British American Tobacco is the second largest tobacco manufacturer in the world (after Phillip Morris) and one of the globe's leading consumer goods companies, with its brands sold in over 180 countries. The group trades on a historical P/E ratio of 10.95 times whilst having a historical dividend yield of nearly 6.46%. Traders looking for an entry into a leading global consumer business with rand hedging attributes might consider British American Tobacco as a viable option.