British American Tobacco share price rises early as BAT reiterates 2026 outlook and keeps buyback running
London, Feb 19, 2026, 08:55 — Regular session Shares of British American Tobacco climbed in early London trading Thursday, picking up 45 pence, or roughly 1.0%, to reach 4,389 pence by about 0840 GMT. Investors responded to new guidance language and the latest buyback announcement. The stock moved between 4,359 and 4,403 pence, with prices on a 15-minute delay.