3 days

Expected Range

Based on historical patterns and options pricing, PM is expected to trade between:
$190.37 - $200.08

Key Level to Watch

$203.97 resistance
Watch for continuation above $194.25

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Last updated: Sep 11, 2026 5:35 PM (-289 minutes ago)
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Options Market Insight

Neutral
Options Sentiment
0.8
Put/Call Ratio
50.6%
Implied Volatility
Call Volume: 5,807
Put Volume: 4,653
Total: 10,460

Historical Context

PM has moved more than 3.0% up on 12 occasions in the past year.

58.3%
Continuation Rate
7/12 times continued up
+0.26%
Avg Next Day Change
After similar up moves
Last similar move: Jul 22, 2026 (3.3%) → Next day: -1.6%

Frequently Asked Questions

Why is PM stock up today?

PM is up 2.4% today on 0.5x average volume. The move appears to be driven by general market sentiment and momentum traders.

Is PM stock a buy or sell right now?

Based on current analysis, PM shows 50% confidence in today's move. Volume is low which does not confirm the trend. View full buy/sell analysis →

What is the PM stock price target?

PM is currently trading at $194.26. Based on today's momentum, the expected short-term range is $190.37 - $200.08. See long-term price prediction →

Will PM stock continue rising?

Our analysis shows a 45% probability that PM's move continues in the next 1-3 days. Key level to watch: $203.97 (resistance).

Is PM stock oversold or overbought?

PM's RSI (Relative Strength Index) is currently at 56.8. This shows bullish momentum - the stock has positive momentum but isn't overextended yet.

What is the momentum for PM stock?

PM's 10-day momentum indicator is at 2.19. Strong bullish momentum - the stock is gaining significant upward force. This often precedes continued gains.

Is PM outperforming or underperforming the market?

PM (+2.36%) is currently outperforming the market (+1.4% vs SPY). Today, the S&P 500 (SPY) is up 1.01%, and Nasdaq (QQQ) is up 1.03%.

What does MACD indicate for PM?

PM's MACD (-0.07) is currently above the signal line (-0.1), indicating a bullish trend. This technical signal suggests buying pressure is dominant. The trend strength (ADX: 14.8) is weak.

Is PM in an uptrend or downtrend?

Based on moving average analysis, PM is in a bullish trend. The price ($194.26) is trading above both the 20-day SMA ($188.9) and 50-day SMA ($188.54). This alignment typically indicates sustained upward momentum.

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