BATZ’s US$16,35m blocked funds slashed to just US$475
TOBACCO firm, British American Tobacco Zimbabwe (BATZ) has seen its long-standing blocked funds of US$16,35 million virtually wiped out after successive currency conversions
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Oct. 2, 2025
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According to the financial report under review, BAT achieved total revenue of ZWL$288 billion during the period under review, an increase of 147% above the prior year.
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The firm also noted that value added tax increased to 15% from 14,5%.
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May. 19, 2023
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The company also noted that its pricing in real terms was markedly higher than competitor trade prices within the period.
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Apr. 26, 2023
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Apr. 17, 2023
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BAT’s operating profit nosedived by 90% compared to the same period prior year.
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Sep. 9, 2022

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